Kawasaki WORKHORSE 250 (2003) [221/322] Front brake drum inside diameter

BRAKES 12-13

Brake Maintenance

Brake Drum Wear

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Measure the inside diameter [A] of the drum at several

points.

Front Brake Drum Inside Diameter

Standard: 140.000 ∼ 140.160 mm (5.512 ∼ 5.518 in.)

Service Limit: 140.75 mm (5.541 in.)

Rear Brake Drum Inside Diameter

Standard:

160.000 ∼ 160.160 mm (6.299 ∼ 6. 305

in.)

Service Limit: 160.65 mm (6.325 in.)

If any measurement is greater than the service limit, re-

place the drum.

If the drum is worn unevenly or scored, lightly turn the

drum on a brake drum lather or replace it. Do not turn the

drum beyond the service limit.

BrakeShoeLiningWear

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Measure the lining thickness at several points; as shown.

Brake Shoe Lining Thickness (Front and Rear)

Standard: 4.0 mm (0.16 in.)

Service Limit: 2.0 mm (0.08 in.)

If any measurement is less than the service limit, replace

both shoes as a set.

If the lining thickness is greater than the service limit, do

the following before installing the shoes.

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File or sand down any high spots on the surface of the

lining.

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Use a wire brush to remove any foreign particles from the

lining.

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Wash off any oil or grease with an oilless solvent.

CAUTION

Do not use a solvent which will leave an oily residue

or the shoes will have to be replaced.