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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
to the wheel. A deformed or cracked
wheel must be replaced.
• The wheel should be balanced whe-
never either the tire or wheel has
been changed or replaced. An un-
balanced wheel can result in poor
performance, adverse handling cha-
racteristics, and a shortened tire life.
• Ride at moderate speeds after chan-
ging a tire since the tire surface must
its optimal characteristics.
ADJUSTING THE BRAKE LEVER
FREE PLAY
Front brake
CAUTION
There should be no free play at the bra-
ke lever end. If there is free play, have
a dealer inspect the brake system.
in the hydraulic system. If there is air
in the hydraulic system, have a dealer
bleed the system before operating the
motorcycle. Air in the hydraulic system
will diminish the braking performance,
which may result in loss of control and
an accident.
Rear brake
CAUTION
Unlike the front brake lever needs to
have the rear brake a game of about
10 mm. The rear brake is actuated
cable. If there is no play, it may be that
the brake linings drag permanently in
the brake drum.
!
WARNING
A soft or spongy feeling in the brake
lever can indicate the presence of air
Periodically check the brake lever free
-
lows.
To increase the brake lever free play,
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