Kawasaki KX65 - Owner's Manual - page 80
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A. Brake Lever
B. Adjuster
C. Locknut
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Test the braking power and check that there is no
brake drag.
WARNING
Air in the brake lines diminish braking perfor-
mance and can cause an accident resulting
in injury or death. If the brake lever or pedal
feels mushy when it is applied, there might
be air in the brake lines or the brake may be
defective. Have the brake checked immedi-
ately by an authorized Kawasaki dealer.
Disc Brake Fluid
Inspect the brake fluid level in the front and rear
reservoirs and change the brake fluid in accordance
with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. The brake fluid
should also be changed when contaminated with dirt
or water.
Use only heavy-duty brake fluid as follows.
Front brake fluid :
DOT 3 or DOT 4
Rear brake fluid :
DOT 4
NOTE
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The motorcycle is shipped with brake fluid DOT4
in the brake system.
NOTICE
Do not spill brake fluid onto any painted sur-
face.
Do not use fluid from a container that has
been left open or that has been unsealed for
a long time.
Check for fluid leakage around the brake sys-
tem fittings.
Check for brake hose damage.
Brake Fluid Level Inspection
Front Reservoir
With the front reservoir positioned horizontally, the
brake fluid must always be above the minimum level
line.