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• The free play of the rear brake
should be 20-30mm.
CAUTION
If there is no play of the brake levers,
it may be that the brake pads drag
permanently on the brake disc.
Periodically check the brake lever free
play and, if necessary, adjust it as fol
-
lows.
BRAKE PADS
The front brake pads and the rear bra-
ke shoes must be checked for wear at
the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
Brake pads
Each brake pad is provided with wear
indicators, which allows you to check
the brake pad wear without having to
disassemble the brake. To check the
brake pad wear, check the position of
the wear indicators while applying the
brake.
If a brake pad has worn to the point that
a wear indicator almost touches the
brake disc, have a dealer replace the
brake pads as a set.
BRAKE FLUID
!
WARNING
Insufficient brake fluid may allow air
to enter the brake system, possibly
causing it to become ineffective.
Before riding, check that the break
fluid is above the minimum level
mark and refill it if necessary.
• Low position brake fluid level may
indicate worn brake pads and/or
brake system leakage.
• If the brake fluid level is low, be
sure to check the brake pads for
wear and the brake system for
leakage.
• When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the mas-
ter cylinder is level by turning the
handlebars.
• Use only the recommended qua-
lity brake fluid, otherwise the
rubber seals may deteriorate,
causing leakage and poor braking
performance.
DOT 4 brake fluid
(Only use brake fluid out of an unope
-
ned container)
Recommended:
Liqui Moly DOT 4 brake fluid
• Refill with the same type of bra-
ke fluid. Mixing fluids may result
in a harmful chemical reaction
and lead to poor braking perfor-
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR