New Hampshire Code of Administrative Rules
Saf - Department of Safety
Subtitle Saf-C - Commissioner, Department of Safety
Chapter Saf-C 3200 - OFFICIAL MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS
Part Saf-C 3231 - MOTORCYCLE BRAKES
Section Saf-C 3231.01 - Inspection of Service Brake

Universal Citation: NH Admin Rules Saf-C 3231.01

Current through Register No. 40, October 3, 2024

(a) A motorcycle shall be rejected if:

(1) The operator is unable to maintain brake pedal height with moderate foot force for one minute;

(2) Less than 1/5 of the total available pedal travel remains when the pedal is depressed with moderate foot force;

(3) Any drum, disc or rotor has been turned down in excess of the manufacturer's specifications;

(4) Brake linings or pads are contaminated with foreign material so that it interferes with operation of the brake;

(5) Brake drums or discs have cracks on the friction surface extending to the edge of the bore or periphery of the disc, or shows evidence of mechanical damage other than wear;

(6) Fluid level in the master cylinder is below the half full point, or below minimum level per manufacturer specification;

(7) Fluid is leaking from the master or wheel cylinder;

(8) Hydraulic hoses or tubing are missing, worn or cracked;

(9) Mechanical parts are missing, broken or worn;

(10) There is high friction in the brake pedal and linkage or in the brake components;

(11) Brake operating levers are improperly positioned or misaligned;

(12) Brake pads or shoes are worn to within 2/32 inch at the thinnest point or 2/32 inch of any rivet; or

(13) Any wheel fails to indicate braking action.

(See Revision Notes at chapter heading Saf-C 3200) #8915, eff 6-22-07

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