KTM rc8 r, Owner'S Manual

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8 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
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Press the emergency OFF switch into the position .
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Switch on the ignition by turning the black programming key to the position ON .
After you switch on the ignition, you can hear the fuel pump working for about two
seconds. The function test of the combination instrument is run at the same time.
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Shift into neutral.
The green idling speed indicator lamp
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lights up.
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Press the electric starter button .
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Do not press the electric starter button until the function test of the combination
instrument is finished.
When starting the engine,
DO NOT apply the throttle. If you apply the throttle
during the starting procedure, the engine management shuts off the injectors
and the engine will not start.
Press the starter for a maximum of 5 seconds. Wait for a least 5 seconds before
trying again.
This motorcycle is equipped with a safety start system. You can only start the
engine if the transmission is in neutral or if the clutch is pulled when a gear is
engaged. If the side stand is folded down and you shift into gear and release the
clutch, the engine stops.
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Take the weight off the side stand and swing it upwards with your foot as far as it will
go.
8.3 Starting off
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Pull the clutch lever, shift into first gear, release the clutch slowly and at the same time open the throttle.