Maintenance and Adjustment
105
Disc Brake Fluid
Inspect the level of brake fluid in both
reservoirs and change the brake fluid in
accordance with scheduled maintenance
requirements. Use only DOT 4 fluid as
recommended in the Specification
section. The brake fluid must also be
changed if it becomes, or is suspected of
having become, contaminated with
moisture or any other contaminants.
Note:
• A special tool is required to bleed the
ABS braking system. Contact your
authorised Triumph dealer when the
brake fluid needs renewing or the
hydraulic system requires main-
tenance.
Brake fluid is hygroscopic which
means it will absorb moisture from the
air.
Any absorbed moisture will greatly
reduce the boiling point of the brake
fluid causing a reduction in braking
efficiency.
Because of this, always replace brake
fluid in accordance with scheduled
maintenance requirements.
Always use new brake fluid from a
sealed container and never use fluid
from an unsealed container or from
one which has been previously
opened.
Do not mix different brands or grades
of brake fluid.
Check for fluid leakage around brake
fittings, seals and joints and also
check the brake hoses for splits,
deterioration and damage.
Always rectify any faults before riding.
Failure to observe and act upon any of
these items may cause a dangerous
riding condition leading to loss of
control and an accident.
If the ABS is not functioning, the brake
system will continue to function as a
non ABS braking system. In this
situation braking too hard will cause
the wheels to lock resulting in loss of
control and an accident.
Reduce speed and do not continue to
ride for longer than is necessary with
the indicator light illuminated. Contact
an authorised Triumph dealer as soon
as possible to have the fault checked
and rectified.
Failure to observe and act upon any of
these items may cause a dangerous
riding condition leading to loss of
control and an accident.
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