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Adjusting the basic �osition of the hand brake lever (FE 450/501 US)
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Check the free travel of the hand brake lever. (
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p. 151)
- Adjust the basic setting of the hand brake lever to your hand
size by turning adjusting screw
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Info
Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to increase the
distance between the hand brake lever and the han
dlebar.
Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to
decrease the distance between the hand brake lever
and the handlebar.
The range of adjustment is limited.
Turn the adjusting screw by hand only, and do not
apply any force.
Do not make any adjustments while riding!
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.
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.
(FE EU/AU, FE 450/501 US)
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Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar
to a horizontal position.
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Check the brake fluid level in level viewer
O.
If the brake fluid has dropped below marking 6):
- Add front brake fluid. (
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p. 153)
(FE 501 SUS)
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Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar
to a horizontal position.
Check the brake fluid level in level viewer
O.
If the brake fluid has dropped below marking 6):
- Add front brake fluid. (
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p. 153)