KTM Freeride 250 F 2018, Owner'S Manual

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PREPARING FOR USE 8
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Adjust the basic position of the foot brake lever. ( p. 90)
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Adjust the basic position of the shift lever. ( p. 121)
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Get used to handling the motorcycle on a suitable surface before undertaking a more challenging trip.
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When off road, it is recommended that you are accompanied by another person on another vehicle so
that you can help each other.
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Try also to ride as slowly as possible and in a standing position to get a better feeling for the motorcycle.
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Do not make any off-road trips that exceed 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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If you carry any luggage, make sure you fix it firmly as close as possible to the center of the vehicle and
ensure even weight distribution 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 the maximum permissible weight and the maximum permissible axle loads.
Guideline
Maximum permissible overall weight 280 kg (617 lb.)
Maximum permissible front axle load 110 kg (243 lb.)
Maximum permissible rear axle load 170 kg (375 lb.)
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Check the spoke tension. ( p. 100)
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The spoke tension must be checked after half an hour of operation.
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Run the engine in. ( p. 35)
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 Starting power of lithium-ion batteries at low temperatures
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Lithium-ion batteries are far lighter than lead batteries, have a low
self-discharge rate, and have more starting power at temperatures
over 15 °C (60 °F). At low temperatures, however, the starting
power of lithium-ion batteries drops to below that of lead batter-
ies.
Multiple starting attempts may be needed. Press the electric
starter button for 5 seconds, and wait 30 seconds between
attempts. The pauses are necessary so that the created heat can
distribute through the lithium-ion battery and the battery is not
damaged.