KTM 990 Adventure AUS/UK 2009, Owner'S Manual

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Reduced braking efficiency caused by worn brake linings.
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Change worn brake linings immediately. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be pleased to help.)
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.
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Check the brake linings for minimum thickness
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.
Minimum thickness
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≥
1 mm (
≥
0.04 in)
» If the minimum thickness is less than specified:
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Change the front brake linings. x
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Check the brake linings for damage and cracking.
» If there is wear or tearing:
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Change the front brake linings. x
Brake system failure.
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If there is no free travel on the foot brake pedal, pressure builds up on the rear brake in the brake system. The rear brake can
fail due to overheating. Adjust free travel on foot brake pedal according to specifications.
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