Husqvarna TC 85 User Manual

12 BRAKE SYSTEM
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12.1 Checking the free travel of the 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.
– Set the free travel on the hand brake lever in accordance with the specification.
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Push the hand brake lever forward and check free travel
A
.
Free travel of hand brake
lever
≥ 3 mm (≥ 0.12 in)
» If the free travel does not match the specification:
– Adjust the free travel of the handbrake lever. ( p. 72)
12.2 Adjusting the free travel of the handbrake lever
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– Check the free travel of the hand brake lever. ( p. 72)
– Adjust the free travel of the handbrake lever with adjustment
screw
1
.
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Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to reduce free
travel. The pressure point moves away from the han-
dlebar.
Turn the adjusting 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 force.
Do not make any adjustments while riding!
12.3 Checking the brake discs
Warning
Danger of accidents Worn-out brake discs reduce the braking effect.
– Make sure that worn-out brake discs are replaced immediately. (Your authorized Husqvarna Motor-
cycles workshop will be glad to help.)

Husqvarna TC 85 Specifications

General

Starter	Kickstarter
Transmission	6-speed
Engine Type	Single-cylinder, 2-stroke
Displacement	84.9 cc
Clutch	Wet multi-disc
Front Brake	Disc brake
Rear Brake	Disc brake
Front Tire	70/100
Rear Tire	90/100
Wheelbase	1290 mm
Final Drive	Chain