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PREPARING FOR USE
8.7
Preparing for rides at high temperature and slow speed
8.8
Preparing for riding at low temperatures or in snow
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Mount the steel sprocket.
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Clean the motorcycle. (
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Carefully align bent radiator fins.
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Check the radiator cap.
Value on the radiator cap
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If the displayed value does not correspond to the setpoint value:
M01129-01
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Change the radiator cap.
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Adjust the secondary drive to the road conditions.
Info
The transmission oil heats up quickly when the clutch is operated frequently
due to an excessively high secondary drive.
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Clean the chain.
Chain cleaner (
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Clean the radiator fins.
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Straighten bent radiator fins carefully.
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Check the coolant level. (
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Mount the rain cover for the air filter.
Waterproofing device for air filter (79006921000)
Info
Follow the KTM PowerParts mounting instructions.
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Adjust the carburetor jetting and setting.
Info
M01106-01
Your authorized KTM workshop can recommend the right carburetor tuning.
p. 115)
Warning
Danger of scalding During motorcycle operation, the coolant gets
very hot and is under pressure.
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Do not open the radiator, the radiator hoses or other cooling sys-
tem components if the engine or the cooling system are at oper-
ating temperature.
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Allow the cooling system and the engine to cool down before you
open the radiator, the radiator hoses or other components of the
cooling system.
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In the event of scalding, rinse the area affected immediately
with lukewarm water.
p. 143)
p. 100)
1.8 bar (26 psi)
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