TVS APACHE RTR 200
SERVICE MANUAL
CHASSIS
6-37
BRAKE FLUID
Inspection of brake fluid level
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Remove cover frame R (refer chapter
“Periodic maintenance” page 2-4 for removal
procedure). Place the vehicle in center stand.
Inspect the brake fluid level in the reservoir.
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The brake fluid level in the reservoir should be
at the maximum mark provided in the
reservoir. Fig. 6.109)
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If the level is below lower level mark, replenish
the level up to the maximum level.
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Remove the cap and take out the diaphragm
and
fill fresh brake fluid of recommended
grade. (Fig. 6.110)
Brake fluid
TVS Griling DOT3 / DOT4
Air bleeding
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If the rear brake pedal travel becomes more or
if any soft or spongy feel is observed in the
lever, you must carry out the air bleeding from
the brake system.
Brake fluid replacement
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Boiling point of brake fluid falls considerably
with absorption of moisture which may take
place during a long period of use. Therefore, it
is recommended to replace old brake fluid with
new one periodically.
Replace brake fl
uid every 21000 km
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Refer page 6-6, 6-7 & 6-8 for brake fluid
handling, air bleeding from the brake system
and brake fluid replacement procedure.
HOSE COMPLETE BRAKE REAR
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Inspect the hose complete brake for any crack
or leakage. If leakages found, replace the hose
as described below:
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Flush the brake fluid out by opening the
bleeder at caliper assembly with a tube on the
bleeder head to a clean container (refer brake
bleeding).
Fig. 6.109
Fig. 6.110
MAXIMUM
MINIMUM