Note: The volume of the brake fluid (MIN/MAX) is sufficient for lining thicknesses from new to the wear limit.
It is not normally necessary to top up the fluid to accommodate lining wear.
If the level drops below the MIN mark, this indicates some other fault.
Front brake
Place the motorcycle on its centre stand.
Turn the handlebars to the right.
Check that the front wheel is on the ground.
Required level with new brake pads:
- (Initial fill quantity) Make sure that no bubbles are visible in the sight glass
Handlebar centred.
Check that the front wheel is on the ground.
Minimum fluid level. Brake pads worn: not less than — half way up sight glass.
Brake fluid grade — DOT 4
Rear brake
The motorcycle must be upright.
Required level
- Brake pads new: MAX
- Brake pads worn: not less than MIN
Brake fluid grade — DOT4