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MAINTENANCE
Topping up the rear brake
Keep the brake fluid in the tank parallel to the tank rim (in a
horizontal position) to prevent spillage during topping up.
Do not add additives or other substances to the brake fluid.
If a funnel or such is used, make sure that it is perfectly clean.
– Loosen the screws and remove the cap (1).
– Remove the gasket.
– Top up with brake fluid, see (LUBRICANTS), until the level
is between the MIN. reference and the upper part of the
inspection window.
– Replace the gasket and screw the cap back on the tank.
Check braking efficiency and check the braking system
for leaks; in the event of malfunction, consult a FANTIC
MOTOR Dealer.
Check pad wear
Once every 2000 km it is advisable to check the pads for wear; when using the vehicle o road,with mud or sand, check after
every use. The pads have a groove that must always be visible.
Disk brake pad wear depends on use as well as style of driving and road.
For a quick check of pad wear:
– Position the vehicle on the stand.
– Both the front and the rear brake callipers are fitted with two brake pads.
Make a visual inspection between disk and pads, looking:
– upwards toward the “calliper pivot pin” for the front brake callipers;
– downwards at the rear for the rear brake calliper.
Wear that goes beyond the limit of the friction material leads to contact of the pad metal shoe with the disk with consequent
metallic noise and sparks flying from the calliper; braking efficiency, safety and completeness of the disk would thus be
affected. If the groove has disappeared (friction material depth 1.5 mm), replace the pair of pads.
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