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MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE
Adjusting the basic position of the hand brake lever (XC‑W/XC)
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Adjusting free travel of hand brake lever (EXC, EXC SIX DAYS)
11.49
Checking the front brake fluid level
11.50
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.)
(EXC, EXC SIX DAYS)
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Push the hand brake to the handlebar and check free travel
Free play of hand brake lever
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If the free travel does not meet specifications:
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Adjust the free travel 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 setting of the hand brake lever to your hand size by turning adjust-
ing 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.
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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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Check the free travel of the hand brake lever. (
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Adjust the free travel of the hand brake lever with the adjustment screw
Info
Turn the adjustment screw clockwise to reduce free travel. The pressure
point moves away from the handlebar.
Turn the adjustment screw counterclockwise to increase free travel. The
pressure point moves towards 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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Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
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Check the brake fluid level in the viewer
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If the brake fluid is below the MIN marking:
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Add front brake fluid.
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p. 60)
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≥ 3 mm (≥ 0.12 in)
p. 59)
p. 58)
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