12 BRAKE SYSTEM 45
12.1 Adjusting the basic position of the hand brake lever
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– Push the hand brake lever forward.
– Adjust the basic position of the hand brake lever to your hand position by turning
the adjusting wheel
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.
Info
Do not make any adjustments while riding!
12.2 Checking brake discs
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to worn brake disc(s).
– Change the worn brake disc(s) without delay. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
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– Check the thickness of the front and rear brake discs in several places to ensure
that it conforms to measurement
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.
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Wear reduces the thickness of the brake discs in area
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of the brake lin-
ings.
Brake discs - wear limit
Front 4.5 mm (0.177 in)
Rear 3.8 mm (0.15 in)
» If the brake disc thickness is less than the specified value:
–
Change the brake discs. x
– Check the front and rear brake discs for damage, cracking, and deformation.
» If damage, cracks, or deformation are visible on the brake disc:
–
Change the brake discs. x
12.3 Checking the front brake fluid level
Warning
Danger of accidents Failure of the brake system.
– If the brake fluid level falls below the MIN mark, this indicates a leakage in the brake system or worn-out brake linings.
Check the brake system and do not continue riding. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to old brake fluid.
– Change the brake fluid of the front and rear brake according to the service schedule. (Your authorized KTM workshop will
be glad to help.)
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– Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
–
Check the brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir
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.
» If the brake fluid level is below the MIN marking:
–
Add front brake fluid. x ( p. 46)
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