Checking The Front Brake Fluid Level - KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE R 2021 Owner's Manual

14.3

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 MIN marking, the brake system is leaking or the brake linings are
worn down.
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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.
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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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Check the front and rear brake disc thickness at multiple
points for the dimension
Info
Wear will reduce the thickness of the brake disc at con-
tact surface
Brake discs - wear limit
front
400618-10
rear
» If the brake disc thickness is less than the specified value.
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Change the front brake discs.
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Change the rear brake disc.
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Check the front and rear brake discs for damage, cracking, and
deformation.
» If the brake disc exhibits damage, cracking, or deforma-
tion:
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Change the front brake discs.
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Change the rear brake disc.
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Move the brake reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a hori-
zontal position.
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Check the brake fluid level in brake fluid reservoir
» If the brake fluid level has dropped below
MIN marking
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Add front brake fluid.
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of the brake linings.
4 mm (0.16 in)
4.5 mm (0.177 in)
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