BRAKES
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11.6
Checking the front brake linings
Warning
Danger of accidents
Reduced braking efficiency caused by worn brake linings.
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Change worn brake linings immediately. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
Note
Danger of accidents
Reduced braking efficiency caused by damaged brake discs.
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If the brake linings are not changed in time, the steel brake lining carriers grind on the brake disc. The braking effect is greatly
reduced and the brake discs are rendered unserviceable. Check the brake linings regularly.
B00947-01
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Check the brake linings for minimum thickness
A
.
Minimum thickness
A
≥
1 mm (
≥
0.04 in)
» If the minimum thickness is less than specified:
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Change the front brake linings.
x
–
Check the brake linings for damage and cracking.
» If there is wear or tearing:
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Change the front brake linings.
x
11.7
Checking the free travel of foot brake lever
Warning
Danger of accidents
Brake system failure.
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If there is no free travel on the foot brake lever, pressure builds up on the rear brake circuit. The rear brake can fail due to over-
heating. Adjust free travel on foot brake lever according to specifications.
Summary of Contents for 690 Duke AUS 2012
Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL 2012 690 Duke EU 690 Duke AUS UK Art no 3211788en ...
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Page 13: ...11 ...
Page 14: ...VIEW OF VEHICLE 12 3 1 View of vehicle front left side example B00914 10 ...
Page 16: ...VIEW OF VEHICLE 14 3 2 View of vehicle rear right side example B00915 10 ...
Page 168: ...INDEX 166 Work rules 8 ...