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Brakes
Breaking in New Brake Pads and Discs
Warning
Brake pads must always be replaced
as a wheel set. At the front, where two
calipers are installed on the same
wheel, replace all the brake pads in
both calipers.
Replacing individual pads will reduce
braking efficiency and may cause an
accident.
After replacement brake pads have
been installed, ride with extreme
caution until the new pads have
'broken in'.
New brake discs and pads require a
period of careful breaking-in that will
optimize the performance and longevity
of the discs and pads. The
recommended distance for breaking-in
new pads and discs is 200 miles
(300km).
During this period, avoid extreme
braking, ride with caution and allow for
greater braking distances.
Front Brake Wear Inspection
Warning
If installing new proprietary brand
brake pads, check that the brake
backing plate of the brake pad is the
specified thickness shown in the table.
Installing brake pads with the brake
backing plate less than the specified
thickness may result in brake failure
due to the possible loss of the brake
pad as it wears.
Brake pads must be inspected in
accordance with scheduled
requirements and replaced if worn to, or
beyond the minimum service thickness.
1. Carrier plate
2. Brake pad
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