Checking The Brake Fluid Level - Yamaha YZF-R1 1998 Service Manual

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CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL

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CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.
NOTE:
• Place the motorcycle on a suitable
stand.
• Make sure that the motorcycle is
upright.
2. Check:
• brake fluid level
Below the minimum level mark a →
Add the recommended brake fluid to
the proper level.
Recommended brake fluid
DOT 4
Å Front brake
ı Rear brake
WARNING
WARNING
• Use only the designated brake fluid.
Other brake fluids may cause the rub-
ber seals to deteriorate, causing leak-
age and poor brake performance.
• Refill with the same type of brake fluid
that is already in the system. Mixing
brake fluids may result in a harmful
chemical reaction, leading to poor
brake performance.
• When refilling, be careful that water
does not enter the brake fluid reser-
voir. Water will significantly lower the
boiling point of the brake fluid and
could cause vapor lock.
CAUTION:
ACHTUNG:
Brake fluid may damage painted sur-
faces and plastic parts. Therefore,
always clean up any spilt brake fluid
immediately.
NOTE:
In order to ensure a correct reading of
the brake fluid level, make sure that the
top of the brake fluid reservoir is hori-
zontal.
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