Important
The brake manufacturer advises against any servicing of the internal components of brake callipers or the master cylinder.
Incorrect overhaul of these critical safety components can endanger rider and passenger safety.
Before removing the parts in question, you must first carry out the following operations:

note
For the abs front braking system, also refer to sect. 7 - 5, Abs system operating information, sect. 7 - 6, System components, sect. 7 - 7, Abs components maintenance.
Unscrew and remove the special screw (22) fixing the pipes (33) to the rear brake calliper and the corresponding couplings (23).
Remove tube (33).
Undo the two fixing screws (12) of the rear brake calliper (15) to the calliper holder bracket and remove the brake calliper (15).
If it is necessary to remove the calliper holder bracket (a) refer to sec. 7 - 13, Removal of the rear wheel eccentric hub and rear wheel shaft.
Note
To replace the brake pads follow instructions in the paragraph "checking brake pad wear and changing brake pads" (sec. 4 - 3).
To remove the speed sensor (1), undo the retaining screw (2), having care not to damage the airgap spacer (8) and the washer (32).

Only the following parts should be renewed:
Refer to the exploded view at the beginning of this section for indications on renewal of the above components.
Refitting the rear brake control
Removal of the rear brake discSymbols
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Adjusting the steering head bearings
Excessive handlebar play or shaking forks in the steering head indicate that
the play in the steering head bearings
requires adjustment. Proceed as follows:
loosen the clamp screw (1) that holds the steering tube to the steering head.
Slacken the clamp screws (2) securing the steering head ...
Refitting the cylinder head assemblies
Warning
To prevent oil leaks past the contact area between cylinders and
crankcase, each time the head is removed, cylinder and
piston must be removed as well to clean the mating faces of crankcase and
cylinder and restore the spoiled gaskets and
o-rings and apply again liquid sealant (sect. ...