Brakes; Brake Fluid - Suzuki VS1400 Owner's Manual

BRAKES
This motorcycle utilizes front and rear disk
brakes . Properly operating brake systems
New and used oil can be hazardous. Children
are vital to safe riding. Be sure to perform
and pets may be harmed by swallowing new or
the brake inspection requirements as sched­
used oil. Repeated, prolonged contact with used
uled. The brakes should be inspected at
engine oil may cause skin cancer. Brief contact
periodic inspection by your authorized
with used oil may irritate skin.
Suzuki dealer.
• Keep new and used oil away from children
BRAKE SYSTEM
and pets.
• Wear a long-sleeve shirt and waterproof
gloves.
• Wash with soap if oil contacts your skin.
Failure to inspect and properly maintain the
brakes increases your chance of having an acci­
NOTE: Recycle or properly dispose of used
dent.
oil.
Inspect the brake system before each use
according to the INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING
section. Follow the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
section to maintain your brake system.
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Inspect your brake system for the following
items daily:
• Inspect the front and rear brake system
for signs of fluid leakage.
• Inspect the brake hose for leakage or a
cracked appearance .
• Check the wear of the disk brake pads .
• The brake lever and pedal should have
the proper stroke and be firm at ali times.
BRAKE FLUID
FRONT
REAR
Check the brake fluid level in both front and
rear brake fluid reservoirs and inspect for
brake pad wear and leaks.
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