KTM 1290 Super Adventure User Manual

14 BRAKE SYSTEM 160
Preparatory work
– Check the front brake linings. ( p. 160)
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Main work
– Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
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Remove screws

.
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Remove cover

with membrane

.
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Add brake fluid to the MAX mark

.
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 ( p. 243)
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Position cover

with membrane

.
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Mount and tighten screws

.
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilt brake fluid immediately with water.
14.5 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 1290 Super Adventure Specifications

General

Displacement	1301 cc
Transmission	6-speed
Power	160 hp (118 kW)
Torque	138 Nm
Fuel Capacity	23 liters
Front Suspension	WP Semi-active Suspension
Rear Suspension	WP Semi-active Suspension
Front Brakes	Dual 320 mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brakes	267 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
ABS	Yes
Traction Control	Yes, MTC (Motorcycle Traction Control)
Wheelbase	1, 560 mm