2012 KTM 250XC Brake Issue

Question

Help! My bike has sat for a couple of months and I have zero front brake. Is this a common problem with the 2012 ktm 250xc? No leaks anywhere either, master is full of fluid.

Rodney van Rooyen:

Hi. Yes common problem on all KTM’s I’ve owned. Try loosening the bolts on the reservoir, then pump the brake a bunch of times, should come rite, if not will have to bleed a bit. Suggestion is to either ride much more often or simply take a cable tie and tie the front brake leaver a little tight so the brake engages a bit, should help if standing for a long period.

Allen 6 years 6 Answers 1252 views 0

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    My 2007 is the same way right now

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    Tie the lever back to the grip overnight. It will be fixed. You will have to store it tied back, if you let it sit a few weeks. KTM sell a gizmo that goes over the lever and hooks around the grip. I’ve had 12 KTMs and only 1 had this issue.

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    Don’t even need a screwdriver. Just kneel down and with the palm of your hand push the caliper in. Then pump the lever. Should come right back

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    Kneel down and push the caliper in with your knee. Short little quick pumps of the brake lever and it will come right back.

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    I’ve had two KTMs, and both have done what your up against. (Stored in an enclosed traile). Just part of owning a superior bike

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    Iv’e never had that problem with 4 ktm’ s

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