HOME sm01715 6. Repeat two previous steps until all air bubbles are purged. NOTE Check fluid lever in master cylinder during process. Do not allow master cylinder to run dry. Refill as necessary. 7. Remove clear plastic tubing and tighten bleeder valve to 9.0-11.0 Nm (80-97 in-lbs ). Install bleeder valve cap. 8. Verify master cylinder fluid level. NOTE If motorcycle is ABS equipped, and either the ABS module or more than one brake line was removed, confirm that brake system is properly connected. To accomplish this, connect motorcycle to DIGITAL TECHNICIAN II (Part No. HD-48650) and perform "ABS Setup" procedure in the "Toolbox" menu. Figure 1-38. Rear Brake Bleeder Valve (typical) 4.
Depress and hold brake lever/pedal to build up hydraulic pressure. 5. Open bleeder valve slowly about 3/4-turn counterclock- wise; brake fluid will flow from bleeder valve and through tubing. When brake lever/pedal has moved its full range of travel, close bleeder valve (clockwise). Allow brake lever/pedal to return slowly to its released position. 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) 9. Test ride motorcycle. Repeat the bleeding procedure if brakes feel spongy. 1-32 2009 VRSC Service: Maintenance