KTM 1190 RC8 R Track, Руководство пользователя

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CLEANING, CARE
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17.1
Cleaning the motorcycle
Note
Material damage Damage and destruction of components by high-pressure cleaning equipment.
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Never clean the vehicle with high-pressure cleaning equipment or a strong water-jet. The excessive pressure can penetrate electri-
cal components, socket connects, throttle cables, and bearings, etc., and can damage or destroy these parts.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Info
To maintain the value and appearance of the motorcycle over a long period, clean it regularly.
Avoid direct sunshine when cleaning the motorcycle.
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Close off the exhaust system to keep water from entering.
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Remove loose dirt first with a soft jet of water.
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Spray very dirty parts with a normal commercial engine cleaner and then brush off
with a soft brush.
Motorcycle cleaner ( p. 120)
Info
Clean the vehicle with warm water containing normal motorcycle cleaner
and a soft sponge.
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After rinsing the motorcycle with a gentle spray of water, allow it to dry thoroughly.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to wet or dirty brakes.
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Clean or dry dirty or wet brakes by riding and braking gently.
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After cleaning, ride the vehicle a short distance until the engine warms up, and
then apply the brakes.
The heat causes water to evaporate from inaccessible parts of the engine and
brakes.
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After the motorcycle has cooled off, lubricate all moving parts and bearings.
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Clean the chain. ( p. 61)
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Treat all painted parts with a mild lacquer care spray.
Paint cleaner and polish for high-gloss and matte finishes, bare metal and plastic
surfaces (
p. 120)
17.2
Storage
Info
If you want to garage the motorcycle for a longer period, take the following actions.
Before storing the motorcycle, check all parts for function and wear. If service, repairs or replacements are necessary, you
should do this during the storage period (less workshop overload). In this way, you can avoid long workshop waiting times at the
start of the new season.
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Make sure the tank is as empty as possible so that you can fill up with fresh fuel
when you put the motorcycle back into operation.
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Clean the motorcycle. ( p. 91)
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Change the engine oil and filter, clean the oil screen. x ( p. 87)
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Check the coolant level. ( p. 80)
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Check the antifreeze.
x
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Check the tire pressure. ( p. 75)
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Remove the battery.
x
( p. 76)