KTM 1190 RC8 Motorcycle User Manual


 
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 135
Warning
Environmental hazardProblem materials cause environmental damage.
Dispose of oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning substances, brake fluid, batteries, etc. according to regulations.
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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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Stand the vehicle upright.
Remove screw cover with membrane.
Top up the brake fluid toMAX level.
Brake fluid DOT4/DOT5.1 ( S. 221)
Refit screw with membrane.
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Clean up overflowed or spilt brake fluid immediately with water.
9.42Checking the rear brake linings
Warning
Danger of accidentsReduced braking caused by worn brake linings.
Have worn brake linings replaced immediately in an authorized KTM-RC8 workshop.