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Brake Wear Inspection
In accordance with the Scheduled Maintenance chart, inspect the brake pads for wear.
The minimum thickness of lining material for any front or rear brake pad is 1.5 mm. If
any pad has worn to the bottom of the groove in the pad centre, replace all the brake
pads on that wheel.
1. Brake pads
2. Minimum thickness line
Do not replace individual brake pads; replace both pads in the brake caliper. On the
front where two calipers are mounted on the same wheel, all the pads in both calipers
must be replaced simultaneously. Replacing individual pads will reduce braking
efficiency and may cause loss of motorcycle control and an accident.
Breaking-in New Brake Pads and Discs
After replacement brake discs and/or pads have been fitted to the motorcycle, we
recommend a period of careful breaking-in that will optimise the performance and
longevity of the discs and pads. The recommended distance for breaking in new pads
and discs is 200 miles (300 km).
After fitting new brake discs and/or pads avoid extreme braking, ride with caution and
allow for greater braking distances during the breaking-in period.
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