Adjusting Basic Position Of Handbrake Lever; Checking The Brake Fluid Level Of The Front Brake; Topping Up The Front Brake Fluid - KTM 450 SX-F EU 2010 Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE

Adjusting basic position of handbrake lever

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Checking the brake fluid level of the front brake

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Warning
Danger of accidents Failure of the brake system.
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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 effect caused by old brake fluid.
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Change the brake fluid of the front and rear brakes according to the service schedule. (Your authorized KTM workshop will
be glad to help.)

Topping up the front brake fluid

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Warning
Danger of accidents Failure of the brake system.
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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
Skin irritation Brake fluid can cause skin irritation on contact.
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Avoid contact with skin and eyes, and keep out of the reach of children.
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Wear suitable protective clothing and goggles.
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If brake fluid gets into your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and contact a doctor immediately.
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Push the handbrake lever forwards and check the free travel
Free travel of hand brake lever
» If the free travel does not meet specifications:
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adjust the basic position of handbrake lever. (
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Check the free travel on the hand brake lever. (
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Adjust the basic setting of the handbrake lever to your hand size by turning adjust-
ing screw
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Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to increase the distance between the
handbrake lever and the handlebar.
Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to decrease the distance between
the handbrake lever and the handlebar.
The range of adjustment is limited.
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Turn the adjusting screw by hand only, and do not apply any force.
Do not make any adjustments while riding!
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Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
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Check the brake fluid level in viewer
» If the brake fluid is below the MIN mark:
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Top up the brake fluid of the front brake.
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