EBR 1190

Brake fluid capacity & service interval

EBR 1190 uses brake fluid with a capacity range between min and max. Service intervals require a change every 24 months. The data covers 4 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
1190 RX (2015- )
  • Use: Normal
  • Between min and max.
  • Change 24 months
1190 SX (2015- )
  • Use: Normal
  • Between min and max.
  • Change 24 months
1190 RX (2014-2014)
  • Use: Normal
  • Between min and max.
  • Change 24 months
1190 SX (2014-2014)
  • Use: Normal
  • Between min and max.
  • Change 24 months

Additional Notes

  • The EBR 1190 brake fluid specification applies to a combined hydraulic system serving both the brakes and the clutch, meaning a single fluid reservoir network handles actuation for both functions.
  • Rather than a fixed volume fill quantity, the 1190 RX and 1190 SX specifications define the correct fluid level as falling between the minimum and maximum marks on the reservoir, which is standard practice for hydraulic systems where the exact volume varies with component wear and fluid expansion.
  • A 24-month change interval is specified under normal use conditions for all four configurations across the 1190 RX and 1190 SX. Brake fluid is hygroscopic, meaning it absorbs moisture from the atmosphere over time, which lowers its boiling point and reduces braking performance regardless of mileage accumulated.
  • The 24-month interval is time-based rather than distance-based, reflecting that moisture absorption in brake fluid occurs through calendar time rather than through riding activity alone.
  • The 1190 RX and 1190 SX share identical brake fluid specifications for both the 2014 model year and the 2015 starting year, indicating no divergence in hydraulic system requirements between the road-focused RX and the supermoto-oriented SX variants.

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