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13/BRAKE SYSTEM
Add front brake fluid
Warning
Skin irritations Brake fluid can cause skin irritation on contact.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes, and keep out of the reach of children.
If brake fluid gets into your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and contact a doctor immediately.
Warning
Environmental hazard Problem materials cause environmental damage.
Dispose of oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning substances, brake fluid, batteries, etc. according to regulations.
Info
KTM recommends brake fluid DOT 5.1 from Motorex
and offers more protection under high load.
Never user DOT 5 brake fluid! This is based on silicone oil and is colored purple. 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!
Use only clean brake fluid from a sealed container!
Changing the front brake fluid
Warning
Skin irritations Brake fluid can cause skin irritation on contact.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes, and keep out of the reach of children.
If brake fluid gets into your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and contact a doctor immediately.
Warning
Environmental hazard Problem materials cause environmental damage.
Dispose of oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning substances, brake fluid, batteries, etc. according to regulations.
Info
KTM recommends brake fluid DOT 5.1 from Motorex
and offers more protection under high load.
Never user DOT 5 brake fluid! This is based on silicone oil and is colored purple. 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!
Use only clean brake fluid from a sealed container!
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. This brake fluid has a higher wet boiling point than brake fluid DOT 4
Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
Remove screws
Remove cover
Add brake fluid to level
Specification
Measurement of
Brake fluid DOT 5.1 (
Check parts for damage and wear. Replace damaged or worn parts.
Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the screws.
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilt brake fluid immediately with water.
400230-10
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. This brake fluid has a higher wet boiling point than brake fluid DOT 4
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with membrane
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5 mm (0.2 in)
P. 174)
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