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Adjustment
The rear brake equipped with the motorcycle is of lever type.
1. Measured at the tip of the rear brake lever moves before the brake starts to engage is called free play.
The free play should be maintained within 10
~
20mm.
2. Turning the adjusting nut in direction A will decrease the free play, and in direction B increase the free
play.
3. Apply the brake several times and check for free wheel rotation after the brake lever is released.
NOTE Make sure the curved slot in the adjusting nut corresponds to the circular surface of the brake arm
pin after making final free play adjustment. If such adjustment is still unsatisfactory, see your dealer for
help.
Check
The brake fluid level and brake pads shall be checked regularly. If any pad is worn to its limit depth, replace both
pads as a set in no time.
Check the brake fluid level through the sight glass. If the fluid level is below the LOWER, loosen the cylinder
cover screws, remove the cover, add brake fluid up to UPPER level mark. If any doubt, see your dealer for help.
WARNING Apply the specified brake fluid, or braking effectiveness and riding safety will be affected
adversely. Brake fluid may case irritation. Avoid contact with skin or eyes. In case of contact, flush
thoroughly with water and call a doctor if your eyes were exposed. Do not allow contaminants such dirt or
water to enter the brake fluid tank.
Adjustment
1. Measured at the tip of the front brake lever moves before the brake starts to engage is called free play.
The free play should be maintained within 10
~
20mm.
2. If the brake lever free play becomes excessive and the brake pads are not worn beyond its minimum