KTM 125 Duke 2017, Owner'S Manual

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9 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
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When the ABS is enabled, you can achieve maximum braking power even on low grip surfaces such as sandy, wet, or slippery
terrain without locking of the wheels.
Warning
Danger of accidents The rear wheel can lock due to the engine braking effect.
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Pull in the clutch, if you perform emergency or full braking, or if you brake on a slippery ground.
Warning
Danger of accidents Banked or laterally sloping ground reduces the maximum possible delay.
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If possible finish braking before going into a bend.
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Always finish braking before you go into a bend. Change down to a lower gear appropriate to your road speed.
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Use the braking effect of the engine on long downhill stretches. Change down one or two gears, but do not over-rev the engine. In this
way, you have to brake far less and the brakes do not overheat.
9.6 Stopping, parking
Warning
Risk of injury People who act without authorization endanger themselves and others.
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Do not leave the vehicle unattended if the engine is running.
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Protect the vehicle against access by unauthorized persons.
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Lock the steering and remove the ignition key if you leave the vehicle unattended.
Warning
Danger of burns Some vehicle components become very hot when the vehicle is operated.
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Do not touch any parts such as the exhaust system, radiator, engine, shock absorber, or brake system before the vehicle parts
have cooled down.
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Let the vehicle parts cool down before you perform any work on the vehicle.