BRAKE SYSTEM 13
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13.2
Adjusting the basic position of the hand brake lever
F00784-13
–
Adjust the basic position of the hand brake lever to your hand
size by turning adjusting wheel
1
.
Info
Push the hand brake lever forward and turn the adjust-
ing wheel.
Do not make any adjustments while riding.
13.3
Checking the brake discs
Warning
Danger of accidents
Worn-out brake discs reduce the braking effect.
–
Make sure that worn-out brake discs are replaced immediately. (Your authorized KTM workshop will
be glad to help.)
400480-10
–
Check the front and rear brake disc thickness at multiple
points for the dimension
A
.
Info
Wear will reduce the thickness of the brake disc at con-
tact surface
1
of the brake linings.
Brake discs - wear limit
front
4.5 mm (0.177 in)
rear
3.6 mm (0.142 in)
» If the brake disc thickness is less than the specified value.
–
Change the front brake disc.
–
Change the rear brake disc.
–
Check the front and rear brake discs for damage, cracking, and
deformation.
» If the brake disc exhibits damage, cracking, or deforma-
tion:
–
Change the front brake disc.
–
Change the rear brake disc.
13.4
Checking the front 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.)
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