Checking The Front Brake Linings - KTM 2016 690 DUKE R Owner's Manual

13 BRAKE SYSTEM
13.6

Checking the front brake linings

Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency caused by worn brake linings.
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Change worn brake linings immediately. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
Note
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency caused by damaged brake discs.
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If the brake linings are not changed in time, the steel brake lining carriers grind on the brake disc. The braking effect is greatly
reduced and the brake discs are destroyed. Check the brake linings regularly.
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Check the brake linings for minimum thickness
Minimum thickness
» If the minimum thickness is less than specified:
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Change the front brake linings.
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Check the brake linings for damage and cracking.
» If there is damage or cracking:
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Change the front brake linings.
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Info
Clean up overflowed or spilled brake fluid immediately with water.
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≥ 1 mm (≥ 0.04 in)
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