Originally Posted by voodoodrug

they dont,seen cars go decades just fine with out changeing, were all just paroniod freaks.

Originally Posted by tfi racing

I wouldn't leave the lid off while bleeding, a good chance brake fluid will splash out of the reservoir and land on your paint.

Originally Posted by dmize

anything special needed for ABS bikes?

Originally Posted by dochawken

Use DOT 5 and not worry..

Originally Posted by Ohiobellboy

I did the rears on mine with my Mightyvac Dan. Don't let the master cylinder run dry and you're good.

Originally Posted by Talldog

You leave the lid off, you have to keep adding fluid as you drain out the old. If you let the Master Cylinder run dry, you'll get air in the system and have to start all over again.

My bike is three years old and I re-used the gasket, but probably not a bad idea to replace with a new one.

Get yourself one of these, makes the job very easy.

Amazon.com: Mityvac MV8000 Automotive Test and Bleeding Kit: Automotive

If you can get a helper to add fluid as you drain the old, makes things easier also.

Buy a Service Manual for your bike, will save lots of money and headache in the long run.