KTM 950 SUPERMOTO R, Owner'S Manual

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Changing the basic position of the handbrake lever
The adjusting screw [1] allows you to change the basic position of the handbrake lever [2] .
Press the handbrake lever's outer end forward, and, at the same time, turn the adjusting
screw.
Checking the front brake fluid level
The brake fluid reservoir for the front brake is located on the left side of the handlebar and
has a "MIN" and a "MAX" mark. The brake fluid level may not fall below the "MIN" mark
when the vehicle is parked in a vertical position.
– IF THE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL DROPS BELOW THE MINIMUM EITHER THE BRAKE SYSTEM HAS
A LEAK OR THE BRAKE PADS ARE COMPLETELY WORN DOWN. IN THIS CASE, CONSULT AN
AUTHORIZED KTM DEALER IMMEDIATELY.
– HAVE THE BRAKE FLUID CHANGED AT AN AUTHORIZED KTM WORKSHOP EVERY 2 YEARS.
Refilling front brake fluid *
It is not necessary to refill brake fluid under normal conditions (see General information on
KTM disk brakes).
However, brake fluid must be refilled as soon as the brake fluid level reaches the MIN mark.
Remove the screws [3] and cover [4] with the rubber boot [5] . Move the hand brake cylin-
der in a horizontal position and add DOT 5.1 (Motorex Brake Fluid DOT 5.1). Press the rub-
ber boot together and remount the cover. Wash off any overflowing or spilled brake fluid with
water. Actuate the front brake until you feel the pressure point.
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE
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