Do not attempt to maintain brake fluid pressure by securing the brake lever to the
handlebar or the brake pedal using a band or strap. Banding or strapping the brake
lever or pedal may deform the piston seals in the caliper.
Lever or pedal travel that is increased or reduced may a cause a reduction in braking
efficiency leading to loss of motorcycle control and an accident.
To prevent paint damage, do not spill brake fluid onto any area of the bodywork.
Close the brake reservoir and wash any spilled brake fluid immediately with warm
soapy water.
Spilled brake fluid, if left, will damage painted and plastic surfaces.
Pressure applied to the brake lever or caliper pistons during the bleeding process must
be applied and removed smoothly and slowly.
It must take a minimum of five seconds between lever positions (from fully released to
stop).
Failure to follow these instructions can allow air to be drawn in to the system through
the bleed screw threads.
An additional technician is required to monitor the fluid level and operate the brake
lever or pedal when bleeding the brakes.
The bleed screws should only be opened by a small angle, just enough to allow system
pressure to drop. When pulling the brake lever or pushing the caliper pistons in, some
resistance should be felt indicating that the screw is not opened too much.
The following table indicates the procedure to follow when carrying out repairs or
replacement of the following brake components.
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