KTM Supermoto 690 - Manual (Page 80)

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE
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Warning
Skin irritations ಘBrake fluid can cause skin irritation on contact.
ದ Avoid contact with skin and eyes, and keep out of the reach of children.
ದ If brake fluid gets into your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and contact a doctor immediately.
Warning
Danger of accidents ಘReduced braking due to old brake fluid.
ದ Have the front and rear brake fluid replaced according to the service plan in an authorized KTM workshop.
Warning
Environmental hazard ಘProblem materials cause environmental damage.
ದ Dispose of oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning substances, brake fluid, batteries, etc. according to regulations.
Info
KTM recommends DOT b5.1 brake fluid frombMotorex ® . This has a higher wet boiling point than DOT b4 brake fluid and provides
greater safety for high demands.
Never user DOT
b5 brake fluid! This is based on silicone oil and is colored purple. Oil seals and brake lines are not designed for
DOT b5 brake fluid.
Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid attacks paint!
Use only clean brake fluid from a sealed container!