BMW R 1100 S EVO, Maintenance Manual

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[Integral ABS] Checking brake fluid
level
(Inspections II and III)
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Note:
The brake fluid level in the sight glass/brake fluid
level remains constant despite wear of the brake
pads.
If the level drops below the MIN mark, this indicates
some other fault.
Front brake
•
Place the motorcycle on its centre stand.
•
Turn the handlebars to the left .
Required level
not below ......................................................... MIN
(Top edge of the marking ring)
Brake fluid
....................................................DOT 4
Rear brake
•
Place the motorcycle on its centre stand.
Required level
not below ......................................................... MIN
Brake fluid ....................................................DOT 4
Checking brake system for correct
operation and freedom from leaks;
repairing/replacing if necessary
(Inspection III)
•
Check brake system for leaks.
Checking brake pads and discs for
wear/replacing
(Inspections II and III)
Checking front brake pad wear
•
Wear indicators ( 1) must be clearly visible.
•
If necessary, check/measure thickness of brake
pads.
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Important:
Brake pad thickness must not fall below the minimum
value. Always replace the brake pads as a complete
set.
Minimum pad thickness: ......... 1.0 mm (0.3937 in)
•
Check that colour codes of brake pads and
brake calipers (2) match.
Colour code: .................................................green
R28000110
MIN
R28000050
MIN
R28000120
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