Suzuki UF50, Service Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 2-9
BRAKE HOSE
Inspect every 3 000 km (6 months).
Replace every four years.
Check the brake hose for leakage, cracks, wear, and damages.
If any damages are found, replace the brake hose with a new
one.
BRAKE FLUID
Inspect every 3 000 km (6 months).
Replace fluid every two years.
FRONT BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
Keep the motorcycle upright and place the handlebars straight.
Check the brake fluid level by observing the lower limit line on
the brake fluid reservoir.
When the brake fluid level is below the lower limit line, replen-
ish with a brake fluid that meets the following specification.
NOTE:
If the brake fluid level is difficult to check, remove the master
cylinder reservoir cap to check the brake fluid level.
Specification and classification: DOT 4
The brake system is filled with an glycol-based brake
fluid, which is classified DOT 4. Do not use or mix
other types of brake fluid, such as silicone-based
and petroleum-based brake fluids when refilling the
brake system, otherwise serious damage to the brake
system will result.
Do not use any brake fluid taken from old, used, or
unsealed containers.
Do not reuse brake fluid left over from the last servic-
ing or which has been stored for a long period of time.
When storing brake fluid, be sure to seal the con-
tainer completely and keep it out of the reach of chil-
dren.
When replenishing brake fluid, be sure not to get
any dust or other foreign materials in the fluid.
Brake fluid, if it leaks, will interfere with safe running
and immediately discolor painted surfaces. Check
the brake hoses and hose joints for cracks and oil
leakage before riding.