12 BRAKE SYSTEM
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Warning
Danger of accidents
Damaged brake discs reduce the braking effect.
If the brake linings are not changed in time, the brake lining carriers grind against the brake disc. As a
consequence, the braking effect is greatly reduced and the brake discs are destroyed.
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Check the brake linings regularly.
B01962-01
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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 rear brake linings.
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Check the brake linings for damage and cracking.
» If there is wear or tearing:
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Change the rear brake linings.
12.13
Changing the rear brake linings
Warning
Danger of accidents
Incorrect servicing will cause the brake system to fail.
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Ensure that service work and repairs are performed professionally. (Your authorized KTM workshop
will be glad to help.)