KTM 250 SX 2010 User Manual

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 43
» If the brake disc thickness is less than the specified value:
– Change the brake disc.
– Check the front and rear brake discs for damage, cracking and deformation.
» If the brake disc exhibits damage, cracking or deformation:
– Change the brake disc.
9.47Checking the free travel of the hand brake lever
Warning
Danger of accidents Brake system failure.
– If there is no free travel on the hand brake lever, pressure builds up in the front brake circuit. The front brake can fail due
to overheating. Adjust free travel on hand brake lever according to specifications.
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– Push the hand brake lever forward and check free travel .
Free play of hand brake lever ≥ 3 mm (≥ 0.12 in)
» If the free travel does not meet specifications:
– Adjust the basic position of the hand brake lever. ( p. 43)
9.48Adjusting the basic position of the hand brake lever
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– Check the free travel of the hand brake lever. ( p. 43)
– Adjust the basic setting of the hand brake lever to your hand size by turning adjust-
ing screw .
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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.
Do not make any adjustments while riding!
9.49Checking the front brake fluid level
Warning
Danger of accidents Failure of the brake system.
– 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.
– Change the brake fluid of the front and rear brakes according to the service schedule. (Your authorized KTM workshop will
be glad to help.)
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– Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
– Check the brake fluid level in the viewer .
» If the brake fluid is below the MIN marking:
–
Add front brake fluid. x ( p. 44)

KTM 250 SX 2010 Specifications

General

Brand	KTM
Model	250 SX 2010
Category	Motorcycle
Language	English