Removing the rear brake calliper
Warning
The brake master cylinder manufacturer advises against servicing the brake master cylinder due to the safety critical nature of this component. Incorrect overhaul can endanger rider and passenger safety. Maintenance operations on these units are limited to replacement of the following parts: control lever, fluid reservoir assembly and relative fasteners and master cylinder fasteners.
Drain the rear braking system (Changing the rear brake system fluid).
For the front ABS brake system, please also refer to Section "ABS system operation information " and chapters "System components" and "ABS component maintenance".
Undo and remove the special screw (1) securing the hose (2) to the rear brake calliper and the corresponding seals (3).
Remove the hose (2).
Undo the two fastening screws (4) securing the rear brake calliper (5) to the calliper holder bracket, and remove the brake calliper (5).
If it is necessary to remove the calliper holder bracket (A), refer to Section "Removing the rear wheel eccentric hub and the rear wheel shaft".
To replace the brake pads follow instructions in the paragraph “Checking brake pad wear and replacing rear brake pads”.
To remove the speed sensor (6), undo the fastening screw (7) paying attention to the spacer defining the airgap (8).
Only the following parts should be replaced:
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calliper: pads, fasteners and bleed valve assembly;
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master cylinder: control pedal, bleed valve assembly, reservoir and relevant components.