Checking The Front Brake Fluid Level; Adding Front Brake Fluid - KTM 1190 RC8 R EU/UK 2009 Repair Manual

13/BRAKE SYSTEM

Checking the front brake fluid level

16.4
Warning
Danger of accidents Failure of the brake system.
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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.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to old brake fluid.
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Change the brake fluid of the front and rear brakes according to the service schedule.

Adding front brake fluid

16.5
Warning
Danger of accidents Failure of the brake system.
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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.
Warning
Skin irritation Brake fluid can cause skin irritation on contact.
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Avoid contact with skin and eyes, and keep out of the reach of children.
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Wear suitable protective clothing and goggles.
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If brake fluid gets into your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and contact a doctor immediately.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to old brake fluid.
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Change the brake fluid of the front and rear brakes according to the service schedule.
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Position the brake caliper. Mount the screws but do not tighten them yet.
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Repeat the operation on the opposite side.
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Operate the hand brake lever repeatedly until the brake lining presses up against
the brake disc and there is a pressure point. Fix the hand brake lever in the acti-
vated position.
The brake calipers align themselves.
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Tighten screws
Guideline
301496-10
Screw, front brake caliper
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Release the fixation of the hand brake lever.
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Add brake fluid to the MAX level.
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
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Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the screws.
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilt brake fluid immediately with water.
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Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
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Check the brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir
» If the brake fluid is below the MIN marking:
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Add front brake fluid. (
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on both brake calipers.
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45 Nm Loctite ® 243™
(33.2 lbf ft)
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