Derbi ATV DXR 200, Workshop Manual

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3-12. F
RONT BRAKE LEVER FREE PLAY ADJUSTMENT
The front brake lever free play should be adjusted to 3-5 mm (0.12-0.20 in) at the brake lever pivot. If the
free play is incorrect, adjust as follows: (Fig. 3-19, 3-20, 3-21)
01. Loosen the lockout and fully turn in the adjusting bolt at the front brake lever.
02. Make sure the cable joint in the equalizer is straight. If not, turn the adjusting nuts at the front wheel hubs
until the cable joint becomes straight.
03. Turn adjusting bolt at the brake lever until specified free play is obtained. Specified free play: 3-5 mm
(0.12- 0-20 in) (a).
04. Tighten the lockout.
WARNING
IMPROPERLY SERVICED OR ADJUSTED BRAKES.
AWARENESS
May lose braking ability and could lead to an accident.
SOLUTION
Be sure that the brakes operate smoothly and the free play is correct after serviced. Be sure brakes do not
restraint.
3-13. P
ARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
(F
IG
. 3-22)
3-13-1. Parking brake adjustment may be required if the parking brake does not function
properly.
01. Loosen the lockout of the parking brake cable adjuster.
02. Turn the adjuster until there is little or no free play.
03. Tighten the lockout.
3-13-2. Brake lever, pedal, and cable lubrication
Lubricating the pivoting parts of each lever and pedal. Recommended lubricant: cable lube or SAE 10W30
motor oil.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD: RUNNING IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED BRAKES.
AWARENESS
The brakes could malfunction, causing reduced braking performance. This could increase the chance of a
collision or accident.
SOLUTION
After adjusting the parking brake, lift the rear part of ATV off the ground and spin the rear wheels. Check to
make sure there is no brake drag. If brake drag is noticed, perform the adjustment again.