Replacing The Front And Rear Brake Pads - Yamaha YXR70FX Service Manual

FRONT AND REAR BRAKES
NOTICE
Disc brake components rarely require dis-
assembly.
DO NOT:
• disassemble components unless abso-
lutely necessary;
• use solvents on internal brake compo-
nents;
• use spent brake fluid for cleaning; (use
only clean brake fluid)
• allow brake fluid to come in contact with
the eyes, as this may cause eye injury;
• splash brake fluid onto painted surfaces
or plastic parts, as this may cause dam-
age;
• disconnect any hydraulic connection, as
this would require the entire brake sys-
tem
cleaned, properly filled and bled after
reassembly.
REPLACING THE FRONT AND REAR
BRAKE PADS
TIP:
It is not necessary to disassemble the brake
caliper and brake hose to replace the brake
pads.
1. Measure:
• brake pad wear limit a
Out of specification → Replace the brake
pads as a set.
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CHAS
to be disassembled,
Brake pad wear limit
Front: 1.5 mm (0.06 in)
Rear: 1.5 mm (0.06 in)
drained,