Operation Manual

12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 73
12.42 Checking the rubber grip
401197-01
– Check the rubber grips on the handlebar for damage, wear, and looseness.
Info
The rubber grips are vulcanized onto a sleeve on the left and onto the han-
dle tube of the throttle grip on the right. The left sleeve is clamped onto the
handlebar.
The rubber grip can only be replaced with the sleeve or the throttle tube.
» If a rubber grip is damaged or worn:
– Change the rubber grip.
K00547-10
–
Check that screw

is firmly seated.
Guideline
Screw, fixed grip M4 5 Nm
(3.7 lbf ft)
Loctite
®
243™
Diamond

must be located at the top.
12.43 Adjusting the basic position of the clutch lever
V00322-11
– Adjust the basic position of the clutch lever to your hand size by turning adjusting
screw

.
Info
Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to decrease the distance between
the clutch lever and the handlebar.
Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to increase the distance between the
clutch lever and the handlebar.
The range of adjustment is limited.
Turn the adjusting screw by hand only, and do not apply any force.
Do not make any adjustments while riding.
12.44 Checking/correcting the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch
Warning
Skin irritation Brake fluid causes skin irritation.
– Keep brake fluid out of the reach of children.
– Wear suitable protective clothing and safety glasses.
– Do not allow brake fluid to come into contact with the skin, the eyes or clothing.
– Consult a doctor immediately if brake fluid has been swallowed.
– Rinse the affected area with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin.
– Rinse eyes thoroughly with water immediately and consult a doctor if brake fluid comes into contact with the eyes.
– If brake fluid spills on to your clothing, change the clothing.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with the applicable regu-
lations.
Info
The fluid level rises with increasing wear of the clutch facing discs.
Never use DOT 5 brake fluid. It is silicone-based and purple in color. Oil seals and clutch lines are not designed for DOT 5
brake fluid.
Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid attacks paint.
Only use clean brake fluid from a sealed container.