12 BRAKE SYSTEM
82
Guideline
Remaining nuts,
chassis
M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
–
Attach spring
1
.
12.10 Checking the rear brake fluid level
Warning
Danger of accidents An insufficient brake fluid level will cause the brake system to fail.
If the brake fluid level drops below the specified marking or the specified value, the brake system is
leaking or the brake linings are worn down.
– Check the brake system and do not continue riding until the problem is eliminated. (Your authorized
KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
Warning
Danger of accidents Old brake fluid reduces the braking effect.
– Make sure that brake fluid for the front and rear brake is changed in accordance with the service
schedule. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
Preparatory work
– Check the brake linings of the rear brake. ( p. 84)
K01216-10
Main work
– Stand the vehicle upright.
–
Check the brake fluid level in level viewer
1
.
»
If the brake fluid has dropped below marking
A
:
– Add rear brake fluid. ( p. 82)
12.11 Adding rear brake fluid
Warning
Danger of accidents An insufficient brake fluid level will cause the brake system to fail.
If the brake fluid level drops below the specified marking or the specified value, the brake system is
leaking or the brake linings are worn down.
– Check the brake system and do not continue riding until the problem is eliminated. (Your authorized
KTM workshop will be glad to help.)