Rear Brake Caliper - Assembly
Warning Brakes - Mineral based grease
warning
Never use mineral-based grease (such as lithium or copper based grease) in any area where contact with the braking system hydraulic seals and dust seals is possible. Mineral-based grease will damage the hydraulic seals and dust seals in the calipers and master cylinders.Damage caused by contact with mineral-based grease may reduce braking efficiency resulting in loss of motorcycle control and an accident.
Warning - Brakes - caliper bores - Scratched
warning
Ensure that the caliper bores do not become scratched during piston removal and assembly. Ensure that the pistons remain square to their bores during fitment otherwise damage to the caliper could result. Loss of motorcycle control and an accident could result if this warning is ignored.
Warning - Brakes - Clean and lubricate internal brake components with DOT 4 fluid
warning
Before installation, all internal brake components should be cleaned and lubricated with clean new DOT 4 brake fluid.Never use solvents, petrol (gasoline), engine oil, or any other petroleum distillate on internal brake components as this will cause deterioration of the hydraulic seals in the calipers and master cylinders.A dangerous riding condition leading to loss of motorcycle control and an accident could result if this warning is ignored.
- Fit new seals to the caliper. Apply brake fluid to the outside of the caliper piston and fluid seal.
Caliper
Piston seal
Dust seal
Piston
- Carefully push the piston into the caliper by hand.
- If removed, install the anti-rattle spring into the caliper carrier.
- Assemble the caliper onto the carrier. Tighten the rear bolt to 22 Nm and the front bolt to 29 Nm.
warning
Ensure that the piston does not tip during assembly as this could damage the caliper.A dangerous riding condition leading to loss of motorcycle control and an accident could result if this warning is ignored.
Perform the following operations
Perform the following operations: