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4-29
a
FRONT AND REAR BRAKES
CHAS
WARNING
10 Nm (1.0 m
S
kg)
WARNING
30 Nm (3.0 m
S
kg)
CAUTION:
WARNING
NOTE:
EAS00598
ASSEMBLING AND INSTALLING THE
FRONT BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER
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.
Recommended brake fluid
DOT 4
1. Install:
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master cylinder kit
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circlip
New
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brake master cylinder
1
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brake master cylinder holder bolts
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Install the brake master cylinder holder
with the “UP” mark facing up.
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Align the end of the brake master cylinder
holder with the punch mark
a
on the han-
dlebar.
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First, tighten the upper bolt, then the lower
bolt.
2. Install:
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copper washers
1
New
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brake hose
2
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union bolt
3
When installing the brake hose onto the
brake master cylinder, make sure that the
brake pipe touches the projection
a
on the
brake master cylinder.
Proper brake hose routing is essential to in-
sure safe motorcycle operation. Refer to
“CABLE ROUTING”.
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While holding the brake hose, tighten the
union bolt as shown.
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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.