KTM 250 EXC-F EU 2010, Owner'S Manual

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8 PREPARING FOR USE
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Hold the handlebar firmly with both hands and keep your feet on the footrests when riding.
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If you carry any baggage, make sure you fix it firmly as close as possible to the center of the vehicle and ensure even weight distri-
bution between the front and rear wheels.
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Motorcycles react sensitively to any changes of weight distribution.
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Do not exceed maximum permissible weight and maximum permissible axle loads.
Guideline
Maximum permissible overall weight 335 kg (739 lb.)
Maximum permissible front axle load 145 kg (320 lb.)
Maximum permissible rear axle load 190 kg (419 lb.)
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Check the spoke tension. ( p. 90)
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The spoke tension must be checked after half an hour of operation.
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Run in the engine. ( p. 31)
8.2 Running-in the engine
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During the running-in phase, do not exceed the specified engine speed and engine performance.
Guideline
Maximum engine speed
During the first operating hour 7,000 rpm
Maximum engine performance
During the first 3 operating hours
≤
75 %
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Avoid fully opening the throttle!
8.3 Preparing the vehicle for difficult riding conditions
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Use of the vehicle under difficult conditions, such as on sand or on wet and muddy surfaces, can lead to considerably more
rapid wear of components such as the drive train, brake system, or suspension components. For this reason, it may be neces-
sary to inspect or replace parts before the next scheduled service.
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KTM recommends that you use the specified engine oil for difficult riding conditions and to increase performance.
Engine oil (SAE 10W/60) (00062010035) ( p. 124)
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Clean the air filter and air filter box. ( p. 64)
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Check the air filter approx. every 30 minutes.
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Seal the air filter box. ( p. 64)
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Additionally secure the rubber grip. ( p. 76)
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Check the connector for humidity and corrosion and to ensure it is firmly seated.
» If humidity, corrosion or damage is found:
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Clean and dry the connector, or change it if necessary.
Difficult riding conditions are:
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Rides on dry sand. ( p. 32)
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Rides on wet sand. ( p. 32)
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Rides on wet and muddy surfaces. ( p. 33)
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Rides at high temperature and slow speed. ( p. 33)
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Rides at low temperature or in snow. ( p. 33)