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CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE
45
GB
REAR BRAKE
CHECK THE LEVEL OF THE REAR
BRAKE FLUID
Check the level of the brake fl uid through
sight A. The level of the fl uid should never
fall below the mark in the sight.
RESTORING THE LEVEL OF THE
REAR BRAKE FLUID
To restore the level of the brake fl uid, loosen
the two screws 1, lift cap 2 and add brake
fl uid until its level is 5 mm below the upper
rim of the reservoir.
Use the liquid indicated on page 18 in
the “Recommended lubricants and liquids”
table.
WARNING
The fl uid is extremely corrosive. Take care
not to spill it on the paintwork.
BLEEDING THE REAR BRAKE
To bleed air from the rear brake circuit,
proceed as follows:
• Remove the rubber cap 1 from the valve
2.
• Open the sump cap.
• Insert one end of a transparent tube into
a container.
• Pump with the brake lever 2/3 times
and keep the lever pressed.
• Unscrew the valve and let the oil drain.
•
If are still visible in the tube repeat above
operation until obtaining a continuous
outfl ow of oil within no air bubbles.
•
Close the valve and release the lever.
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