Yamaha YZF-R1 (2006) [170/426] Rear brake

REAR BRAKE

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• When refilling, be careful that water does

not enter the brake fluid reservoir. Water

will significantly lower the boiling point of

the brake fluid and could cause vapor

lock.

CAUTION:

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Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces

and plastic parts. Therefore, always clean

up any spilt brake fluid immediately.

3. Bleed:

• Brake system

Refer to "BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC

BRAKE SYSTEM" on page 3-25.

4. Check:

• Brake fluid level

Below the minimum level mark “a” → Add

the recommended brake fluid to the proper

level.

Refer to "CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID

LEVEL" on page 3-23.

5. Adjust:

• Brake pedal position

Refer to "ADJUSTING THE REAR DISC

BRAKE" on page 3-22.

6. Adjust:

• Rear brake light operation timing

Refer to "ADJUSTING THE REAR BRAKE

LIGHT SWITCH" on page 3-25.