Triumph Thunderbird Service Manual page 320

3. Align the master cylinder/clamp split line with the
dot mark on the upper side of the handlebar.
1. Dot mark
2. Split line
4. Tighten the clamp bolts, upper first and then the
lower to 12 Nm.
5. Connect the brake light switch.
6. Position the brake lever and spring ensuring that the
pivot boss is correctly aligned to the push rod.
Z Fit and tighten the pivot bolt to 1 Nm, and the
locknut to
6 Nm.
8. Connect the brake hose to the master cylinder
incorporating new sealing washers to each side of
the union. Tighten the union bolt to 25 Nm.
Use only DOT 4 specification brake fluid as listed in the
general information section of this manual. The use of
brake fluids other than those DOT 4 fluids listed in the
general information section may reduce the efficiency of
the braking system leading to loss of motorcycle control
and an accident.
Observe the brake fluid handling warnings given earlier
in this section of the manual.
To prevent body damage, do not spill brake fluid onto
any area of the bodywork. Spilled brake fluid will
damage paintwork.
9. Fill and bleed the front brakes (see page 12-9).
10. Examine the system for correct operation and fluid
leaks. Rectify as necessary.
11. Check the operation of the front brake. Rectify as
necessary.
It is dangerous to operate the motorcycle with defective
brakes; you must have your authorised Triumph dealer
take remedial action before you attempt to ride the
motorcycle again. Failure to take remedial action may
reduce braking efficiency leading to loss of motorcycle
control and an accident.
12. Reconnect the battery, positive (identified with red
tape) lead first.
13. Refit the rider's seat (see page 17-9).
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