GAS GAS MC 85 2023, Owner'S Manual

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7 PREPARING FOR USE
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7.5 Preparing the vehicle for rides on wet sand
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Make sure that no radiator covers ( p. 85) are installed.
V00814-01
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Check the radiator cap.
Value on the radiator cap 1.8 bar (26 psi)
» If the indicated value does not correspond to the setpoint value:
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 system components if the engine
or the cooling system are at operating temper-
ature.
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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.
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Change the radiator cap.
M01107-01
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Adjust the carburetor jetting and setting.
Info
The recommended carburetor tuning is available from your
authorized GASGAS Motorcycles workshop.
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Clean the chain.
Chain cleaner ( p. 119)
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Grease the chain.
Universal oil spray ( p. 120)
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Clean the radiator fins.
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Straighten the bent radiator fins carefully.
Condition
Regular use in sand
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Change the piston every 10 operating hours.
7.6 Preparing the vehicle for rides on wet and muddy circuits
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Make sure that no radiator covers ( p. 85) are installed.
M01107-01
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Adjust the carburetor jetting and setting.
Info
The recommended carburetor tuning is available from your
authorized GASGAS Motorcycles workshop.
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Clean the motorcycle. ( p. 103)
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Straighten the bent radiator fins carefully.