Yamaha MT-09 Owner's Manual page 76

Rear brake
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1. Minimum level mark
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4
WARNING
Improper maintenance can result in
loss of braking ability. Observe
these precautions:
Insufficient brake fluid may allow
air to enter the brake system,
reducing braking performance.
Clean the filler cap before
removing. Use only DOT 4 brake
fluid from a sealed container.
Use only the specified brake
fluid; otherwise, the rubber seals
Periodic Maintenance And Adjustment
may deteriorate,
leakage.
Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Adding a brake fluid other
than DOT 4 may result in a
harmful chemical reaction.
Be careful that water or dust
does not enter the brake fluid
reservoir when refilling. Water
will significantly lower
boiling point of the fluid and may
result in vapor lock, and dirt may
clog the ABS hydraulic unit
valves.
NOTICE
Brake fluid may damage painted
surfaces or plastic parts. Always
clean up spilled fluid immediately.
As the brake pads wear, it is normal for
the brake fluid level to gradually go
down. A low brake fluid level may
indicate worn brake pads and/or brake
system leakage; therefore, be sure to
check the brake pads for wear and the
brake system for leakage. If the brake
fluid level goes down suddenly, have a
Yamaha dealer check the cause before
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causing further riding.
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