KTM 250 DUKE User Manual

12 BRAKE SYSTEM 97
M00719-10
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 level

.
Guideline
Level

5 mm (0.2 in)
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 ( p. 171)
– Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the screws.
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilt brake fluid immediately with water.
12.5 Checking the front brake linings
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency caused by worn brake linings.
– Change worn brake linings immediately. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
Note
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency caused by damaged brake discs.
– If the brake linings are not changed in time, the steel brake lining carriers grind on the brake disc. The braking effect is greatly
reduced and the brake discs are destroyed. Check the brake linings regularly.

KTM 250 DUKE Specifications

General

Engine Type	1-cylinder, 4-stroke engine
Displacement	248.8 cc
Max Torque	24 Nm @ 7, 500 rpm
Transmission	6-speed
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
Rear Suspension	WP monoshock
Seat Height	830 mm
Dry Weight	149 kg
Bore x Stroke	72 mm x 61.1 mm
Compression Ratio	12.5:1
Ground Clearance	185 mm
Max Power	22.1 kW (30 hp) @ 9, 000 rpm
Fuel System	Bosch Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Front Suspension	WP upside-down fork
Front Brake	Four-piston radial fixed caliper, brake disc
Rear Brake	Single-piston floating caliper, brake disc
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.4 l
Frame	Steel trellis frame