MAINTENANCE
BRAKE SYSTEM
FRONT BRAKE
Make
sure the
brake pedal
operatos smoothly
and
that the broke
pedal
position
is
correct.
Make sure the
brakes do not drag
3·22
Firmly apply the front brake lever and check that no air
has entered
the
system.
If the brake lever feels soft
or
spongy when operated,
bleed
the
system.
See Brake System section for
alf
bleeding procedures
(page 18-7).
Inspecllhe
brake hoses
(1)
and fittings for deterioration,
cracks, damage or signs of leakage.
Tighten
any
loose
fittings.
Replace hoses, pipes and fittings as required.
REAR BRAKE
Check the brake cable, brake lever and brake pedal for
loose connections, excessive play or other damage.
Replace or repair
if
necessary.
For cable lubrication: Disconnect the brake cable at the
brake
lever or pedal. Thoroughly lubricate the cables
and their pivot points with a
commercially available
cable lubricant or a lightweight oil.
Measure the rear brake lever free play at the end
of
the
,----,
....
-..,,.,
lever.
FREEPLA
Y:
15
- 20 mm (0.6 - 0
.8
in)
Measure the rear brake pedal freeplay at the end of the
pedaL
FREEPLA
Y:
15
- 20 mm (0.6 - 0
.8
in)
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