13 BRAKE SYSTEM
13.1
3
0 0 3
112
Antilock brake system (ABS)
H
0 0 2
2
C
1
0 0 1
2
0 0 2
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ABS unit
1
, which consists of a hydraulic unit, ABS control
unit, and return pump, is installed under the fuel tank. One wheel
speed sensor
2
is located in each case on the front and the rear
wheel.
Warning
Danger of accidents Changes to the vehicle impair the
function of the ABS.
–
Only allow the rear wheel to spin with the front brake
applied away from public road traffic if the ABS is
switched off.
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Do not make any changes to the suspension travel.
–
Only use spare parts on the brake system which have
been approved and recommended by KTM.
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Only use tires/wheels approved by KTM with the corre-
sponding speed index.
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Maintain the specified tire air pressure.
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Service work and repairs must be performed profes-
sionally. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad
to help.)
The ABS is a safety system that prevents locking of the wheels
when driving straight ahead without the influence of lateral forces.