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FRONT BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
INSP
ADJ
3. Install:
9
Protector (rear brake)
9
Diaphragm
9
Master cylinder cap
EC362040
FRONT BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
1. Check:
9
Brake lever position
a
2. Adjust:
9
Brake lever position
NOTE:
If bleeding is difficult, it may be necessary
to let the brake fluid system stabilize for a
few hours. Repeat the bleeding procedure
when the tiny bubbles in the system have
disappeared.
j. Add brake fluid to the level line on the
reservoir.
w
Check the operation of the brake after
bleeding the brake system.
Brake lever position
a
a
:
Standard position
Extent of adjutment
95 mm (3.74 in)
76 ~ 97 mm
(2.99 ~ 3.82 in)
Brake lever position adjustment steps:
9
Loosen the locknut
1
.
9
Turn the adjusting bolt
2
until the lever posi-
tion
a
is within specified position.
9
Tighten the locknut.
c
C
Be sure to tighten the locknut, as it will
cause poor brake performance.
Locknut:
5 Nm (0.5 m•kg, 3.6 ft•lb)
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