KTM 125 EXE 2001, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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Tires, air pressure
Tire type, tire condition, and how much air pressure the tires have in them
affect the way your motorcycle rides, and they must therefore be checked
whenever you’re getting ready to go anywhere on your motorcycle.
Tire type and size can be found in the technical specifications and in the
homologation certificate
Tire condition has to be checked every time you want to ride your motor-
cycle. Before leaving check for punctures and nails or other sharp objects
that might have become embedded in the tire.
Refer to the specific regulations in your country for minimum tire tread
requirements. We recommend replacing tires at the latest when the tread is
down to 2 mm.
Tire pressure should be checked regularly on a “cold” tire. Proper pressure
ensures optimum driving comfort and extends the life of your tires.
WARNING
– D
O NOT MOUNT TIRES WHICH HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED BY
KTM. O
THER TIRES
COULD HAVE ADVERSE EFFECTS ON THE WAY YOUR MOTORCYCLE RIDES
.
– T
HE FRONT AND REAR WHEEL ARE ONLY ALLOWED TO BE TIRED WITH TIRES THAT
HAVE THE SAME PROFILE TYPE
.
– F
OR YOUR OWN SAFETY REPLACE DAMAGED TIRES IMMEDIATELY
.
– W
ORN TIRES CAN HAVE A NEGATIVE EFFECT ON HOW YOUR MOTORCYCLE PER
-
FORMS
,
ESPECIALLY ON WET SURFACES
– I
F AIR PRESSURE IS TOO LOW
,
ABNORMAL WEAR AND OVERHEATING OF THE TIRE CAN
RESULT
Checking spoke tension
The correct spoke tension is very important for the stability of the wheels
and thus for riding safety. A loose spoke causes the wheel to become unba-
lanced and before long other spokes will have come loose. Check spoke
tension, especially on a new motorcycle, in regular intervals. For checking,
tap on each spoke with the blade of a screwdriver (see photo). A clear tone
must be the result. Dull tones are indicators of loose spokes. If necessary,
have the spokes retightened and the wheel centered by a KTM dealer.
WARNING
S
POKES CAN TEAR IF YOU CONTINUE TO RIDE WITH THEM LOOSE
. T
HIS MAY LEAD TO AN
UNSTABLE HANDLING OF YOUR MOTORCYCLE
.
125 EXE 125 Supermoto
front rear front rear
Driver only 1,8 bar 2,0 bar 1,8 bar 2,1 bar
(26 psi) (29 psi) (26 psi) (30 psi)
Driver plus 2,0 bar 2,2 bar 2,0 bar 2,3 bar
passenger (29 psi) (32 psi) (29 psi) (33 psi)
AIR-PRESSURE