HYOSUNG Aquil GV650, Service Manual

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BRAKE SYSTEM
[ BRAKE HOSES & BRAKE FLUID ]
Inspect Initial 1,000 km and Every 6,000 km.
Replace the brake hoses Every 4 years,
Replace the brake fluid Every 2 years.
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BRAKE FLUID LEVEL CHECK
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Keep the motorcycle upright and place the handle-
bars straight.
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Check the brake fluid level by observing the lower
limit line (LOWER) on the front or rear brake fluid
reservoir.
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When the level is below the lower limit line (LOWER),
replenish with brake fluid that meets the following
specification.
Specification and Classification
(Front brake) : DOT 3 or DOT 4
(Rear brake) : DOT 4
Inspect Interval
[ BRAKE ]
Inspect Initial 1,000 km and Every 6,000 km.
2-17 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
Do not spill any brake fluid on the brake pad of
disk.
[ Front Brake ]
L LO OW WE ER R
▣ BRAKE PAD WEAR
The extend of brake pad wear can be checked
by observing the grooved limit
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the wear exceeds the grooved limit, replace the pads
with new ones.
CAUTION
Replace the brake pad as a set, otherwise braking
performance will be adversely affected.
WARNING
The brake system of this motorcycle is filled with
a glycol-based brake fluid. Do not use or mix dif-
ferent types of fluid such as silicone-based or
petroleum-based. Do not use any brake fluid
taken from old, used or unsealed containers.
Never re-use brake fluid left over from the last
servicing or stored for a long period.
WARNING
Brake fluid, if it leaks, will interfere with safe run-
ning and immediately discolor painted surfaces.
Check the brake hoses and hose joints for cracks
and oil leakage before riding.
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[ Rear Brake ]
L LO OW WE ER R