KTM 1190 RC8 R USA, Owner'S Manual

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8 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
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Do not park the vehicle near flammable or explosive substances. Do not place objects on the vehicle while it is still warm from being
run. Always let the vehicle cool first.
Note
Material damage
Damage to or destruction of components due to excessive load.
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The side stand is only designed for the weight of the motorcycle. Do no sit on the motorcycle when it is resting on the side stand. The
side stand or the frame may become damaged and the motorcycle may fall over.
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Apply the brakes.
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Shift into neutral.
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Switch off the ignition by turning the black programming key to the position
OFF
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If you switch off the engine with the emergency OFF switch but the ignition remains switched on at the ignition lock, power
continues to flow to most power consumers and the battery is soon discharged. Therefore, always switch off the engine with the
ignition key, the emergency OFF switch is provided for emergency situations only.
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Park the motorcycle on firm ground.
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Swing the side stand to the front with your foot as far as it will go, and lean the vehicle onto it.
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Lock the steering, by turning it to the left, press black ignition key down to position OFF and turn to position . In order to ease
steering lock engagement, move the handlebars gently back and forth. Remove the black ignition key.
8.7 Transport
Note
Danger of damage The parked vehicle may roll away or fall over.
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Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface.