FRONT BRAKE
4-39
IP
To collect any remaining brake fluid, place a
container under the master cylinder and the end
of the brake hose.
EAS22500
CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE MASTER
CYLINDER
1. Check:
• Brake master cylinder
Damage/scratches/wear → Replace.
• Brake fluid delivery passages
(brake master cylinder body)
Obstruction → Blow out with compressed air.
2. Check:
• Brake master cylinder kit
Damage/scratches/wear → Replace.
3. Check:
• Brake master cylinder reservoir
Cracks/damage → Replace.
• Brake master cylinder reservoir diaphragm
Damage/wear → Replace.
4. Check:
• Brake hose
Cracks/damage/wear → Replace.
EAS22520
ASSEMBLING THE FRONT BRAKE MASTER
CYLINDER
WARNING
EWA13520
• Before installation, all internal brake com-
ponents should be cleaned and lubricated
with clean or new brake fluid.
• Never use solvents on internal brake com-
ponents.
EAS22530
INSTALLING THE FRONT BRAKE MASTER
CYLINDER
1. Install:
• Brake master cylinder “1”
• Brake master cylinder holder “2”
IP
• Align the mating surfaces of the brake master
cylinder holder with the punch mark “a” on the
handlebar.
• First, tighten the upper bolt, then the lower bolt.
2. Install:
• Brake hose gaskets
• Brake hose (front brake master cylinder to
hydraulic unit) “1”
• Brake hose union bolt “2”
WARNING
EWA13530
Proper brake hose routing is essential to in-
sure safe vehicle operation. Refer to “CABLE
ROUTING” on page 2-47.
IP
• Install the brake hose at 40–50° angle “a” to the
front brake master cylinder as shown in the il-
lustration.
• While holding the brake hose, tighten the union
bolt.
• Turn the handlebar to the left and right to make
sure the brake hose does not touch other parts
(e.g., wire harness, cables, leads). Correct if
necessary.
Recommended fluid
DOT 4
2
3
1
T
R
.
.
Brake master cylinder holder bolt
14 Nm (1.4 m·kgf, 10 ft·lbf)
T
R
.
.
Brake hose union bolt (front
brake master cylinder)
30 Nm (3.0 m·kgf, 22 ft·lbf)
1
a
2
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