Honda CRF250R 2005, Owner'S Manual

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Servicing Your Honda
Brakes
Adding Front Brake Fluid
The recommended brake fluid is Honda DOT 4
brake fluid or an equivalent.
When adding brake fluid be sure the reservoir is
horizontal before the cap is removed or brake
fluid may spill out.
(1) screws
(2) reservoir cap/diaphragm
(3) upper level mark
1. Remove the screws (1), reservoir cap (2) and
diaphragm.
2. Fill the reservoir with DOT 4 brake fluid to
the upper level mark (3). Do not overfill.
3. Reinstall the diaphragm and reservoir cap.
4. Tighten the screws securely to the specified
torque:
1.1 lbf·ft (1.5 N·m, 0.15 kgf·m)
Adding Rear Brake Fluid
The recommended brake fluid is Honda DOT 4
brake fluid or an equivalent.
When adding brake fluid be sure the reservoir is
horizontal before the cap is removed or brake
fluid may spill out.
(4) bolts
(5) reservoir cap/diaphragm
(6) upper level mark
1. Remove the bolts (4) reservoir cap and
diaphragm (5).
2. Fill the reservoir with DOT 4 brake fluid to
the upper level mark (6). Do not overfill.
3. Reinstall the diaphragm and reservoir cap.
4. Tighten the bolts to the specified torque:
1.1 lbf·ft (1.5 N·m, 0.15 kgf·m)
Other Inspection
• Make sure there are not fluid leaks.
• Check for deterioration or cracks in the hoses
and fittings.
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)