Refitting the brake discs
Before refitting the brake disc to the wheel, clean all contact surfaces thoroughly and apply threadlocker to the threads of retaining screws (14).
Screw the six retaining screws (14) of front brake disc (13) into the front wheel in this sequence: 1-3-5-2-4-6.
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Tighten the screws to the specified torque (Frame torque settings).
Refit the wheel to the motorcycle (Refitting the front wheel).
When refitting the brake system, take care to position correctly the end fittings on the hose (8) connecting the master cylinder and caliper.
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Warning! If incorrectly positioned, the hose can affect brake operation and foul moving parts. Position the hose as shown in the figure.
When reconnecting the brake hose to the caliper or master cylinder, make sure to install the sealing washers (4) either side of the hose end fitting.
After positioning the fitting correctly, tighten the banjo bolt (6) to the specified torque (Frame torque settings).
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Reconnect the hoses (8) and (15) to the front brake calipers (3) and (101) and tighten the bolts (17) to their specified torque (Frame torque settings).
Note: Make sure that internal hose fitting (8) and external hose fitting (15) are installed to the RH brake caliper (10).
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Fit the RH caliper (10) over the disc.
Apply the recommended grease to the screws (2).
Fit the screws (2) and hand tighten to fix the calipers to the fork legs then pre-tighten to the specified torque (Frame torque settings).
Repeat the operation for the LH brake caliper (3).
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Operate the front brake lever two or three times until the circuit is pressurized and force the pads against the brake disc.
Hold the lever pulled in towards the grip and tighten the caliper screws (2) to the specified torque (Frame torque settings).
Insert the front brake hose (15) in the retaining clip (22) located on the front mudguard and hose (8) in the bracket (12).
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Operation | Section reference |
Filling the braking system | Filling the brake system with fluid |