KTM 2012 505 SX, Owner'S Manual, Page: 21 / 197

CONTROLS
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5.1
Clutch lever
301774-10
The clutch lever
1
is fitted on the left side of the handlebar.
Possible states
• Clutch lever in neutral position
–
In this position, the engine is force-locked with the
gear and the starting circuit is interrupted. The electric starter does not turn over when
the electric starter button is pressed.
• Clutch lever pulled
–
In this position, the force lock between the engine and the gear
is broken and the starting circuit is closed. The electric starter turns over when the
electric starter button is pressed.
The clutch is hydraulically operated and self-adjusting.
5.2
Hot start lever
301775-10
Hot start lever
1
is fitted on the left side of the handlebar.
If you pull the hot start lever to the handlebar when starting the engine, an opening is
exposed in the carburetor through which the engine can draw additional air. This gives a
leaner fuel-air mixture, which is needed for a hot start.
Possible states
• Hot start function is activated
–
The hot start lever has been pulled all the way out.
• Hot start function is deactivated
–
The hot start lever has been pushed all the way in.