Disc Brakes - MOTO GUZZI 2005 Griso 1100 Use And Maintenance Book

DISC BRAKES

WARNING
The brakes are key safety components
and must be kept in perfect working
order; check them before each ride.
A dirty disc will soil the pads, leading to
loss of braking efficiency.
Dirty pads must be replaced, while dirty
discs must be cleaned with a high-
quality degreaser.
Have brake fluid changed every two
years by a Moto Guzzi Authorised
Dealer.
Use the brake fluid recommended in the
l u b r i c a n t s t a b l e , s e e p a g e 8 5
(LUBRICANT CHART).
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use and maintenance Griso
NOTE
This vehicle is equipped with
front and rear disc brakes operated by
independent hydraulic circuits.
The front brake is a twin-disc brake (one
disc on either side of the wheel).
The rear brake uses a single disc (fitted to
the right side of the wheel).
The following information applies to both
braking systems.
Brake fluid level decreases as the brake
pads wear down.
The front brake reservoir is located on the
right handlebar, close to the front brake
lever fitting.
The rear brake reservoir is located on the
vehicle right side, close to the rear brake
control lever.
NOTE
Halve maintenance intervals if
you are riding in rainy or dusty conditions,
on rough road surfaces or when the vehicle
is used in competitions.
Check the brake discs for wear after the
first 1500 km (930 mi) and then every 2000
km (1250 mi).
Before leaving, check brake fluid level in
the reservoirs, see page 31 (FRONT
BRAKE), page 32 (REAR BRAKE), and
brake pad wear, see page 64 (CHECKING
THE BRAKE PADS FOR WEAR).
Have the brake fluid changed every 20000
km (12500 mi) or every two years by a
Moto Guzzi Authorised Dealer.
WARNING
Do not use the vehicle if the braking
system is leaking fluid.