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How to Replace the Rear Brake Cable on the Piaggio Zip

Model: Piaggio Zip
Part: Checks and maintenance

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To replace the rear brake cable on the Piaggio Zip, you need to loosen all the screws securing the internal fairings of the scooter, specifically the ones on the inner part of the shield and the footrest area. This will allow you to access the underlying components, including the rear brake cable, which must be disconnected from its lever and the corresponding brake caliper by unscrewing the bolts at both ends.

You can then remove the old cable, replace it with a new one, and reassemble all the components you removed earlier.


Updated on 2 August 2026 by ScegliAuto


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