Brake System - Suzuki VL125 Service Manual

BRAKE SYSTEM

(BRAKE)
Inspect initially at 1 000 km (5 months) and every 4 000
km (20 months) thereafter.
(BRAKE HOSE AND BRAKE FLUID)
Inspect initially at 1 000 km (5 months) and every 4 000
km (20 months). Replace hoses every 4 years.
Replace fluid every 2 years.
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL CHECK
• Keep the motorcycle upright and place the handlebars straight.
• Check the brake fluid level by observing the lower limit line on
the front brake fluid reservoir.
• When the level is below the lower limit line, replenish with brake
fluid that meets the following specification.
+ Specification and Classification: DOT 4
!
The brake system of this motorcycle is filled with a gly-
col-based brake fluid. Do not use or mix different types
of fluid such as silicone-based or petroleum-based. Do
not use any brake fluid taken from old, used or unsealed
containers. Never re-use brake fluid left over from the
last servicing or stored for a long period.
!
Brake fluid, if it leaks, will interfere with safe running and
immediately discolor painted surfaces. Check the brake
hoses and hose joints for cracks and oil leakage before
riding.
BRAKE PAD WEAR
The extent of brake pad wear can be checked by observing the
grooved limit A on the pad. When the wear exceeds the grooved
limit, replace the pads with new ones.
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Replace the brake pad as a set, otherwise braking per-
formance will be adversely affected.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 2-15