Removal
1. Raise the front wheel using a hoist.
2. Unscrew the mounting bolts (2) and remove the brake caliper assembly (1).
(1) Brake caliper assembly; (2) Fastening bolts
To avoid damaging the brake hose, hang the brake caliper so that it does not hang on the brake hose. Do not twist the brake hose.
Do not allow grease, oil or dirt to come into contact with the brake disc or brake pads. Any contamination can cause poor braking performance and accelerate brake pad wear after assembly.
Do not press the brake lever with the brake caliper removed. The caliper piston will be forced out of the cylinder, causing brake fluid to leak out. If this happens, the brake system will have to be repaired. Contact your authorized Honda dealer to perform this operation.
(3) Locking screws; (4) Axial screw
3. Loosen the right and left locking screws (3) and remove the axial screw (4).
4. Remove the front axle (5) and a wheel.
(5) Front axle
Installation
1. Place the front wheel between the fork legs and insert the axle from the left side through the left fork leg and the wheel hub.
Align the mark line (1) front axle with recessed surface (2) fork feather
3. Tighten the locking screws on the left front fork to a tightening torque of 22 Nm.
4. Tighten the axle screw to a tightening torque of: 90 Nm.
5. Install the brake caliper onto the front fork. To avoid damaging the brake pads, be careful when installing the brake caliper and inserting the brake disc between the brake pads.
6. Install the caliper mounting screws and tighten them to a tightening torque of 30 Nm.
7. Apply the front brake lever and rock the front fork several times. Release the brake lever and check how freely the wheel rotates. If the wheel does not rotate freely or the brake pads rub against the disc, troubleshoot.
8. Tighten the pinch bolts on the right fork leg to a tightening torque of 22 Nm.
(1) Line - label; (2) Recessed surface
9. After installing the wheel, press the brake lever several times, and then recheck the clearance between both discs and brake caliper housings (not brake pads). Do not operate a motorcycle with an incorrectly set clearance. Release the brake lever and pedal and check how freely the wheel rotates.
- If the wheel does not rotate freely or the brake pads rub against the disc, troubleshoot.
- Before driving, make sure the brake system is working properly.
- After installing the wheel, press the brake lever and brake pedal several times until you feel pressure. Resistance should be felt from both the lever and the pedal, since this motorcycle is equipped with a dual combination braking system.
If a torque wrench was not used during assembly, have your Honda dealer check for proper assembly as soon as possible. Incorrect assembly may result in loss of braking properties.