Husqvarna F1103V5, Owner'S Manual

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13 BRAKE SYSTEM
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13.2 Checking the brake discs
Warning
Danger of accidents
Worn-out brake discs reduce the braking effect.
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Make sure that worn-out brake discs are replaced immediately. (Your authorized Husqvarna Motor-
cycles workshop will be glad to help.)
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Check the front and rear brake disc thickness at multiple
points for the dimension
A
.
Info
Wear will reduce the thickness of the brake disc at
contact surface
1
of the brake linings.
Brake discs - wear limit
front 4.5 mm (0.177 in)
rear 3.6 mm (0.142 in)
» If the brake disc thickness is less than the specified value.
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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 deforma-
tion:
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Change the front brake disc.
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Change the rear brake disc.
13.3 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
MIN
marking, 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
Husqvarna Motorcycles workshop will be glad to help.)
Warning
Danger of accidents Old brake fluid reduces the braking effect.
–
Make sure that brake fluid for the front and rear brake is changed in accordance with the service
schedule. (Your authorized Husqvarna Motorcycles workshop will be glad to help.)