Adjusting the rear brake control lever (Aprilia RS125/3)
- Main
- Aprilia
- RS-series
- RS 125 [3]
- Information for owner
- Maintenance
- Adjusting the rear brake contr…
The brake pedal is placed in an ergonomic position during vehicle assembly.
If necessary, the brake pedal height can be adjusted to fit your riding position:
Loosen the check nut (1).
Fully loosen the brake adjuster (2).
Tighten the lock nut (3) on the master cylinder control rod (4).
Tighten the master cylinder control rod (4) and then unscrew it by 3 to 4 turns.
Screw the brake adjuster (2) until the brake pedal (5) is in the desired position.
Lock the brake adjuster (2) with the check nut (1).
Unscrew the master cylinder control rod (4) and make it contact the master cylinder piston.
Screw the rod again so as to obtain a min. clearance of 0.5 to 1 mm between the master cylinder rod (4) and piston.
Brake adjuster and brake end of stroke clearance: 0.5 to 1 mm.
Lock the brake master cylinder rod using the check nut (3).
If necessary, the brake pedal height can be adjusted to fit your riding position:
Loosen the check nut (1).
Fully loosen the brake adjuster (2).
Tighten the lock nut (3) on the master cylinder control rod (4).
Tighten the master cylinder control rod (4) and then unscrew it by 3 to 4 turns.
Screw the brake adjuster (2) until the brake pedal (5) is in the desired position.
Lock the brake adjuster (2) with the check nut (1).
Unscrew the master cylinder control rod (4) and make it contact the master cylinder piston.
Screw the rod again so as to obtain a min. clearance of 0.5 to 1 mm between the master cylinder rod (4) and piston.
Warning! To avoid the early wear of braking parts, make sure that the brake lever has some free play.
Brake adjuster and brake end of stroke clearance: 0.5 to 1 mm.
Lock the brake master cylinder rod using the check nut (3).
Warning! Once you have finished the adjusting operation, make sure that, when the brake lever is released, the wheel can rotate freely.
See this article in russian language
This article has been reviewed: Artemy Kuzmin
Similar articles about motorcycles of other brands
Adjusting the rear disc brake Yamaha FZ1 Fazer (2006-2015)Adjusting the position of the gear change and rear brake… Ducati ST2 (1997-2003)
Exploded view — rear brake master cylinders Triumph Rocket III (2004-2018)
Free play of the brake lever Suzuki DRZ 250 (1996-2007)
Adjusting the brake light switch Honda VTX 1800 C (2001-2008)
Link to this article in different formats
TEXTHTMLBB Code
Comments and feedback from visitors
No comments yet, you will be the first!
- Information for owner
- Introduction to manual
- Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Engine and systems
- Engine repair
- Fuel system
- Cooling and lube system
- Running gear and frame
- Frame and hinged elements
- Front suspension and handlebar
- Rear suspension
- Brake system
- Wheels and tires
- Electric equipment
- Equipment and devices
- Starting and charging system