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Disk brakes
The brakes are a fundamental part for vehicle safety. Always keep them fully efficient. Check them for wear prior to setting
off on any journey.
A decrease in braking power could be caused by water depositing on the disks and on the brake pads and it is therefore
recommended that the vehicle be dried thoroughly after washing. If travelling on wet roads, proceed with caution and
continuously try out the brakes.
Also the salt used to melt snow and ice causes a decrease in the efficiency of the braking system, as does grease, oil and
brake fluid; in this case it is best to change the pads.
Whenever the pads are changed, take care for he first 200 km when braking, as the pads do not immediately adhere
perfectly to the disk.
During this period it is preferable to brake early and to apply the brake lever more forcefully, while avoiding abrupt and
prolonged braking so as not to burn the pads and disks. Do not use the vehicle if brake fluid is detected leaking from the
braking system.
The vehicle is fitted with disk brakes both at the front and the rear, with separate hydraulic circuits.
Over a period of time the hydraulic system can cause variations in the play of the brake levers or an elastic resistance.
If you are unable to carry out the necessary controls or doubt the safety of the vehicle, contact a FANTIC MOTOR Dealer.
Also check that the braking system pipes are not twisted, worn or present cracks, cuts or slits.
Take care that water or dust do not accidentally enter the hydraulic system. As the pads become worn the level of fluid
inside the tanks decreases to automatically compensate the wear.