Brake System - X-TREME XG-550 Owner's Manual

WARNING!
When the engine is idling, under no circumstance should your
XG-550 be moving.
If the XG-550 continues to move after idle speed adjustment, contact
X-Treme or your local X-Treme service center.
Cleaning the Air Filter
It is a good idea to occasionally clean the air filter to insure optimum
performance.
BRAKING SYSTEM
The XG-550 uses both a front wheel disc/caliper braking system activated by a
hand brake lever on each side of the handlebar. Squeezing the hand brake
lever with your left hand activates the front brake. Squeezing the hand brake
lever with your right hand activates the rear brake. Make sure to release the
HAND THROTTLE GRIP when engaging the brakes.
Practice braking on a smooth, dry surface to get used to the feel of the braking
system. Braking distance is affected by wet conditions and loose and uneven
riding surfaces.
Adjusting the Brakes.
The Brakes on the XG-550 should come fully adjusted from the factory.
To clean the air filter:
1. Using a Philips head screwdriver, remove
the carburetor cover by turning the cover
screw counted clockwise. (Fig.10).
2. Remove and clean the air filter (the
spongy material on top of the air intake),
with a damp rag. (Fig.11).
3. Put the air filter back into its original
position and replace the cover.
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