Check - APRILIA Atlantic 125, 250, 500 Sprint Use & Maintenance Book

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NOTE
This vehicle is equipped with
front and rear disc brakes operated by
independent hydraulic circuits.
The following information applies to both
braking systems.
Brake fluid level decreases gradually as the
brake pads wear down.
The brake reservoirs are positioned on the
handlebar, near the brake lever couplings.
Periodically check the brake fluid level in
the reservoirs, see on the side (CHECK)
and the wear of the pads, see page 53
(CHECKING THE BRAKE PADS FOR
WEAR).
WARNING
Do not use the vehicle if the braking
system is leaking fluid.
26 use and maintenance Atlantic 125/250/500 Sprint

CHECK

To check the brake fluid level, proceed as
follows:
NOTE
Position the vehicle on firm and
flat ground.
u Position the vehicle on the centre stand.
u Rotate the handlebar, so that the fluid
contained in the brake reservoir is
parallel to the "MIN" mark stamped on
the glass gauge (1).
u Make sure that the fluid contained in the
reservoir exceeds the "MIN" mark
stamped on the glass gauge (1).
MIN = minimum level.
CAUTION
Do not use the vehicle if the fluid is
below the "MIN" mark.
CAUTION
Brake fluid level decreases as the brake
pads wear down.
Should the level be too low:
u Check the brake discs and pads for
wear, see page 53 (CHECKING THE
BRAKE PADS FOR WEAR).
If the pads and/or the disc do not need
replacing:
u Contact an aprilia Authorised Dealer,
who will provide for topping up.
WARNING
Check the brake for proper operation.
When the brake lever has exceeding
travel or if you notice a loss of braking,
contact an aprilia Authorised dealer.
The braking system may need bleeding.