Big Dog 2006 Chopper, Owner'S Manual

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BRAKE SYSTEM
2006 CHOPPER MAJOR COMPONENTS
FOR NORMAL BRAKING Apply both front and rear brakes. The brake system supplies
best stopping when applied simultaneously. Pull in the clutch lever to prevent the engine
from stalling. ONLY APPLYING THE REAR BRAKE CAN REDUCE YOUR BRAKING ABILITY BY
UP TO 70%.
HARD BRAKING MAY CAUSE WHEEL LOCK AND CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE
MOTORCYCLE. THINGS SUCH AS WATER, OIL OR DEBRIS ON THE ROAD SURFACE CAN
ADVERSELY AFFECT YOUR BRAKING ABILITY AND MAY CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL UNDER
EXTREME BRAKING. ALWAYS LEAVE YOURSELF ENOUGH ROOM TO STOP WITHOUT LOSS OF
CONTROL.
MAINTAINING BRAKE SYSTEM INTEGRITY Keeping the braking system
performance at its best requires both master cylinder fluid reservoirs to be kept full of
DOT5 brake fluid. Having adequate wear surface on the brake pads is equally important.
Remember, brake fluid level will drop slightly as the brake pads wear. Low brake fluid level
may allow air to enter the brake system causing it to feel “spongy” and become ineffective.
Inspect brake fluid level and brake pads for wear on a regular basis. Both front and rear
master cylinders should be filled to, but not above reservoir undercut.
WARNING
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