Brake System
NOTE
● Chack the master cylinder for scores, scratches or
nicks and replace if necessary.
Master cylinder assembly
CAUTION
● Coat the piston cup with the fresh brake fluid
and install it on the piston. Install the spring with
its larger diameter end toward the master
cylinder.
● Install the primary cup with its concaved side
toward the inner side of the master cylinder.
● Install the snap ring.
TOOL : SNAP RING PLIERS
CAUTION
● Install the rubber boot in the groove properly.
Master cylinder installation
● Install the front master cylinder to the handle bar.
NOTE
If there is any leak of fluid when installing new
piston, it may indicate the side wear of the
cylinder by the direction of the piston contacting
face. In this case, the master cylinder must be
replaced also.
Replace the piston, spring, cups and snap ring as
a set.
Be sure that each part is free from dust or dirt
before reassembly.
When cleaning with the brake fluid, use the
specified brake fluid.
When installing the cups, do not allow the lips to
turn inside out.(Refer to the drawing.)
Note the installing direction of the snap ring.
Be certain that the snap ring is seated firmly in
the groove.
Install the holder with its UP mark facing
upwards, and align the holder joint with the
punch mark on the handle bar.
Tighten the holder upper bolt first.
Master cylinder
Master cylinder Primary cup
Secondary cup
Snap ring
Master cylinder
Spring
Spring Master piston
Primary cup
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Front master cylinder