12 BRAKE SYSTEM 45
12.1 Checking play of handbrake lever
601980-10
– Push the handbrake lever forwards and check the play A.
Play of hand brake lever 3… 5 mm (0.12… 0.2 in)
» If the play does not meet specifications:
– Adjust the play of the hand brake lever. ( p. 45)
12.2 Adjusting the play of the hand brake lever
601981-10
– Check the play of the handbrake lever. ( p. 45)
– Adjust the play of the hand brake lever with the adjusting screw 1.
Guideline
Play of hand brake lever 3… 5 mm (0.12… 0.2 in)
12.3 Adjusting the basic position of the hand brake lever
601981-11
– Remove screw 1. Take off cover 2.
601983-10
– Check the play of the handbrake lever. ( p. 45)
– Adjust the basic position of the hand brake lever with adjusting screw 3 to the rid-
er's hand size.
Info
Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to increase the distance between the
hand brake lever and the handlebar.
Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to decrease the distance between
the hand brake lever and the handlebar.
The range of adjustment is limited.
601981-11
– Position cover 2. Mount and tighten screw 1.