KTM 2012 350 EXC-F SIX DAYS, Owner'S Manual

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STORAGE
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18.1
Storage
Warning
Danger of poisoning
Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Avoid contact between fuel and skin, eyes and clothing. Do not inhale fuel vapors. If fuel gets into your eyes, rinse immedi-
ately with water and contact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If fuel is swallowed, con-
tact a doctor immediately. Change clothing that has come into contact with fuel. Store fuel in a suitable canister according
to regulations and keep it out of the reach of children.
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If you want to garage the motorcycle for a longer period, take the following steps.
Before storing the motorcycle, check all parts for function and wear. If service, repairs or replacements are necessary, you
should do this during the storage period (less workshop overload). In this way, you can avoid long workshop waiting times at the
start of the new season.
401058-01
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Clean the motorcycle. ( p. 93)
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Change the engine oil and oil filter, clean the oil screen. x ( p. 90)
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Check the antifreeze and coolant level. ( p. 85)
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Drain the fuel from the tank into a suitable container.
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Check the tire air pressure. ( p. 77)
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Remove the battery.
x
( p. 78)
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Charge the battery.
x
( p. 78)
Guideline
Storage temperature of battery without
direct sunlight 0… 35 °C (32… 95 °F)
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Store the vehicle in a dry location that is not subject to large fluctuations in tem-
perature.
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KTM recommends raising the motorcycle.
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Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 42)
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Cover the motorcycle with a porous sheet or blanket. Do not use non-porous materi-
als since they prevent humidity from escaping, thus causing corrosion.
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Avoid running the engine for a short time only. Since the engine cannot
warm up properly, the water vapor produced during combustion condenses
and causes valves and exhaust system to rust.
18.2
Preparing for use after storage
401059-01
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 42)
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Install the battery.
x
( p. 78)
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Refuel. ( p. 31)
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Perform checks and maintenance work when preparing the vehicle for use.
( p. 29)
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Take a test ride.