KTM 890 Duke R US 2020, Operator'S Manual, Page: 187 / 317

BRAKE SYSTEM 14
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Info
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.
Preparatory work
–
Check the front brake linings. ( p. 186)
F02761-10
Main work
–
Move the brake reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a hori-
zontal position.
–
Remove screws
1
.
–
Take off cover
2
with membrane
3
.
–
Add brake fluid up to
MAX
marking
A
.
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 ( p. 298)
–
Position cover
2
with membrane
3
.
–
Mount and tighten screws
1
.
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilled brake fluid immediately
with water.