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ADJUSTING THROTTLE/BRAKE LINKAGE
The DUCATI 999R GP motorbike is equipped with a rear disc brake that bolts on between the rear
wheel and the rear swing arm. The rear brake system is preset at the factory. As the brake material
wears, you may need to replace the brake pad (see spares list) and future adjustments may be
necessary.
a. To set the throttle/brake linkage, first the radio should be on and set to neutral; thus, the servo is
at neutral position.
b. With the servo at neutral, adjust the tension of the brake wire to a point where the brake lever
almost engages the brake system.
c. With the servo at neutral, loosen the throttle lever collars with a 1.5mm hex wrench. Then,
manually close the carburetor, and set the collar (next to the spring) with the spring slightly
compressed. Then, set the other collar next to the linkage pivot.
Replacing the rear brake pads
d. If the brake pads are worn or damaged and need replacing, loosen the two bolts on the rear
brake pads using a 2mm hex wrench. Carefully detach the brake pads from rear brake mount.
Please note that there are very small retaining springs between the pads that will be needed
when rebuilding.
e. Re-mount the new pads with the tiny retaining springs between the pads onto the rear brake
mount.Sandwich the brake disc between the brake pads. Push the inner rear brake pad firmly
against the brake disc and tighten the brake bolts until just barely touch the brake pads. The gap
between the two brake pads and the disc should be 0.3mm.
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