Fit the brake pad end into the recess [B] of the caliper holder.
Torque - Rear Brake Pad Pin: 17 N·m (1.7 kgf·m, 13 ft·lb) Rear Brake Pad Pin Plug: 2.5 N·m (0.25 kgf·m, 22 in·lb)
| WARNING After servicing, it takes several applications of the brake pedal before the brake pads contact the disc, which could result in increased stopping distance and cause an accident resulting in injury or death. Do not attempt to ride the motorcycle until a firm brake pedal is obtained by pumping the pedal until the pads are against the disc. |
Brake Pad Wear Inspection
Refer to the Brake Pad Wear Inspection in the Periodic Maintenance chapter.
Rear Brake Pad Removal
Master CylinderLubrication
Lubrication is necessary after riding
through rain or on wet roads, or any
time that the chain appears dry.
Use a lubricant for sealed chains to
prevent deterioration of chain seals. If
the chain is especially dirty, clean it
using a cleaner for sealed chains following
the instructions suppli ...
Intake Air Temperature Sensor Removal
NOTICE
Never drop the intake air temperature sensor especially
on a hard surface. Such a shock to the sensor
can damage it.
Remove the fuel tank (see Fuel Tank Removal in the Fuel
System (DFI) chapter).
Disconnect the connector [A] from the intake air temperature
sensor.
Remove the da ...
Compression Damping Force Adjustment
The compression damping force adjusters
for high and low speeds are located
on the gas reservoir at the left
side of the rear shock absorber.
A. High Speed Adjuster
B. Low Speed Adjuster
NOTE
Turning the high speed adjuster has
the low speed adjuster turning. Although
the low speed adju ...