Cannondale S440 - Manual (Page 18)

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2003 Motorcycle OM.fm
WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death.
FRONT BRAKE LEVER
The front brake lever is located on the right han-
dlebar. Pull it against the grip to apply the front
brakes.
Always make sure the brakes (front and rear) on
your vehicle operate properly before riding.
Measure the freeplay before you ride. Adjust the
freeplay if it is out of specification.
The position of the brake lever on the handlebar can
be adjusted so that control is comfortably positioned
to the operator’s preference.
Adjusting the front brake lever freeplay
Freeplay is the free travel distance required before
hydraulic pressure forces the brake pads to press
against the brake discs. The minimum freeplay is
required so that the lever can move as the rider
shifts hand position without resulting in pressure (as
detected in resistance in the lever) causing the brake
pads to press against the brake discs prematurely.
To measure the freeplay, roll the vehicle back and
forthwhile squeezing the lever lightly to detect the
fluid pressure point. The pressure point is indicated
when the brake pads start to press against the brake
disc applying braking force. Measure the distance
the lever moved at the end of the lever.
CAUTION :
Make sure the minimum freeplay of .12 in (3
mm) is available. Incorrect freeplay can result
in unintended pressure application in brake
system. The brake system can over overheat
damaging the pads or discs.
1. To adjust, loosen the the locknut.
2. Turning the adjustment screw.
3. Tighten the locknut to 4.3 lbf•ft (5.8 N•m).
Front brake lever freeplay:
0.12 - 0.8 in (3 - 20 mm)
1. Front brake lever
2. Freeplay
(a)
(1)
1. Locknut
2. Adjuster
a. Decrease freeplay
b. Increase freeplay
(b) (a)
(2)
(1)
(3)
0.12 - 0.8 in
(3 - 20 mm)