BRAKE SYSTEM 12
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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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– Check the front and rear brake disc thickness at multiple
points for the dimension
A
.
Info
Wear will reduce the thickness of the brake disc at con-
tact surface
1
of the brake linings.
Brake discs - wear limit
front 4.0 mm (0.157 in)
rear 4.5 mm (0.177 in)
» 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 deforma-
tion:
– Change the brake disc.
12.4 Checking the front 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.)
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– Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a
horizontal position.
– Check the brake fluid level in the level viewer.
»
If the brake fluid level has dropped below the marking
A
:
– Add the front brake fluid. ( p. 64)
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