HOME A plugged or covered relief port can cause brake drag or lock-up, which could lead to loss of control, resulting in death or serious injury. (00288a) After repairing the brake system, test brakes at low speed. If brakes are not operating properly, testing at high speeds can cause loss of control, which could result in death or serious injury. (00289a) 7. Verify proper operation of the master cylinder relief port. Actuate the brake lever with the cover removed. A slight spurt of fluid will break the surface if all internal compon- ents are working properly. 9. Test brake system. a. Turn ignition switch ON. Pump brake hand lever to verify operation of the brake lamp. 8.
Push diaphragm back in if extended and install gasket and cover on reservoir. Tighten to 0.8-1.2 Nm (7-11 in-lbs ). b. Test ride motorcycle. If brakes feel spongy, bleed the system again. See 1.12 BLEEDING BRAKES . NOTE Avoid making hard stops for the first 160 km (100 miles). This allows the new pads to become conditioned to the brake discs. 2-40 2009 VRSC Service: Chassis