KTM 65 SX 1999, Owner'S Manual

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11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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11.39 Additionally securing the rubber grip
Preparatory work
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Check the rubber grip. ( p. 45)
401198-01
Main work
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Secure the rubber grip at two locations with the retaining wire.
Securing wire (54812016000)
Wire twister forceps (U6907854)
The twisted wire ends face away from the palms and are bent in toward the
rubber grip.
11.40 Adjusting basic position of clutch lever
602653-11
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Adjust the basic position of the clutch lever to the size of the rider's hand using
adjusting screw

.
Info
Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to increase the distance between the
clutch lever and the handlebar.
Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to decrease the distance between
the clutch lever and the handlebar.
The range of adjustment is limited.
Turn the adjusting screw by hand only, and do not apply any force.
Do not make any adjustments while riding!
11.41 Checking the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch
Info
The fluid level rises with increasing wear of the clutch facing discs.
C00259-10
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Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
–
Check the fluid level in viewer  .
» If the fluid has dropped below marking

in the level viewer:
–
Correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch. ( p. 46)
11.42 Correcting the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch
Info
The fluid level rises with increasing wear of the clutch facing discs.
H00132-10
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Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
–
Remove screws  .
–
Remove cover

with membrane

.
–
Correct the fluid up to level

.
Guideline
Level

(fluid level below container
rim)
4 mm (0.16 in)
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 ( p. 81)
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Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the screws.