KTM 1050 Adventure User Manual

14 BRAKE SYSTEM 127
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– 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 attacks paint!
Use only clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
Preparatory work
– Check the front brake linings. ( p. 128)
M00909-10
Main work
– Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
–
Remove screws

.
–
Remove cover

with membrane

.
–
Add brake fluid to the MAX mark

.
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 ( p. 206)
–
Position cover

with membrane

.
–
Mount and tighten screws

.
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilt brake fluid immediately with water.

KTM 1050 Adventure Specifications

General

Displacement	1050 cc
Transmission	6-speed
Fuel Tank Capacity	23 liters
Seat Height	850 mm
Bore x Stroke	103 mm x 63 mm
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
ABS	Bosch 9M+ two-channel ABS
Compression Ratio	12.5:1
Starter	Electric
Engine Type	2-cylinder, 4-stroke
Power	95 hp
Torque	107 Nm
Front Suspension	WP USD, 43 mm
Rear Suspension	WP monoshock
Front Brake	4-piston calipers
Rear Brake	267 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Frame	Chromium-Molybdenum steel trellis
Front Wheel	19 inch
Rear Wheel	17 inch
Dry Weight	212 kg (467 lbs)