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BRAKE SYSTEM
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Warning
Skin irritation
Brake fluid can cause skin irritation on contact.
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Avoid contact with skin and eyes, and keep out of the reach of children.
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Wear suitable protective clothing and goggles.
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If brake fluid comes into contact with the eyes, flush the eyes thoroughly with water and consult a physician immediately.
Warning
Danger of accidents
Reduced braking efficiency due to old brake fluid.
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Change the brake fluid of the front and rear brake according to the service schedule. (Your authorized KTM RC8 workshop will
be pleased to help.)
Warning
Environmental hazard
Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
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 is corrosive and will damage painted surfaces.
Use only clean brake fluid from a sealed container!
Preparatory work
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Check the front brake linings. (
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Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL 2014 1190 RC8 R EU GB 1190 RC8 R FR 1190 RC8 R JP Art no 3213111en...
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Page 18: ...4 VIEW OF VEHICLE 16 4 1 View of vehicle front left example B01301 10...
Page 20: ...4 VIEW OF VEHICLE 18 4 2 View of vehicle rear right example B01302 10...
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Page 40: ...6 CONTROLS 38 6 11 9 Overview of ROAD mode 401128 10...
Page 48: ...6 CONTROLS 46 6 11 16 Overview of RACE mode 401142 10...
Page 157: ...10 TUNING THE CHASSIS 155 Finishing work Fit the seat p 159...