KTM 690 Enduro R USA, Owner'S Manual

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7 PREPARING FOR USE
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Warning
Danger of accidents Failure of brake system.
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If the foot brake lever is not released, the brake linings drag continuously. The rear brake may fail due to overheating. Take your
foot off the foot brake lever when you are not braking.
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When using your vehicle, 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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Before your first trip, read the entire operating instructions carefully.
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Get to know the controls.
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adjust the basic position of clutch lever. ( p. 93)
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Adjust the free travel of the hand brake lever.
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Adjust the basic position of the foot brake lever. x ( p. 106)
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Get used to handling the motorcycle on a suitable piece of land before making a longer trip. Try also to ride as slowly as possible and
in a standing position to get a better feeling for the vehicle.
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Do not make any offroad trips that over-stress your ability and experience.
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Hold the handlebar firmly with both hands and keep your feet on the footrests when riding.
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Run the engine in. ( p. 43)
7.2 Running in the engine
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During the running-in phase, do not exceed the specified engine speed.