BRAKE SYSTEM 12
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12.1 Adjusting the basic position of the hand brake lever
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– Adjust the basic position of the hand brake lever to your hand
size by turning adjusting wheel
1
.
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Push the hand brake lever forward and turn the adjust-
ing wheel.
Turn the adjusting wheel clockwise to increase the
distance between the hand brake lever and the han-
dlebar.
Turn the adjusting wheel counterclockwise to decrease
the distance between the hand brake lever and the han-
dlebar.
The range of adjustment is limited.
Only turn the adjusting wheel by hand; do not use
force.
Do not make any adjustments while riding.
12.2 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.)
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– Check the front and rear brake disc thickness at multiple
points for the dimension
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.
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Wear reduces the thickness of the brake disc around
the contact surface of the brake linings.
Brake discs - wear limit
front 4.5 mm (0.177 in)
rear 3.5 mm (0.138 in)
» If the brake disc thickness is less than the specification:
– 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.
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