Triumph Tiger Explorer XR 2016, Service Manual

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WARNING
Before starting work, ensure the motorcycle is stabilised and adequately supported. This will help prevent it
from falling and causing injury to the operator or damage to the motorcycle.
In accordance with the scheduled maintenance chart, inspect the brake fluid level in the front and rear master
cylinder reservoirs.
Ensure that the brake fluid level in the rear brake fluid reservoir is between the upper and lower level lines
(reservoir held horizontal). 1.
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Rear brake fluid reservoir 1.
Rear reservoir upper level 2.
Rear reservoir lower level 3.
To adjust the fluid level: 2.
Remove the two fixings.
Remove the reservoir cap and the diaphragm seal.
Fill the reservoir to the upper level line using new DOT 4 fluid from a sealed container.
Refit the reservoir cap, ensuring that the diaphragm seal is correctly positioned between the cap and
reservoir body.
Refit the two fixings and tighten to
1.5 Nm .
Changing Brake Fluid
Brake fluid must be changed every two calendar years, irrespective of the mileage the motorcycle has covered
in that time.
Brake Pads Wear
Front and rear brake pad wear is automatically compensated for and has no effect on brake lever or pedal
action.
Brake Wear Inspection
In accordance with the Scheduled Maintenance chart, inspect the brake pads for wear. The minimum thickness
of lining material for any front or rear brake pad is 1.5 mm. If any pad has worn to the bottom of the groove in the
pad centre, replace all the brake pads on that wheel.
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