Service Manual (KLZ1000C) — page 73 of 762
Periodic Maintenance › Brake Light Switch Operation Inspection
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 2-51
Periodic Maintenance Procedures
• Check the lining thickness [A] of the pads in each caliper.
If the lining thickness of either pad is less than the service
limit [B], replace both pads in the caliper as a set.
Front Brake Pad [C]
Rear Brake Pad [D]
Pad Lining Thickness
Standard:
Front 4 mm (0.16 in.)
Rear 5 mm (0.20 in.)
Service Limit: 1 mm (0.04 in.)
Brake Light Switch Operation Inspection
• Turn the ignition switch on.
• Confirm the brake light (LED) [A] should go on when
the brake lever is applied or after the brake pedal is
depressed about 10 mm (0.39 in.).
If it does not, adjust the brake light switch.
• Remove:
Front Footpeg Bracket Bolts [A] and Washers
• Pull the right footpeg bracket [B] outward.
NOTICE
Do not pull the right footpeg bracket out too much.
The brake pipe may be damaged.
• While holding the switch body, turn the adjusting nut to
adjust the switch.
Switch Body [A]
Adjusting Nut [B]
Light sooner as the body rises [C]
Light later as the body lowers [D]
NOTICE
To avoid damaging the electrical connections in-
side the switch, be sure that the switch body does
not turn during adjustment.
• Tighten:
Torque - Front Footpeg Bracket Bolts: 25 N·m (2.5 kgf·m,
18 ft·lb)