Sight tube for CBS

[ozzy7007]

In the PCX manual it states you should check via the CBS window for cbs fluid levels, when I look at mine it looks empty, if it where empty, how in the world would I be able to add fluid...?????? This window is just to the right of the ignition switch...any help would be appreciated. Ozzy

[you you]

In the PCX manual it states you should check via the CBS window for cbs fluid levels, when I look at mine it looks empty, if it where empty, how in the world would I be able to add fluid...?????? This window is just to the right of the ignition switch...any help would be appreciated. Ozzy

chill...

[maddiedog]

Ignore qed, he's rarely helpful.

Since this is the first time someone has asked about CBS levels on the forum, I'm going to explain your question a bit better before I answer it.

The right brake lever controls just the front brake, but the left brake lever is the CBS, or combined brake system, that controls both front and back. For the front brake, the master cylinder where brake fluid is stored is attached to the lever. If you can look through the window and see a bubble, it's full. For the rear, the master cylinder is located inside the fairings, to the right of where the ignition key is, through the tiny little window. Through the window, you should be able to see the top line of the fluid. It's also possible the fluid is so full you can't see the full mark.

Honda's default fluid is a bit amber in color. If your container looks amber, it's probably full. If it looks more bluish, it's empty. If there is no fluid, something is wrong with your brakes -- there's a leak somewhere. You should never have to top off your brake fluid.


Ozzy, to top off, you have to remove the inner panel cover. There's no easy access to it.

[maddiedog]

Also, qed, why did you reply to all his posts with "chill..."?

Just seems odd. We try to be friendly to people here, and that doesn't come off as such.

Welcome to the forums, Ozzy.

[gn2]

In the meantime even if the combi-brake reservoir is totally empty you will still have a fully functioning front and rear brake, so no need to worry, you can just... chill...?

[WhiteNoise]

Adding a few pics to Dave's helpful explanation above
amber fluid it is!

[Taz]

qED is either

A) been drinking
B) on drugs
C) gn2 has finally got inside his mind and flipped him out
D) all the above

[PCX-rider]

In the PCX manual it states you should check via the CBS window for cbs fluid levels, when I look at mine it looks empty, if it where empty, how in the world would I be able to add fluid...?????? This window is just to the right of the ignition switch...any help would be appreciated. Ozzy

Call your Honda dealer and ask the same question! It is the safest way to do it!

[ozzy7007]

Thank you Maddiedog and others, my window is bluish, no amber color at all, came from the dealer like that, and on the other reply, I think I will take it to the dealer and see what they Have to say..Thanks for all the help ! Ozzy

[you you]

qED is either

A) been drinking
B) on drugs
C) gn2 has finally got inside his mind and flipped him out
D) all the above

All 5

[WhiteNoise]

all 5 (you're too much!)

[gn2]

[figurehead71]

WTF....Steve Hillage covering The Beatles, thought he was way too psychedelic for such noodlings.

[badaveil]

maddiedog

Whilst I still have not acquire the PCX, I must say it has been enjoyable reading your replies. It is very clear and helpful. Keep it up!

[Ishida]

maddiedog

Whilst I still have not acquire the PCX, I must say it has been enjoyable reading your replies. It is very clear and helpful. Keep it up!

must make mine your words... Thanks Maddie...