KTM 1190 RC8 Motorcycle User Manual


 
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 131
Warning
Skin irritationsBrake 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
Danger of accidentsReduced braking effect caused by old brake fluid.
Have the brake fluid of the front and rear brakes changed according to the service plan in an authorized KTM-RC8 workshop.
Warning
Environmental hazardProblem materials cause environmental damage.
Dispose of oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning substances, brake fluid, batteries, etc. according to regulations.
Info
Never user DOT5 brake fluid! This is based on silicone oil and is colored purple. Oil seals and brake lines are not designed for
DOT5 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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Loosen screw.
Remove cover with membrane.
Top up the brake fluid toMAX level.
Brake fluid DOT4/DOT5.1 ( S. 221)
Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten screws.
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilt brake fluid immediately with water.