GAS GAS MC 450F 2022, Owner'S Manual

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12 BRAKE SYSTEM
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rear 3.5 mm (0.138 in)
» If the brake disc thickness is less than the specification:
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Change the front brake disc.
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Change the rear brake disc.
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Check the front and rear brake discs for damage, cracking, and
deformation.
» If the brake disc exhibits damage, cracking, or deformation:
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Change the front brake disc.
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Change the rear brake disc.
12.4 Checking the front brake fluid level
Warning
Danger of accidents An insufficient brake fluid level will cause the brake system to fail.
If the brake fluid level drops below the specified marking or the specified value, the brake system is leaking or the
brake linings are worn down.
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Check the brake system and do not continue riding until the problem is eliminated. (Your authorized GAS-
GAS Motorcycles workshop will be glad to help.)
Warning
Danger of accidents Old brake fluid reduces the braking effect.
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Make sure that brake fluid for the front and rear brake is changed in accordance with the service schedule.
(Your authorized GASGAS Motorcycles workshop will be glad to help.)
Preparatory work
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Check the front brake linings. ( p. 88)
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Main work
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Move the brake reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal
position.
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Check the brake fluid level in level viewer
1
.
» If the brake fluid level has dropped below the marking
A
:
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Add front brake fluid. ( p. 86)
12.5 Adding front brake fluid
Warning
Danger of accidents An insufficient brake fluid level will cause the brake system to fail.
If the brake fluid level drops below the specified marking or the specified value, the brake system is leaking or the
brake linings are worn down.
–
Check the brake system and do not continue riding until the problem is eliminated. (Your authorized GAS-
GAS Motorcycles workshop will be glad to help.)