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12
BRAKE SYSTEM
12.1
Checking free travel of hand brake lever
Warning
Danger of accidents The brake system fails in the event of overheating.
If there is no free travel on the hand brake lever, pressure builds up on the front brake circuit.
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Set the free travel on the hand brake lever in accordance with the specification.
12.2
Adjusting the basic position of the hand brake lever
12.3
Checking the brake discs
Warning
Danger of accidents Worn-out brake discs reduce the braking effect.
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Make sure that worn-out brake discs are replaced immediately. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
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Push the hand brake lever forwards and check free travel
Free travel of hand brake lever
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If the free travel does not meet specifications:
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Adjust the basic position of the hand brake lever. (
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Check the free travel of the hand brake lever. (
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Adjust the basic position of the hand brake lever using adjusting screw
Info
Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to increase the distance between the
hand brake lever and the handlebar.
Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to decrease the distance between
the hand brake lever and the handlebar.
The range of adjustment is limited.
Turn the adjusting screw by hand only, and do not apply any force.
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Do not make any adjustments while riding.
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Check the thickness of the front and rear brake discs at multiple points on each
brake disc to ensure it is at least thickness
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Wear reduces the thickness of the brake disc around the area used by the
brake linings.
Brake discs - wear limits
Front
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Rear
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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.
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If the brake disc exhibits damage, cracking, or deformation:
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Change the front brake disc.
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Change the rear brake disc.
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≥ 3 mm (≥ 0.12 in)
p. 52)
p. 52)
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2.5 mm (0.098 in)
2.5 mm (0.098 in)
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