Inspection Manual (Motorcycle & Moped) - Vermont Department of ...

. Binding pistons;
c. Hydraulic hoses and tubes for kinks, cracked, chafed or flattened or restricted
sections and improper support; and
d. Master cylinder for leakage.
2. Check master cylinder rod for proper adjustment and test system for brake fluid
leakage by applying moderate foot pressure to pedal and maintaining this pressure
for at least one (1) minute. Check fluid level in master cylinder.
Reject vehicle if:
1. Leaks in master cylinder or wheel cylinders.
2. Scraped hydraulic hoses; hydraulic hose, tubes or connections leaking, restricted,
crimped, cracked or broken. Connecting lines not properly attached or supported to
prevent damage or abrasion by contact with the frame, axle, other lines or any part
of the vehicle. Pressure hoses not equal to manufacturer's original equipment.
3. Master cylinder rod improperly adjusted.
4. Tendency of brake pedal to move slowly toward applied position (indicating fluid
leakage) while pressure is maintained on pedal/lever for one (1) minute.
5. Fluid level in master cylinder perceptibly below full mark.
BRAKE FLUID REQUIREMENTS
Vermont law states no person may distribute or provide any fluid for use in the hydraulic
brake system of a motor vehicle unless it meets the Society of Automotive Engineers
Standards of 70 R1 or better and any container must bear a statement of its
classification such as SAE 70 R1 or SAE 70 R3.
MTC 6.3