KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018 Owner's Manual page 226

14 BRAKE SYSTEM
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Never use DOT 5 brake fluid. It is silicone-based and purple in color. Oil seals and brake lines are not
designed for DOT 5 brake fluid.
Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid attacks paint.
Only use clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
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Preparatory work
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Check the front brake linings. (
Main work
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Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a
horizontal position.
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1
Remove screws .
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2
Remove cover with membrane
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Add brake fluid up to MAX marking
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
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2
Position cover with membrane
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Mount and tighten screws
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilled brake fluid immediately
with water.
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