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use and maintenance MX 125
ADJUSTING
THE REAR BRAKE LEVER HEIGHT
The brake lever is installed in ergonomic
position on assembly of the vehicle.
If necessary, it is possible to adjust the
brake lever height, by proceeding as
follows:
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Loosen the lock nut (1).
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Unscrew the brake adjuster (2) completely.
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Screw the lock nut (3) completely on the
pump control rod (4).
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Screw the pump control rod (4)
completely, then unscrew it by giving 3-4
turns.
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Unscrew the brake adjuster (2) and
move the brake lever (5) to the desired
height.
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Lock the brake adjuster (2) by means of
the lock nut (1).
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Unscrew the pump control rod (4) and
bring it in contact with the pump piston.
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Screw the rod in order to ensure a
minimum clearance of 0.5÷ 1 mm
between the pump control rod (4) and
the pump piston.
WARNING
Ensure that there is some play between
the master cylinder actuating rod (4)
and piston, or the brake will drag,
leading to early wear of friction
elements.
Play between master cylinder actuating
rod and piston: 0.5 ÷ 1 mm.
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Lock the pump control rod by means of
the lock nut (3).
WARNING
Check the braking efficiency.
If necessary, contact an aprilia Official
Dealer .
After the adjustment, make sure that the
wheel rotates freely with released
brake.
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