Rear brake pad removal
Remove the rear caliper with the hose installed (see Rear caliper removal).
Remove:
- Snap Pin [A]
- Pad Pin [B]
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Remove the jaw side pad [A], and then remove the piston side pad [B].
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Jaw [C]
Rear brake pad installation
Before installation, clean the pads with a high-flash point solvent.
Push the caliper pistons [A] in by hand as far as they will go.
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Be sure to install the snap pin for the caliper.
Warning!
- Do not attempt to ride the motorcycle until a full pedal is obtained by pumping the brake lever or pedal until the pads are against the disc.
- The brakes will not function on the first application of the lever or pedal if this is not done.
Brake pad wear inspection
Refer to the Brake pad wear inspection in the Periodic Maintenance chapter.