Chaning the brake fluid
!
WARNING
Have a dealer change the brake fluid
at the intervals specified in the NOTE
after the periodic maintenance and lub-
rication chart.
CABLES
The operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the
cables and cable ends should be lub-
ricated if necessary. If a cable is dama-
ged or does not move smoothly, have
a dealer check or replace it.
Recommended lubricant:
Castrol Motorrad DWF oilspray
!
WARNING
Damage to the outer housing of cables
may result in internal rusting and cause
interference with cable movement. Re-
BRAKE FLUID
!
WARNING
Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to
enter the brake system, possibly
causing it to become ineffective. Befo-
re riding, check that the break fluid is
above the minimum level mark (1) and
refill it if necessary.
1
1
Low position brake fluid level may in
-
dicate worn brake pads and/or brake
system leakage. If the brake fluid le
-
vel is low, be sure to check the brake
pads for wear and the brake system
for leakage. When checking the flu
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id level, make sure that the top of the
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master cylinder is level by turning the
handlebars. Use only the recommen-
ded quality brake fluid, otherwise the
rubber seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage and poor braking performance.
Recommended brake fluid:
Castrol Super Disc Brake Fluid DOT 4
•
Refill with the same type of brake fluid.
Mixing fluids may result in a harmful
chemical reaction and lead to poor
braking performance.
• Be careful that water does not enter
the master cylinder when refilling. Wa
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ter will significantly lower the boiling
point of the fluid and may result in va
-
por lock.
•
Brake fluid may deteriorate painted
surfaces or plastic parts. Always clean
up spilled fluid immediately.
A
• s the brake pads wear, it is normal
for the brake fluid level to gradually
go down. However, if the brake fluid
level goes down suddenly, have a
dealer check.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
