Suzuki V Storm, Owner'S Manual

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Brake Pads
FRONT
REAR
Inspect the front and rear brake
pads to see if they are worn down
to the grooved wear limit line
1
.
If a front or rear pad is worn to the
grooved limit line both front or
both rear pads must be replaced
with new ones by your authorized
Suzuki dealer or qualified service
mechanic. After replacing either
the front or rear brake pads, the
brake lever or pedal must be
pumped several times. This will
extend the pads to their proper
position.
NOTE: Do not squeeze/depress
the brake lever/pedal when the
pads are not in their positions. It is
difficult to push the pistons back
into position.

WARNING
Riding with worn brake pads
will reduce braking perfor-
mance and will increase your
chance of having an accident.
Inspect brake pad wear before
each use. Ask your SUZUKI
dealer or a qualified mechanic
to replace brake pads if any
pad is worn to the limit.

WARNING
Failure to extend brake pads
after repair or replacement can
cause poor braking perfor-
mance and may result in an
accident.
Before riding, “pump” the
brake lever/pedal repeatedly
until brake pads are pressed
against the brake disks and
proper lever/pedal stroke and
firm feel are restored.