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Adjustment
The distance the front brake lever moves before the
brake starts to engage 1s called free play
Measured at the tlp of the front brake lever, free play
should be within 10-20mm.
counterclockwise will increase free play.
release the brake lever.
HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE (Fig. 24)
As the brake pads wear, brake fluid level drops. There is no adjustment to
brake lever free play becomes excessive and the brake pads are not worn
beyond depth, there is probably air in the brake system and it must be bled.
See your dealer for this service.
Fig.24
Caliper with brake pads
@Brake disc
@Main cylinder
Brake Fluid Level
*Brake fluid may cause irritation. Avoid contact with skin or eyes. In
case of contact, flush thoroughly with water and call a doctor if your
eyes were exposed.
*Keep out of reach of children.
CAUTION
*Handle brake fluid with care because it can damage plastic and painted
surfaces.
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Fig. 23
Adjusting nut
Brake ant1 pin
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*When adding brake fluid, be sure the brake fluid tank is horizontal
before the cap is removed,or brake fluid may spill out.
*Never allow contaminants such as dirt or water to enter the brake
fluid tank.
1 .Locate the vehicle on a level ground.
level; if the fluid level is below the LOWER level mark, specified brake
fluid must be add to the brake fluid tank.
meeting the standard.
Brake Pads
From the rear of sub-cylinder, check the caliper with brake pads for wear.
Should either brake pads be worn to their limit depth, replace both pads as
a set as soon as possible, or braking effectiveness and riding safety will be
affected adversely.
Other Check
Make sure there are no fluid leaks. Check for deterioration or cracks in the
hoses and fittmg.
NOTE
ADJUSTMENT OF REAR BRAKE (Fig. 25)
1 Support the vehlcle on its side stand
2 Measure the dlstance the rear brake pedal moves
before the brake starts to engage
The free play of the rear brake pedal should be 20-30mm
3 If adjustment is necessary, turn the rear brake ad-
justing nut Turnlng clockw~se will decrease free
play whde turnlng counterclockw~se will increase
free play.
wheel rotatlon after the brake pedal 1s released.
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Rear brake rod
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