OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
16. MAINTENANCE
16- 6
BRAKES
Front brake
WARNING
Once a bottle of brake fluid is opened, use what is necessary and discard the rest. Do
not store or use a partial bottle of brake fluid. Brake fluid is hygroscopic, meaning it
rapidly absorbs moisture from the air. This causes the boiling temperature of the
brake fluid to drop, which can lead to early brake fade and the possibility of serious
injury.
The front brake is hydraulic disc brakes which is depressing the brake pedal. These
brakes are self-adjusting and require no adjustment.
The following checks are recommended to keep the brake system in good operating
condition. How often they need checking depends upon the type of driving that has
been done.
Keep fluid level in the master cylinder reservoirs as described see “7.Control and
part functions”. Normal functioning of the diaphragm is to extend into the reservoir as
fluid lever drops. If the fluid lever is low and the diaphragm is not extended, a leak is
indicated and the diaphragm should be replaced. Always fill the reservoir as indicated
whenever the cover is loosened or removed to insure proper diaphragm operation.
Use DOT 3 brake fluid.
Check brake system for fluid leaks. Check brake
for excessive travel or spongy feel.
Check friction pads for wear, damage and
loosened.
Check security and surface condition of the disc.
Pads should be changed when friction material is
worn to 3/64”(1mm).(A)
Rear Brake
The rear brake is a hydraulic disc type brake which is activated by the same
pedal which activates the front brake system is self-adjusting and requires no
maintenance other than periodic checks of the pads for wear
Pads should be changed when the friction material is worn to 3/64”(1mm).
Inspect the brake disc and pad wear surface for excessive wear.
