Brakes; Spring Preload - BMW C 650 GT Rider's Manual

Repeat this sequence until the
backrest is installed. Tighten
the screws only until hand-
tight.
Backrest to seat
2 Nm
Close seat 3.

Brakes

Adjusting the front brake
lever
WARNING
Relocated brake fluid tank
Air in the brake system
Do not turn the handlebars or
the handlebar fitting on the
handlebar.
WARNING
Adjusting the handbrake
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lever while riding.
Risk of accident
Do not attempt to adjust the
handbrake lever unless the
Scooter is at a standstill.
Turn adjusting screw 1 of the
left handbrake lever or adjust-
ing screw 2 of the right hand-
brake lever to the desired posi-
tion.
NOTICE
The adjusting screw is easier to
turn if you push the brake lever
forward.
Adjustment options:
from position 1: widest span
between handlebar grip and
clutch lever
to position 5: narrowest span
between handlebar grip and
handlebar lever

Spring preload

Adjustment
It is essential to set spring
preload of the rear suspension
to suit the load carried by the
Maxi­Scooter. Increase spring
preload when the vehicle is
heavily loaded and reduce spring
preload accordingly when the
vehicle is lightly loaded.
Adjusting spring preload
for rear wheel
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the Maxi-
Scooter on its stand.
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