BMW Motorrad G 310 R, Rider'S Manual

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76 MAINTENANCE
BRAKE SYSTEM
Check brake operation
Operate the brake lever.
There is a clearly perceptible
pressure point.
Actuate the footbrake lever.
There is a clearly perceptible
pressure point.
If no clear pressure points are
perceptible:
ATTENTION
Improper working on the
brake system
Endangering of the operating
safety of the brake system
Have all work on the brake
system carried out by ex-
perts.
Have the brakes checked
at an authorized workshop,
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Checking the front brake pad
thickness
Park motorcycle. Ensure that
the ground is firm and level.
Turn the handlebars to the
right.
The brake pads 1 can be seen
from the rear.
Conduct a visual inspection of
the brake pad thickness.
Check the wear marks 2 .
Front brake-pad wear
limit
min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)
(Only friction material without
carrier plate. The wear marks
(grooves) must be clearly visi-
ble.)