Yamaha YZF-R1B 2012 Service Manual

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REAR BRAKE4-55WARNINGEWA13090• Use only the designated brake fluid.Other brake fluids may cause the rubberseals to deteriorate, causing leakage andpoor brake performance.• Refill with the same type of brake fluidthat is already in the system. Mixing brakefluids may result in a harmful chemicalreaction, leading to poor brake perfor-mance.• When refilling, be careful that water doesnot enter the brake fluid reservoir. Waterwill significantly lower the boiling point ofthe brake fluid and could cause vaporlock.ECA13540Brake fluid may damage painted surfacesand plastic parts. Therefore, always cleanup any spilt brake fluid immediately.3. Bleed:• Brake systemRefer to “BLEEDING THE HYDRAULICBRAKE SYSTEM” on page 3-17.4. Check:• Brake fluid levelBelow the minimum level mark “a” → Addthe recommended brake fluid to theproper level.Refer to “CHECKING THE BRAKEFLUID LEVEL” on page 3-15.5. Check:• Brake pedal operationSoft or spongy feeling → Bleed the brakesystem.Refer to “BLEEDING THE HYDRAULICBRAKE SYSTEM” on page 3-17.6. Adjust:• Brake pedal positionRefer to “ADJUSTING THE REAR DISCBRAKE” on page 3-16.7. Adjust:• Rear brake light operation timingRefer to “ADJUSTING THE REARBRAKE LIGHT SWITCH” on page 3-33.Recommended fluidDOT 4Brake pedal position (from thetop of the brake pedal to thecenter of the bolt mount on therider footrest bracket)12–21 mm (0.47–0.83 in)Manuals by Motomatrix / www.motomatrix.co.uk / The Solution For Lost Motorcycle Coded Keysemail: info@motomatrix.co.uk