BRAKES
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Warning
Danger of accidents
Reduced braking effect caused by old brake fluid.
–
Change the brake fluid of the front and rear brake according to the service schedule. (Your authorized KTM workshop will
be glad to help.)
Warning
Environmental hazard
Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
–
Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Info
Never use DOT 5 brake fluid! It is silicone-based and purple in color. Oil seals and brake lines are not designed for DOT 5
brake fluid.
Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid attacks paint!
Use only clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
101380-10
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Stand the vehicle upright.
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Remove screw cap
with membrane
and the O-ring.
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Add brake fluid to level
.
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
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Mount the screw cap with the membrane and the O-ring.
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilt brake fluid immediately with water.
11.13
Checking the rear brake linings
Warning
Danger of accidents
Reduced braking efficiency caused by worn brake linings.
–
Change worn brake linings immediately. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
101381-10
–
Check the brake linings for minimum thickness
.
Minimum thickness
≥
1 mm (
≥
0.04 in)
» If the minimum thickness is less than specified:
–
Change the rear brake linings.
–
Check the brake linings for damage and cracking.
» If damage or cracking is visible:
–
Change the rear brake linings.
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