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– Check whether the basic position of the foot brake lever is suitable for the rider.
» If the basic position of the foot brake lever needs to be adjusted:
–
Adjust the basic position of the foot brake lever. x ( p. 46)
11.13Adjusting the basic position of the foot brake lever x
Warning
Danger of accidents Brake system failure.
– If there is no free travel on the foot brake lever, pressure builds up on the rear brake circuit. The rear brake can fail due to
overheating. Adjust free travel on foot brake lever according to specifications.
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– Detach the spring.
– Loosen nut .
– Turn back push rod until free travel is at a maximum.
– For an individual adjustment of the basic position of the foot brake lever, loose the
screw and turn the eccentric brake lever stop accordingly.
– Tighten screw .
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
– Turn push rod until clearance is created.
Guideline
Free travel of foot brake lever 3… 5 mm (0.12… 0.2 in)
– Hold push rod and tighten nut .
– Attach the spring.
– Check whether the basic position of the foot brake lever is suitable for the rider.
11.14Checking rear 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 brake according to the service schedule. (Your authorized KTM workshop will
be glad to help.)
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– Stand the vehicle upright.
– Check the brake fluid level in the viewer .
» When an air bubble is visible in the viewer :
–
Add rear brake fluid. x ( p. 47)
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