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Checking fluid level in the open brake
fluid reservoir
The procedure for checking the level in the left brake
fluid reservoir is described below. The procedure for
checking the level in the right brake fluid reservoir is
basically the same.
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Attention:
Do not allow brake fluid to come into contact with
painted parts of the motorcycle - brake fluid attacks
paintwork!
L
Note:
Do not remove the reservoir cap unless the handle-
bar is turned all the way to the right!
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Turn the handlebar all the way to the right
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Secure the handlebar in the full lock position
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Remove reservoir cap (1) with diaphragm
Specification:
Specified level with new pads
...................... Upper edge on inside of sight glass
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Attention:
When adding brake fluid, do not allow it to enter the
holes for the reservoir cap screws!
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If the brake fluid level does not come up to the
top of the sight glass with new brake pads in-
stalled top up the fluid level and, if necessary,
check the brake system for leaks
When installing:
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While installation is basically a reversal of the re-
moval process, careful attention should be di-
rected toward the following operations:
L
Note:
Wipe the rim of the reservoir, the rubber boot and
the cover to remove brake fluid, and carefully reas-
semble the components!
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Hand-tighten cap on reservoir
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Check operation of the brake system
Operating fluid:
Brake fluid.....................................................DOT 4
C1340440
1
C1340450
MAX