APRILIA RSV 1000 R FACTORY Workshop Manual page 16

RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY
BRAKE FLUID
NOTE This vehicle is fitted with front and rear disc brakes. Each braking system is operated by an independent hydraulic
circuit. The information provided below applies to both braking systems.
DANGER
Do not use the vehicle in case brakes are worn out or do not work properly! The brakes are the parts that
most ensure your safety and for this reason they must always be in perfectly working order. Failure to
comply with these recommendations will probably lead to a crash or an accident, with a consequent risk
of personal injury or death.
A wet surface reduces the brakes' efficiency.
DANGER
In case of wet ground, double the braking distance since both brakes and tires drives on the road surface
are extremely reduced by the water present on the road's surface.
Any water on brakes, after washing the vehicle or driving on a wet road surface, crossing puddles or
ditches can wet brakes so as to greatly reduce their efficiency.
Failure to comply with these recommendations may lead to serious accidents, with a consequent risk of
severe personal injuries or death.
Brakes are critical safety components. Do not ride the vehicle in case brakes are not working at their
best.
Check for the brakes' proper working order before every trip.
Brake fluid is an irritant. Avoid contact with eyes or skin.
In the event of accidental contact, wash the affected body parts thoroughly. In the event of accidental
contact with eyes, contact an eye specialist or seek medical advice.
DO NOT RELEASE BRAKE FLUID INTO THE ENVIRONMENT. KEEP IT AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
When handling brake fluid, take care not to spill it onto plastic or paint-finished parts or they will damage.
DANGER
Do not use any brake fluids other than the specified type. Never mix different types of fluids to top up
level, as this will damage the braking system.
Do not use brake fluid from containers that have been kept open or in storage for long periods.
Any sudden changes in play or hardness in the brake levers are warning signs of problems with the hy-
draulic circuits.
Ensure that the brake discs and brake linings have not become contaminated with oil or grease. This is
particularly important after servicing or inspections.
Make sure the brake lines are not twisted or worn.
Prevent accidental entry of water or dust into the circuit.
Wear latex gloves when servicing the hydraulic circuit.
DISC BRAKES
DANGER
The brakes are the parts that most ensure your safety and for this reason they must always be in per-
fectly working condition; check them before every trip.
A dirty disc soils the pads.
Dirty pads must be replaced, while dirty discs must be cleaned with a high-quality degreaser.
Perform the maintenance operations with half the indicated frequency if the vehicle is used in rainy or
dusty areas, on uneven surfaces or on racetracks.
When the disc pads wear out, the level of the fluid decreases to automatically compensate for their wear.
The front brake fluid reservoir is located on the right handlebar, near the front brake lever.
The rear brake fluid reservoir is located under the right fairing.
Do not use the vehicle if the braking system is leaking fluid.
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