14 BRAKE SYSTEM
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14.9
Adjusting the free travel of the rear brake lever
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Adjust the free travel of the rear brake lever using adjusting
screw
1
.
Info
Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to reduce free
travel. The pressure point moves away from the
handlebar.
Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to increase
free travel. The pressure point moves towards the han-
dlebar.
The range of adjustment is limited.
Only turn the adjusting screw by hand, and do not use
force.
Do not make any adjustments while riding.
14.10
Checking the rear brake fluid level
Warning
Danger of accidents
An insufficient brake fluid level will cause the brake system to fail.
If the brake fluid level drops below the
MIN
marking, the brake system is leaking or the brake linings are
worn down.
–
Check the brake system and do not continue riding until the problem is eliminated. (Your authorized
KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
Warning
Danger of accidents
Old brake fluid reduces the braking effect.
–
Make sure that brake fluid for the front and rear brake is changed in accordance with the service
schedule. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
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Move the brake fluid reservoir attached to the left of the han-
dlebar to a horizontal position.
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Check the brake fluid level in level viewer
1
.
» If the brake fluid level is below the
MIN
marking:
–
Add rear brake fluid.
14.11
Adding rear brake fluid
Warning
Danger of accidents
An insufficient brake fluid level will cause the brake system to fail.
If the brake fluid level drops below the
MIN
marking, the brake system is leaking or the brake linings are
worn down.
–
Check the brake system and do not continue riding until the problem is eliminated. (Your authorized
KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
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