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DISASSEMBLY
CAUTION Make sure that the vehicle is stable.
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REASSEMBLY
CAUTION Proceed with care, in order not to damage the brake pads.
u Rotate the wheel manually until bringing
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FRONT BRAKE CALLIPER Carefully read page (MAINTENANCE).
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WARNING A dirty disc will soil the pads, leading to loss of braking efficiency. Dirty pads must be replaced, while dirty discs must be cleaned with a high-quality degreaser.
CAUTION When disassembling and reassembling, be careful not to damage the brake hoses, the discs and the pads.
the space between two wheel spokes before the brake calliper. u Have someone keep the handlebar steady in a position as for riding, so that the steering is locked.
u Position the brake calliper (2) to the disc
Brake calliper screws (1) tightening torque: 50 Nm (5 kgm).
On assembly, replace both calliper retaining screws (1) with new ones of the same type.
u Unscrew and remove the two brake
calliper screws (1).
CAUTION Do not operate the brake lever after removing the calliper, otherwise the pistons may slip out of their seats, leading to brake fluid leakage. Should this happen, contact your Moto Guzzi Authorised Dealer, who will rectify the problem.
so that the calliper mounting holes match the support holes.
WARNING
u Screw and tighten the two calliper
retaining screws (1). Brake calliper screws tightening torque: 50 Nm (5 kgm).
CAUTION After reassembly, operate the brake lever repeatedly and check the braking system for proper operation.
u Withdraw the brake calliper (2) from the
disc, leaving it attached to the hose (3).
NOTE To remove the front brake callipers, the vehicle must be kept upright and safely supported, with the front wheel raised off the ground.
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