Bold reference numbers in this section identify parts not shown in the figures alongside the text, but which can be found in the exploded view diagram.

Unscrew and remove the banjo bolt (1) securing the hose (4) to the rear brake caliper and recover the sealing washers (2).

For the sake of clarity the following photos show the swingarm removed from the motorcycle, however all the operations described can also be carried out with the swingarm installed on the frame.

For the relative removal operations, refer to the exploded view in Sect. G 5, Rear swingarm.

See “Checking brake pad wear and changing brake pads” (Sect. D 4) for instructions on how to change the brake pads.

Critical safety components. The brake caliper manufacturer advises against servicing the internal components of calipers or the master cylinder. Incorrect overhaul of this component could endanger rider safety.

The disc must be perfectly clean with no signs of rust, oil or grease deposits or other contaminants and must be free of any deep scoring. Refer to Section C 1.1, Rear wheel for the brake disc wear tolerance limits.

Proceed with refitting of the rear brake disc (10). Install the brake disc (10), positioning it so that the countersinks (S) for the bolt heads are facing upwards.

Apply the recommended threadlocker and tighten the bolts (13) to the specified torque (Sect. C 3, Frame torque settings) in the sequence 1-2-3-4.

If the brake hoses are renewed or if one of the components of the rear brake system have been removed, make sure that the hose connection fittings on the master cylinder and the caliper are correctly positioned.

Fit the copper sealing washers (2) to either side of the hose end fittings when attaching the hose to the calipers and master cylinder.

After positioning the end fittings correctly, tighten the banjo bolts (1) to the specified torque (Sect. C 3, Frame torque settings).

For the sake of clarity the following photos show the swingarm removed from the motorcycle, however all the operations described can also be carried out with the swingarm installed on the frame.

Fit the heat shield (B) with the bolts (A), applying the recommended threadlocker, and tighten bolts (C) and (A) to the specified torque (Sect. C 3, Frame torque settings).

Apply grease to the bolts (5) and tighten to the specified torque (Sect. C 3, Frame torque settings).