Brake system of motorcycle Honda XRV750 Africa Twin (1989-2003)

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Brakes, wheels and tyres — specifications
Brakes - XL600V-H to L (1987 to 1990) models Brake fluid type — DOT 4 Front caliper bore ID Standard — 30.230 to 30.280 mm Service limit — 30.29 mm Front caliper piston OD Standard — 30.148 to 30.199 mm Service limit — 30.14 mm Front master cylinder...

General information about brake system
All models covered in this manual are fitted with spoked wheels designed for tubed tyres only. All models have hydraulically operated disc brakes on the front. The XL600V-H to T (1987 to 1996) models use a single disc and all other models have twin...

Brake pads and shoes — replacement
Warning: The dust created by the brake system may contain asbestos, which is harmful to your health. Never blow it out with compressed air and don't inhale any of it. An approved filtering mask should be worn when working on the brakes. Do not,...

Brake drum and discs (front and rear) — inspection, removal and installation
Warning: The dust created by the brake system may contain asbestos, which is harmful to your health. Never blow it out with compressed air and don't inhale any of it. An approved filtering mask should be worn when working on the brakes. Do not,...

Front brake caliper(s) — removal, overhaul and installation
Warning: If a caliper indicates the need for an overhaul (usually due to leaking fluid or sticky operation), all old brake fluid should be flushed from the system Also, the dust created by the brake system may contain asbestos, which is harmful to...

Rear brake caliper — removal, overhaul and installation
Warning: If a caliper indicates the need for an overhaul (usually due to leaking fluid or sticky operation), all old brake fluid should be flushed from the system. Also, the dust created by the brake system may contain asbestos, which is harmful to...

Rear brake plate assembly — removal, overhaul and installation (drum brake)
Note: This procedure applies only to XL600V-H to L (1987 to 1990) models. Warning: The dust created by the brake system may contain asbestos, which is harmful to your health. Never blow it out with compressed air and don't inhale any of it. An...

Front brake master cylinder — removal, overhaul and installation
1. If the master cylinder is leaking fluid, or if the lever does not produce a firm feel when the brake is applied, and bleeding the brakes does not help (see Section 10). and the hydraulic hoses and unions are all in good condition, then master...

Rear brake master cylinder — removal, overhaul and installation
1. If the master cylinder is leaking fluid, or if the lever does not produce a firm feel when the brake is applied, and bleeding the brakes does not help (see Section 10), and the hydraulic hoses and unions are all in good condition, then master...

Brake hoses and unions — inspection and replacement
Inspection 1. Brake hose and pipe condition should be checked regularly (see Chapter 1). 2. Twist and flex the rubber hoses while looking for cracks, bulges and seeping fluid (see illustration). Check extra carefully around the areas where the hoses...

Brake system — bleeding and fluid renewal
Bleeding Note: Honda recommend using a commercially available vacuum-type brake bleeding tool (see illustration). If bleeding the system using the conventional method does not work sufficiently well, it is advisable to obtain a bleeder and repeat...

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