Generic TR 125, User Manual, Page: 37 / 52

CHECKING/ MAINTAINING
Brake pads
The front and rear brake pads must
be checked for wear in periodical
intervals.
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cially before every trip. The pads
present a groove that must always
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depends on use riding style and
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terial of the pads reach the 1 mm
thickness limit change both pads.
The excessive wear of the friction
material would cause the contact of
the pad metal support with the
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and production of sparks from the
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and soundness of the disc would
thus be negatively affected.
Checking the front and rear brake
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linder is in horizontal position.
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brake system possibly causing it to
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level may indicate worn brake pads
or brake system leakage.
Use only the recommended
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ber seals may deteriorate causing
leakage and poor braking perfor-
mance.
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harmful chemical reaction and lead
to poor braking performance.
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faces or plastic parts. Always clean
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As the brake pads wear the brake
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