Drain
| FASTENER | TORQUE VALUE | |
| Brake caliper bleeder screw | 3.9-6.9 Nm | 35-61 in·lbs |
Notice: DOT 4 brake fluid will damage painted and body panel surfaces it comes in contact with. Always use caution and protect surfaces from spills whenever brake work is performed. Failure to comply can result in cosmetic damage.
Front Brake System
1. Drain brake fluid.
- a. Remove cap from bleeder screw.
- b. Install end of a length of 7.9 mm (0.31 in) ID clear plastic tubing over bleeder screw.
- c. Place free end of tubing in a suitable container.
- d. Open bleeder screw one-half turn.
- e. Pump brake lever or pedal repeatedly to drain brake fluid.
- f. Close bleeder screw. Tighten to 3.9-6.9 Nm (35-61 in·lbs).
Rear Brake System
Procedure for draining brake fluid is the same for both the front and the rear brake systems.
Fill and bleed
| PART NUMBER | TOOL NAME |
| SNAP-ON BB200A | BASIC VACUUM BRAKE BLEEDER |
| FASTENER | TORQUE VALUE | |
| Brake caliper bleeder screw | 3.9-6.9 Nm | 35-61 in·lbs |
| Brake master cylinder reservoir cover screw | 2.0-4.0 Nm | 18-35 in·lbs |
If a brake system was drained, use BASIC VACUUM BRAKE BLEEDER (Part No. Snap-on BB200A). If a vacuum brake bleeder is not available, use the following procedure.
Notice: Do not allow dirt or debris to enter the master cylinder reservoir. Dirt or debris in the reservoir can cause improper operation and equipment damage.
Front Brake System
Warning: A plugged or covered relief port can cause brake drag or lock-up, which could lead to loss of control, resulting in death or serious injury.
Warning: Clean filler cap before removing. Use only DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container. Contaminated fluid can adversely affect braking, which could result in death or serious injury.
Notice: Do not allow dirt or debris to enter the master cylinder reservoir. Dirt or debris in the reservoir can cause improper operation and equipment damage.
1. Verify brake system operation.
- a. Verify that the master cylinder is level.
- b. Remove cover from master cylinder reservoir.
Note: Monitor the fluid level in the master cylinder reservoir. Add fluid before it empties to avoid drawing air into the brake lines.
- c. Fill reservoir with DOT 4 BRAKE FLUID until fluid level reaches max fill level.
Note: Verify proper operation of the master cylinder relief port by actuating the brake pedal or lever. Fluid will break the fluid surface in the reservoir if internal components are working properly
- d. Operate the brake lever or pedal to build hydraulic pressure.
2. Bleed front brake system.
- a. Remove bleeder screw cap from caliper.
- b. Install end of clear plastic tubing over bleeder screw.
- c. Place opposite end of clear plastic tubing in a clear container.
- d. Operate the brake lever or pedal to build hydraulic pressure.
- e. Hold pressure with the brake lever or pedal.
- f. Open bleeder screw three-quarters of a turn.
- g. Close bleeder screw as soon as the brake lever or pedal has moved full range of travel.
- h. Allow brake lever or pedal to return slowly to its released position.
- i. Repeat until all air bubbles are purged and a solid column of fluid is observed in the bleeder tube.
- j. Tighten bleeder screw to 3.9-6.9 Nm (35-61 in·lbs).
- k. Fill reservoir with DOT 4 brake fluid.
3. Check master cylinder cover gasket bellows.
- a. Verify that the master cylinder cover gasket bellows is not extended or brake fluid will be ejected from the reservoir.
4. Install master cylinder reservoir cover.
- a. Orient the cover with the vent holes facing the rear of the vehicle.
- b. Install cover screws. Tighten to 2.0-4.0 Nm (18-35 in·lbs).
Warning: Be sure that all lights and switches operate properly before operating motorcycle. Low visibility of rider can result in death or serious injury.
5. Check operation of brake lamp.
After repairing the brake system, test brakes at lowspeed. If brakes are not operating properly, testing at high speeds can cause loss of control, which could result in death or serious injury.
Warning: Be sure that all lights and switches operate properly before operating motorcycle. Low visibility of rider can result in death or serious injury.
After servicing brakes and before moving motorcycle, pump brakes to build brake system pressure. Insufficient pressure can adversely affect brake performance, which could result in death or serious injury.
6. Test ride motorcycle. Repeat the bleeding procedure if brakes feel spongy.
Rear Brake System
Procedure for bleeding brakes is the same for both the front and the rear brake systems.