KTM 450 XC, Owner'S Manual

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CLEANING
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After rinsing the vehicle with a gentle water spray, allow it to dry thoroughly.
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Clean and dry the air filter box.
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Empty the carburetor float chamber. x ( p. 161)
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking due to wet or dirty brakes.
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Clean or dry dirty or wet brakes by riding and braking gently.
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After cleaning, ride the vehicle a short distance until the engine warms up, and then apply the brakes.
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The heat produced causes water at inaccessible positions in the engine and the brakes to evaporate.
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Push back the protection covers on the handlebar instruments to allow water to evaporate.
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After the vehicle has cooled off, oil or grease all moving parts and bearings.
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Clean the chain. ( p. 97)
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Treat bare metal parts (except for brake discs and exhaust system) with anti-corrosion materials.
Cleaning and polishing materials for metal, rubber and plastic ( p. 197)
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Treat all painted parts with a mild paint polish.
High-luster polish for paint ( p. 198)
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To prevent electrical problems, treat electric contacts and switches with contact spray.
Contact spray ( p. 197)