KTM 50 SX MINI 2010, Owner'S Manual

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GENERAL TIPS AND HINTS ON PUTTING INTO OPERATION
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6.1
Advice on first use
Warning
Danger of accidents Physical and mental readiness of a child.
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Your child must be able to ride a bicycle and must be able to erect the vehicle independently after a fall. In addition, your
child must understand the regulations and instructions from you or from other guardians. Do not ask too much of your
child; participation in a race should not be considered until your child's stamina, riding techniques and motivation are at
the necessary levels. Children often underestimate or fail to recognize dangerous situations; make it clear to your child that
it should not, under any circumstances, operate the vehicle without supervision and that your child may only drive at
speeds that are commensurate with the child's riding abilities and the road conditions.
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Only let your child ride on the vehicle if it is physically and mentally ready to operate the vehicle.
Warning
Risk of injury Missing or poor protective clothing present an increased safety risk.
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Wear protective clothing (helmet, boots, gloves, pants and jacket with protectors) every time you ride the motorcycle. You
and your child should always used protective clothing that is in good condition and meets the legal requirements. When
you ride a motorcycle, set an example for your child and wear suitable protective clothing.
Warning
Danger of crashing Impairment of handling characteristic due to different tire tread patterns on front and rear wheels.
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The front and rear wheels must be fitted with tires with similar tread patterns to prevent loss of control over the vehicle.
Warning
Danger of accidents Critical riding behavior due to inappropriate riding.
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Ensure that your child adjusts the riding speed to the road conditions and to his or her riding abilities.
Warning
Danger of accidents Accident risk caused by presence of a passenger.
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Your vehicle is not designed to carry passengers. Do not ride with a passenger.
Warning
Danger of accidents
Brake system failure.
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If the foot brake pedal is not released, the brake linings drag permanently. The rear brake can fail due to overheating.
Ensure that your child raises his or her foot from the foot brake pedal when the child does not want to brake.
Warning
Danger of accidents Destruction of chassis components.
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Do not exceed the maximum allowable rider weight.
Warning
Risk of misappropriation Usage by unauthorized persons.
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Never leave the vehicle while the engine is running. Secure the vehicle against use by unauthorized persons.
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When using your motorcycle, remember that others may feel disturbed by excessive noise.
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Make sure that the pre-delivery inspection work has been carried out by an authorized KTM workshop.
You receive a delivery certificate and the service record at vehicle handover.
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Carefully read the entire owner's manual together with your child before going for the first ride.
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Pay special attention to the safety warnings and injury risks.
Explain to your child the techniques of riding and falling, e.g. how shifting weight can influence handling characteristics.
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Familiarize your child with the controls.
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Adjust the basic position of the handbrake lever. ( p. 37)
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Adjust the basic position of the foot brake pedal. x ( p. 41)
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Before using the vehicle for the first time, ensure that the basic settings of the chassis are suitable for the weight of your child.
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Accustom your child to the handling of the motorcycle on suitable terrain, preferably on a large open meadow.