NOTE
The procedure to change the front brake fluid is as follows.
Changing the rear brake fluid is the same as for the front brake.
Level the brake fluid reservoir.
Repeat this operation until fresh brake fluid comes out from the plastic hose or the color of the fluid changes.
1. Open the bleed valve [A].
2. Apply the brake and hold it [B].
3. Close the bleed valve [C].
4. Release the brake [D].
NOTE
Remove the clear plastic hose.
Install the diaphragm and reservoir cap.
Follow the procedure below to install the front/rear brake fluid reservoir cap correctly.
Torque - Front Brake Reservoir Cap Stopper Screw: 1.2 N·m (0.12 kgf·m, 11 in·lb)
Torque - Bleed Valves: 7.8 N·m (0.80 kgf·m, 69 in·lb)
If necessary, bleed the air from the lines.
Bolts, Nuts and Fasteners Tightness Inspection
Check the tightness of the bolts and nuts listed here. Also,
check to see that each cotter pin is in place and in good
condition.
NOTE
For the engine fasteners, check the tightness of them
when the engine is cold (at room temperature).
If there are loose fasteners, retighten them to ...
Vehicle-down Sensor Installation
Be sure to install the rubber dampers [A] and collars [B]
on the bracket.
The UP mark [A] of the sensor should face upward.
WARNINGIncorrect installation of the vehicle-down
sensor
could cause sudden loss of engine power. The
rider could lose balance during certain ...
Air Cleaner Housing Removal
Remove the fuel tank (see Fuel Tank Removal).
Disconnect the secondary fuel hose [A] from the delivery
pipe of the nozzle assy [B] (see Fuel Hose Replacement
in the Periodic Maintenance chapter).
Disconnect the secondary fuel injector connectors [C].
Free the lead from the grooves [D].
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