KTM F9903T5, Owner'S Manual

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15 WHEELS, TIRES
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Warning
Danger of crashing Different tire tread patterns on the front and rear wheel impair the handling charac-
teristic.
Different tire tread patterns can make the vehicle significantly more difficult to control.
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Make sure that only tires with a similar tire tread pattern are fitted to the front and rear wheel.
Warning
Danger of accidents Non-approved or non-recommended tires and wheels impact the handling character-
istic.
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Only use tires/wheels approved by KTM with the corresponding speed index.
Warning
Danger of accidents New tires have reduced road grip.
The contact surface on new tires is not yet roughened.
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Run in new tires with moderate riding at alternating angles.
Running-in phase
200 km (124 mi)
Info
Tire type, tire condition, and tire pressure influence the braking and handling characteristics of the vehi-
cle.
Worn tires are particularly unfavorable on wet surfaces.