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FRONT BRAKE CALLIPER
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FRONT BRAKE CALLIPER
Carefully read page 57 (MAINTENANCE).
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.
NOTE To remove the front brake callipers, the vehicle must be kept upright and safely supported, with the front wheel raised off the ground.
CAUTION
Make sure that the vehicle is stable.
u Rotate the wheel manually until bringing 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.
Brake calliper screws (1) tightening torque: 50 Nm (5 kgm).
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.
u Withdraw the brake calliper (2) from the disc, leaving it attached to the hose (3).
CAUTION
Proceed with care, in order not to damage the brake pads.
u Position the brake calliper (2) to the disc so that the calliper mounting holes match the support holes.
WARNING
On assembly, replace both calliper retaining screws (1) with new ones of the same type.
u Screw and tighten the two calliper retaining screws (1).
