Checking The Front Brake Fluid Level - KTM 65 SX 2023 Owner's Manual

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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 specified marking or the specified value, the brake system is
leaking or the brake linings are worn down.
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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.
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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.)
V02822-10
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Check the front and rear brake disc thickness at multiple
points for the dimension
Info
Wear reduces the thickness of the brake disc around
the contact surface of the brake linings.
Brake discs - wear limits
front
rear
» If the brake disc thickness is less than the specified value:
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Change the front brake disc.
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Change the rear brake disc.
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Check the front and rear brake discs for damage, cracking, and
deformation.
» If the brake disc exhibits damage, cracking, or deforma-
tion:
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Change the front brake disc.
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Change the rear brake disc.
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Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a
horizontal position.
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1
Remove screws .
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2
Take off cover with membrane
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Check the brake fluid level.
Guideline
A
Level (fluid level below
container rim)
» If the brake fluid level does not meet specifications:
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Add front brake fluid.
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Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the
screws.
A
.
2.5 mm (0.098 in)
2.5 mm (0.098 in)
3
.
4 mm (0.16 in)
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