MAEVING RM1, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
Bedding in new brake pads and brake discs
New brake discs and brake pads require a ‘bedding in’ period, to
optimise braking performance and longevity of the brake discs and
brake pads. During this period, carefully operate the front and rear
brakes for a recommended period of 50 miles.
Try to avoid harsh braking during this period and make sure you ride
with caution and allow for greater braking distances.
Warning : The front and rear calipers both contain two brake
pads and must always be replaced as a pair. Never replace
individual brake pads, as this will compromise braking
efficiency and may cause an accident.
Brake pad wear compensation
Warning : If the brake levers feel spongy or soft, or there is
excessive brake lever travel, there may be air in the braking
system or the braking system may be defective. Under these
conditions, it is dangerous to operate your motorcycle and the
motorcycle should be inspected by the Maeving Workshop
Team or a Maeving Workshop Partner to rectify the problem
before riding your motorcycle again.
Warning : Riding your motorcycle with defective brakes is
dangerous and may lead to loss of control and an accident.
Brake pad and brake disc wear is automatically compensated for
by the brake caliper and has no effect on braking performance or
lever travel. There is nothing that requires adjustment on the braking
system.
Brake fluid
Brake fluid is hygroscopic, which means the brake fluid will absorb
moisture from the air over a period of time. This absorbed moisture
can reduce the boiling point of the brake fluid, which can cause a
reduction in braking efficiency.
Make sure that the brake fluid is replaced in accordance to Maeving’s
scheduled maintenance requirements by the Maeving Workshop
Team or a Maeving Workshop Partner.
Do not mix different brands, types or grades of brake fluid.
When inspecting the braking system, check for brake fluid leakage at
hose joints and around caliper seals.
Inspect the brake hoses for damage and check for any deterioration
of the hoses.
Warning : Failure to act on any of these points may cause
dangerous riding conditions that could lead to loss of control
and an accident.
Never overfill the brake master cylinder reservoir with brake fluid.
Caution : Make sure you do not spill or splash brake fluid
onto painted surfaces of your motorcycle, as it can damage
paintwork and other surfaces.
Warning : Riding with depleted brake fluid levels or with a
brake fluid leak is very dangerous and can cause a reduction
or failure of the brakes, leading to loss of control and an
accident.
Should you find any cause for concern, please contact the Maeving
Workshop Team to return your motorcycle to a safe operating
condition. For further information, see Contacts on page 6.
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