KTM Freeride 250 F 2018, Owner'S Manual

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9 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
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Take the motorcycle off side stand
1
and secure the side
stand with rubber band
2
.
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Shift gear to neutral.
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Turn the key in the ignition lock to the position .
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Turn the emergency OFF switch to the position .
Condition
Ambient temperature: < 20 °C (< 68 °F)
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Push the cold start button in all the way.
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Press the electric starter button .
Info
Press the electric starter button for a maximum of 5
seconds. Wait for 30 seconds before a further attempt
at starting.
At temperatures below 15 °C (60 °F), several attempts
at starting may be necessary to warm-up the lithium-ion
battery and thereby increase the starting power.
During the starting process, the malfunction indicator
lamp lights up.
9.3 Starting off
Info
When you are riding, the side stand must be folded up and secured with the rubber band.
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Pull the clutch lever, engage 1st gear, release the clutch lever slowly and simultaneously open the throttle
carefully.
9.4 Shifting, riding
Warning
Danger of accidents If you change down at high engine speed, the rear wheel blocks and the engine
races.
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Do not change into a low gear at high engine speed.
Info
If you hear unusual noises while riding, stop immediately, switch off the engine and contact an authorized
KTM workshop.
First gear is used for starting off or for steep inclines.
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When conditions allow (incline, road situation, etc.), you can shift into a higher gear. To do so, release the
throttle while simultaneously pulling the clutch lever, shift into the next gear, release the clutch, and open
the throttle.
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After reaching maximum speed by fully opening the throttle grip, turn the throttle back so it is ¾ open. This
will barely reduce the speed but fuel consumption will be considerably lower.
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Always open the throttle only as much as the engine can handle
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abrupt throttle opening increases fuel con-
sumption.
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To shift down, brake and close the throttle at the same time.