Th
e brake pads can be inspected visually without having
to remove the brake calipers
(See fi gures 33-34)
. For this
procedure, you will need a fl ashlight.
1. Inspect the lower area of the front caliper(s).
2. If the brake pad friction material is 1/16 in. thick
or less (the thickness of a penny), the pads must be
replaced immediately.
3. Replace both the inner and outer brake pads at the
same time.
CAUTION!
Replace all brake pads per axle set. Replace all four
brake pads on the front axle at once and replace both
rear pads at once. Different friction compounds in mixed
sets of brakes pads may cause braking defi ciencies and
poor braking performance.
CAUTION!
After replacing pads attention should be paid to the
‘seating’ of the brake components. Brake pads need up
to 250 (500 km) miles regular urban use where brakes are
used frequently (not highway cruising) to allow pads to
mate with new rotors. During this time brake performance
will be less effective. As with many new parts on your
motorcycle they will benefi t from gentle use until seating
is accomplished. During this time avoid using brakes
harshly unless in an emergency. Riders will observe a gradual
increase in brake effi ciency as the motorcycle is used during
the seating period.
WARNING!
Due to the fact that brake performance is critical, brake
system servicing requires the attention of a skilled technician
using approved replacement parts and methods. If other
than recommended brake pads are installed or other than
recommended brake fl uid is used, the braking properties of
the motorcycle could be impaired. This could substantially
hinder the ability to brake safely and may result in an accident,
possible personal injury and damage to the motorcycle.
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Figure 34: Front Brake Caliper
Figure 33: Brake
Caliper for Measure
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