4 - 37CHASFRONT AND REAR BRAKESINSTALLING THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPER1.Install: Brake caliper assembly Brake caliper mounting bolts 1 Brake hose 2 Copper washers 3 Union bolt 4CAUTION:When installing the brake hose on thebrake caliper, make sure that the brakepipe touches the projection a on the brakecaliper.WARNINGProper brake hose routing is essential toinsure safe motorcycle operation. Refer to“CABLE ROUTING”.2.Fill: Brake reservoirCAUTION:Brake fluid may damage painted surfacesor plastic parts. Always clean up spilledbrake fluid immediately.WARNING Use only the designated quality brakefluid: Other brake fluids may deterioratethe rubber seals, causing leakage andpoor brake performance. Refill with the same type of brake fluid:Mixing brake fluids may result in a harm-ful chemical reaction and lead to poorbrake performance. Be careful that water does not enter themaster cylinder when refilling. Water willsignificantly lower the boiling point of thebrake fluid and may result in vapor lock.3.Air bleed Brake systemRefer to “BLEEDING THE HYDRAULICBRAKE SYSTEM” in CHAPTER 3.Recommended brake fluid:DOT 4T R..28 Nm (2.8 m • kg, 20 ft • lb)NewT R..27 Nm (2.7 m • kg, 19 ft • lb)