KTM 2008 1190 RC8 USA, Owner'S Manual

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RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
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Engine damage Engine overheating.
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If the coolant temperature warning lamp lights up, stop the vehicle and switch off the engine. Let the engine cool down, and then
check the coolant level in the radiator and top up if necessary. If you continue your journey with the coolant temperature warning lamp
on, you can cause an engine failure.
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If you hear unusual noises while riding, stop immediately, switch off the engine and contact an authorized KTM-RC8 workshop.
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When conditions allow (incline, road situation, etc.), you can shift into a higher gear.
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Release the throttle while simultaneously pulling the clutch lever, shift into the next
gear, release the clutch and open the throttle.
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For the positions of the 6 forward gears, see the illustration. The neutral or idle
position is between the first and second gear. First gear is used for starting off or
for steep inclines.
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When you reach maximum speed after fully opening the throttle, turn back the throttle
to about ¾ of its range; the speed hardly drops, but the fuel consumption falls consid-
erably.
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Open the throttle only as far as the road and weather conditions permit. Particularly in
bends, do not shift and open the throttle only very cautiously.
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To shift down, brake if necessary and close the throttle at the same time.
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Pull the clutch lever and shift into a lower gear, release the clutch lever slowly and open
the throttle or shift again.
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For example, if the engine stalls at a junction, just pull the clutch and press the electric
starter button. You do not need to shift into neutral.
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Switch off the engine if you expect to be standing for a long time.