NOTE
Hold the reservoir horizontal by turning the handlebar when checking brake fluid level.
If the fluid level is lower than the lower level line, fill the reservoir to the upper level line [C].
Remove the stopper [D].
If the fluid level is lower than the lower level line, fill the reservoir to the upper level line [C].
WARNING Mixing brands and types of brake fluid can reduce the brake system’s effectiveness and cause an accident resulting in injury or death. Do not mix two brands of brake fluid. Change the brake fluid in the brake line completely if the brake fluid must be refilled but the type and brand of the brake fluid that is already in the reservoir are unidentified. |
Recommended Disc Brake Fluid
Grade: DOT4
First, tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap [B] clockwise [C] by hand until slight resistance is felt indicating that the cap is seated on the reservoir body, then tighten the cap an additional 1/6 turn [D] while holding the brake fluid reservoir body [A].
Torque - Front Brake Reservoir Stopper Screw: 1.2 N·m (0.12 kgf·m, 11 in·lb)
Special Tools and Sealant
Compression Gauge, 20 kgf/cm²:
57001-221
Valve Spring Compressor Assembly:
57001-241
Valve Spring Compressor Adapter,
25:
57001-1019
Valve Seat Cutter, 45° - 27.5:
57001-1114
Valve Seat Cutter, 45° - 32:
57001-1115
Valve Seat Cutter, 32° - 28:
57001-1119
Valve Seat Cutter ...
Brake Hose and Pipe Damage and Installation Condition Inspection
Inspect the brake hoses, pipes and fittings for deterioration,
cracks and signs of leakage.
The high pressure inside the brake line can cause fluid to
leak [A] or the hose to burst if the line is not properly maintained.
Bend and twist the rubber hose while examining
it.
Replace the ...
Balancer Adjustment
Remove the left lower fairing (see Lower Fairing Removal
in the Frame chapter).
Start the engine and warm it up thoroughly.
Adjust the balancer gear backlash with the engine idling.
The amount of backlash can be changed by turning the
balancer shaft which has eccentric journals.
St ...