BMW F 650 GS Repair Manual page 237

Removing and installing front brake
master cylinder
– Place the motorcycle on its main (centre) stand.
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Caution:
Refer to notes on the hazards involved in handling
brake fluid.
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Drain the brake system.
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Remove brake microswitch.
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Disconnect brake hose (1) from the brake master
cylinder.
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Remove screws securing brake master
cylinder (2).
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Installation is the reverse of the removal proce-
dure: pay particular attention to the following.
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Note:
Replace the sealing rings for the brake hose.
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Caution:
Top up brake fluid and bleed brake system.
Operate brake several times until brake pads are
correctly seated.
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Tightening torque:
Brake hose to brake master cylinder ............ 18 Nm
Brake master cylinder to handlebar ................ 9 Nm
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handbrake lever
See Group 32
Replacing primary sealing boot,
rear brake master cylinder
See Group 00
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rear brake master cylinder
– Place the motorcycle on its main (centre) stand.
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Refer to notes on the hazards involved in handling
brake fluid.
Do not operate the brake when dismantled.
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Drain the brake system.
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Disengage piston thrust rod (3).
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Disconnect brake line (5).
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Disconnect hose from reservoir (4).
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Remove fasteners (6) securing brake master cyl-
inder.
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Installation is the reverse of the removal proce-
dure: pay particular attention to the following.
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Secure brake line to brake master cylinder.
Removing and installing
Removing and installing
Caution:
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