BRAKE SYSTEM 12
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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 basic position of the hand brake lever.
( p. 65)
12.2 Adjusting the basic position of the hand brake lever
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– Check the free travel of the hand brake lever. ( p. 65)
– Adjust the basic position of the hand brake lever using adjust-
ing screw
1
.
Info
Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to increase the
distance between the hand brake lever and the han-
dlebar.
Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to decrease
the distance between the hand brake lever and the han-
dlebar.
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.
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 KTM workshop will
be glad to help.)
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