KTM 2015 200 Duke, Owner'S Manual

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8 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
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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.
Info
You can see the positions of the 6 forward gears in the figure. The neutral or idle
position is between the first and second gears. First gear is used for starting off
or for steep inclines.
The operating temperature is reached when 4 bars of the temperature indicator
light up.
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Accelerate only up to a speed suitable for the road surface and weather conditions. Par-
ticularly in bends, do not shift, and accelerate very carefully.
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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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Switch off the engine if you expect to be standing for a long time.
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If the engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up during a trip, stop immediately, switch
off the engine, and contact an authorized KTM workshop.
8.5 Applying the brakes
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to a wet or dirty brake system.
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Clean or dry a dirty or wet brake system by riding and braking gently.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency caused by spongy pressure point of front or rear brake.
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Check the brake system and do not continue riding. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)