KTM 1290 - FRONT PADS CHANGE + CALIPER CLEAN.

Front brake caliper T45 Torx. Brake reservoir cap T20.
Now my 1290 is out of warranty, I'm happy to do what i can by way of maintenance to learn and save cash. Replaced at 12,350 miles (19,875km). I'ts an easy, straight forward job with some basic tools. I list them as the video plays through. I hope this video is of use to you and saves some ££.... if you've time to - Comment - Like- Subscribe that would be cool. Thanks .🏍👍⚙️😬
Link to front pads. www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1215975627...
Torque Front Caliper Bolts = 45nm

[@MrPADDYOT]

Another quality, no nonsense video. Glad you included the torque figure, nice detail. Thanks!

[@KevKam]

Thanks. Glad it helps.

[@marcv.1110]

Good video. Thank you for these tutorials that serve us so much.

[@KevKam]

Thanks for the feedback, I'm a shit mechanic but do what i can to learn and save our hard earned £$£€

[@neetones]

This is super helpful. Thank you.

[@KevKam]

Thank you sir. 😁

[@simonkaylor8158]

Great video. I’m not technically minded but after watching this decided to give it a go and it went perfectly. Thank you!

[@KevKam]

Thank You. I do what my limited skills allow, and if I can help bikers save hard earned cash by little vids, all the better👍

[@damytzeus]

thanks for video and the ktm 1290 super duke repair manual instructs that, when installing caliper bolts, apply medium threadlocker, like loctite 243 to the bolts.

[@KevKam]

Thank You. Yes any medium threadlock will hold them. Think i used 2400, it seems to work.

[@SuperViper29]

Great tutorial! Thanks!

[@KevKam]

Thank You.

[@mickshere9642]

Thanks for sharing, I'll add it to my saved list :-)

[@KevKam]

Glad it's of use. Thanks for the feedback. 😁

[@AVweb]

Good job on this. Answered my question. (:

[@KevKam]

Thank You.

[@marclucalain]

good job mate .

[@KevKam]

Thank's Marc. 🍔🍔🍔🍔😁

[@wilswood8137]

A great video 👍 Might be worth mentioning though not to anchor on the brakes for a few miles, try and gently bed them in ( or at least that’s what I was told )

[@KevKam]

Thanks. Yes I hope common sense prevails. I also forgot to add that rims can be protected by using masking tape if people are worried. I’ve known shops to chip rims when removing callipers.

[@panzerpunisher7028]

Well done!! I just miss a mention of the sort of cleaning fluid used.

[@KevKam]

Panzer Punisher Thanks. Hi, there are so many available. I Think it was a generic motorcycle cleaner/de greaser, poured In an old spray bottle. Nothing fancy.

[@panzerpunisher7028]

Sporty1290GT thanks!!! I’d hate to use WD40 and find out the hard way that’s the wrong one. 😄

[@hailboognish3858]

My 07 SD 990 appears to have 4 separate pads for each side, the one on the right is crudded right up. I was wondering if I could just disassemble the brake itself using the two or three bolts that hold it together to clean it out thoroughly.

[@KevKam]

I just looked at pix of the 990, I see what you mean. Have a go at one side. The principle does look the same 👍

[@juanjesusalvareziglesias2708]

Torx 30

[@KevKam]

Just checked Front caliper T45 Torx. Brake reservoir T20 I'll add this to the main description.

[@RSteve-gd8kj]

Sporty, I just replaced tires so while I had the wheels and brakes unmounted I bought EBC HH Pads. I think I'll wait until winter to do a proper cleaning and brake pad replacement. Aren't you supposed to lubricate with brake grease the contact points between the pads and calipers? Grease between the pads and pistons to avoid brake noise? This neophyte needs to know.

[@KevKam]

Hi - It's not something i've ever done on any of my bikes but I have hear/read of copper grease being used carefully on moving parts. My CB1000 R had thin "shims" to stop noise, once I forgot to put them back. I could hear a faint rattle when breaking hard, so I know shims prevent rattle (if replaced) but never had any problem not using grease with any other bike. Personally I'm not keen on grease anywhere near my brakes, it collects dust, dirt and burns when hot.. Btw - Had to google "neophyte " so thanks, learnt a new word this morning 😁

[@robertoamaya1265]

Hi! EBC HH part number?

[@RSteve-gd8kj]

@@robertoamaya1265 FA447HH EBC HH "Double H" Superbike Front Brake Pads KTM / 1290 Super Duke R

[@DEllis24RIP]

from reading the owners manual it says to fully apply the front brake while tightening the cap. bolts.

[@KevKam]

There's a manual!! 😬 Another good point ta 👍 I can see how it would help ensure the pads and calipers are square against the disc.

[@richardmorton5650]

Thanks for the vid, what are you using on your handgrips to stop them wearing too much?? Cheers Rich

[@KevKam]

Well spotted. I buy cricket bat handle rubber from ebay. It wears out roughly every 1-2 years depending on how excited I get in the mountain twisties. Does come in different styles and colours. www.ebay.co.uk/itm/262128968621?hash=item3d081aa3ad:g:RyYAAOSw1ZBbtNSJ

[@richardmorton5650]

Brilliant!! Saves buying new grips @£150+...top tip...

[@TheLowabot]

Did you have problem with brake sounds when pushing the bike or in slow speeds?

[@KevKam]

Good question. No weird brake sounds on this bike yet. I just like to give the callipers etc a good clean once in a while when the pads get changed. 👍🏻

[@michaelpitcock2834]

Sporty, Noticed the thickness of front pads. What brand & compound? MjP

[@KevKam]

HI - This is the link to the ones I fitted. I like sintered pads. www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2x-Pairs-of-KTM-Super-Duke-1290R-GT-Brembo-HH-Sintered-Brake-Pads-61313030000/123125389107?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

[@mounierchristophe3485]

Hi what product do you use to clean the calipers they are like new thank you

[@KevKam]

Thanks, they do come up nice. This time I used ''Muc-off Motorcycle cleaner'', but washing up liquid works just as well and these days is a LOT cheaper. Using a soft brush works very well to get the grime off.

[@mounierchristophe3485]

@@KevKam thanks for the answer.

[@jeffray2869]

How many miles did you have at time of Pad change? Thanks

[@KevKam]

Hi - I replaced them at 12,350 miles (19,875km).

[@jeffray2869]

@@KevKam Thank you....mine were like a little more than half gone at 6500 miles....Good Video!!

[@g33keh76]

which pads do you use/buy please?

[@KevKam]

Hi. Good Q. These are the front pads I bought. Thanks, ill now stick this link in the details of the video 👍 ://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F121597562745

[@g33keh76]

@@KevKam Thanks! I need to get some replacements soon myself, great demo vid too!

[@KevKam]

@@g33keh76 Cheers man. 😎