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11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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Adjusting the basic position of the clutch lever
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Checking/correcting the fluid level of hydraulic clutch
Warning
Skin irritation Brake fluid is a harmful substance.
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Keep brake fluid out of the reach of children.
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Wear suitable protective clothing and safety glasses.
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Do not allow brake fluid to come into contact with the skin, the eyes or clothing.
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Consult a doctor immediately if brake fluid has been swallowed.
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Rinse the affected area with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin.
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Rinse eyes thoroughly with water immediately and consult a doctor if brake fluid comes into contact
with the eyes.
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If brake fluid spills on to your clothing, change the clothing.
Info
The fluid level rises with increasing wear of the clutch facing discs.
Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid corrodes paint.
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Adjust the basic position of the clutch lever to your hand size
by turning adjusting screw
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Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to decrease
the distance between the clutch lever and the handle-
bar.
Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to increase the
distance between the clutch lever and the handlebar.
The range of adjustment is limited.
Turn the adjusting screw by hand only, and do not
apply any force.
Do not make any adjustments while riding.
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Move the hydraulic clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the han-
dlebar into a horizontal position.
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1
Remove screws
.
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2
Take off cover
with membrane
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Check the fluid level.
Fluid level below container
rim
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If the fluid level does not meet specifications:
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Correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch.
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
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Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the
screws.
Info
Use water to immediately clean up any brake fluid that
has overflowed or spilled.
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3
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4 mm (0.16 in)
p. 140)
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