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use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY
Have brake fluid changed every two years
by an
aprilia Official dealer.
WARNING
Do not ride if the braking system is
leaking.
FRONT BRAKE
CHECK
◆ Place the vehicle in vertical position,
keep the handlebar in the direction of
travel.
◆ Make sure that the fluid level in the
reservoir exceeds the "MIN" mark.
MIN= minimum level
MAX= maximum level
If level is below the "MIN" mark:
CAUTION
Brake fluid level decreases gradually as
the brake pads wear down.
◆ Check the brake disk and the brake pads
for wear, see page 93 (CHECKING THE
BRAKE PADS FOR WEAR).
If the pads and/or the disk are in good
condition, top up to correct level.
TOPPING UP
Read page 35 (BRAKE FLUID -
recommendations) carefully.
CAUTION
Danger: brake fluid could leak out.
Never operate the front brake lever
when the screws (1) have been
loosened or when the reservoir cover is
not in place.
◆ Unscrew the screws (1) of the brake fluid
reservoir (2) by means of a short, cross-
headed screwdriver.
2
1