Adjusting The Front Brake Lever And The Clutch Lever; Adjusting Rear Brake Lever Clearance - APRILIA RSV 1000 R FACTORY Manual

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ADJUSTING THE FRONT BRAKE
LEVER AND THE CLUTCH LEVER
The grab distance of the lever (1) (distance
from the grip (2)) can be adjusted by
rotating the adjuster (3).
The MAX and MIN click settings give a
g r a b d i s t a n c e o f 1 2 6 a n d 8 3 m m ,
respectively.
Push the lever (1) forward and rotate
the adjuster (3) until setting the lever (1)
at the desired distance.
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ADJUSTING REAR BRAKE LEVER
CLEARANCE
Brake lever position is determined based
on ergonomic principles at the factory.
If necessary, it is possible to adjust brake
lever clearance:
Slacken the lock nut (4).
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Unscrew the master cylinder actuating
u
rod (5) to ensure a minimum clearance
of 0.5 - 1 mm between the rod and the
piston.
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CAUTION
Make sure that the lever (6) has a
certain amount of free play, or the brake
will remain applied leading to early wear
of braking elements.
Free play of lever (6): 4 mm (measured
at the lever end).
Lock the master cylinder actuating rod
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(5) by means of the lock nut (4).
CAUTION
After the adjustment, make sure that the
wheel rotates freely with the brake
released.
Check braking efficiency.
If necessary, contact your
Official dealer.
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