MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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If the lining thickness of any brake pad
is less than that specified in the table,
replace all the brake pads on the wheel.
All Models
Carrier plate thickness 0.12 in (3.0 mm)
Rear brake pad lining
minimum thickness
0.031 in (0.8 mm)
Minimum service
thickness (Brake pad
lining and carrier plate)
0.15 in (3.8 mm)
Disc Brake Fluid
WARNING
Brake fluid is hygroscopic which
means it will absorb moisture from the
air.
Any absorbed moisture will greatly
reduce the boiling point of the brake
fluid causing a reduction in braking
efficiency.
Because of this, always replace brake
fluid in accordance with scheduled
maintenance requirements.
Always use new brake fluid from a
sealed container and never use fluid
from an unsealed container or from
one which has been previously opened.
Do not mix different brands or grades
of brake fluid.
Check for fluid leakage around brake
installed, seals and joints and also
check the brake hoses for splits,
deterioration and damage.
Always rectify any faults before riding.
Failure to follow the advice above
may lead to loss of motorcycle control
which could result in serious injury or
death.
WARNING
If the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
is not functioning, the brake system
will continue to function as a non-
ABS equipped brake system. Reduce
speed and do not continue to ride for
longer than is necessary with the ABS
warning light illuminated.
The fault must be checked and
rectified by a competent person with
the specialist knowledge and technical
understanding of motorcycles, such as
an authorized Triumph dealer.
Braking too hard will cause the wheels
to lock, leading to loss of motorcycle
control which could result in serious
injury or death.
Inspect the level of brake fluid in
both reservoirs and change the brake
fluid in accordance with scheduled
maintenance requirements. Use
Triumph Performance DOT 4 brake fluid
as recommended in the Specification
section. The brake fluid must also be
changed if it becomes, or is suspected
of having become contaminated with
moisture or any other contaminants.
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