Abs - MOTO GUZZI NORGE 1200 Manual

CAUTION
Make sure the fluid in the reservoir is
level with the reservoir rim (horizontal)
to avoid spilling fluid when topping up.
Do not add any additives or other
products to the fluid.
If you use a funnel or other tools, make
sure that they are perfectly clean.
Remove the gasket (3).
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Top up reservoir (1) with recommended
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brake fluid, see page 99 (LUBRICANT
CHART), until reaching correct level that
is in-between the marks ≈MIN∆ and
≈MAX∆.
CAUTION
T o p u p t o " M AX " l e v e l o n l y af t e r
changing the brake pads. If topped up
to "MAX" level with worn pads, brake
fluid will spill out when you change the
pads at a later time.
Check the brake for proper operation.
If brake lever travel is too long or in the
event of loss of braking, contact a Moto
Guzzi Authorised Dealer, as the system
may need bleeding.
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ABS

ABS is a device preventing wheel locking
in case of emergency braking, thus
increasing vehicle stability under braking if
compared to a standard braking system.
When brake is operated, the tyre might
lock and lose grip and this makes the
vehicle difficult to handle.
A position sensor ≈picks up∆ from the
phonic wheel (fixed to the vehicle wheel)
the wheel status thus detecting its possible
lockup.
The signal is managed by a control unit
that adjusts the pressure inside the braking
system depending on that signal.
NOTE
When the ABS triggers, the rider
can feel a vibration in the brake lever.
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WARNING
The ABS system does not prevent
skidding in a curve. Emergency braking
with the vehicle tilted, handlebar turned,
bumpy road surface, or in poor grip
conditions creates a condition of
instability quite hard to handle. It is
therefore recommended to drive carefully
and wisely and brake gradually. Do not be
careless and rely on the system only.
Braking in a curve is governed by special
physical rules that the ABS can not
eliminate.
When engine is started, light (1) stays on
until vehicle reaches a speed above 5 km/h.
I f t h e l i g h t s s t a y s o n p e r m a n e n t , a
malfunction was detected and ABS is
disabled.
In this case it is advisable to contact a Moto
Guzzi Authorised Dealer.
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