KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017 User Manual

14 BRAKE SYSTEM 154
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 brake linings of the rear brake. ( p. 154)
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Main work
– Stand the vehicle upright.
–
Remove screw cap
1
with the washer and membrane
2
.
–
Add brake fluid up to MAX marking
A
.
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 ( p. 229)
–
Mount and tighten screw cap
1
with shim and membrane
2
.
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilled brake fluid immediately with water.
14.8 Checking the brake linings of the rear brake
Warning
Danger of accidents Worn-out brake linings reduce the braking effect.
– Ensure that worn-out brake linings are replaced immediately. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017 Specifications

General

Displacement	1301 cc
Bore x Stroke	108 mm x 71 mm
Fuel System	Keihin EFI, 56 mm throttle bodies
Transmission	6-speed
Rear Suspension	WP monoshock
ABS	Bosch 9ME Combined ABS
Front Tire	120/70 ZR 17
Rear Tire	190/55 ZR 17
Seat Height	835 mm
Dry Weight	195 kg
Power	177 hp
Torque	141 Nm
Frame	Chromium-Molybdenum steel trellis frame
Front Suspension	WP Ø 48 mm
Front Brake	Dual 320 mm discs, Brembo 4-piston calipers
Rear Brake	Brembo two-piston caliper, 240 mm disc
Wheelbase	1482 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	18 liters