KTM 450 XC, Руководство пользователя

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RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
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Riding downhill
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Warning
Danger of accidents Danger of accidents when riding on slopes.
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Always check the terrain before riding onto a slope.
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Never ride on a slope with an inclination of more than 25°.
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Never ride on a slope that exceeds your driving skills.
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Never ride down a slope backward. If you activate the rear brake, the vehicle
will roll over.
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When you come to a standstill, always dismount from the vehicle and turn it.
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Never ride on a slope with a slippery surface. The vehicle can easily go out of
control and roll over.
Note
Material damage Damage to vehicle after fall or rollover.
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Perform a vehicle check as is done everytime before you start to ride.
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Always ride straight up or down a slope and never at a slant.
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Engage a gear with which you can ride all the way down the slope.
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Shift your body weight to the rear and ride cautiously without opening the throttle.
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Keep your vehicle speed and engine speed as constant as possible.
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Always be prepared to jump sideways off the vehicle should it go out of control.
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Brake by mainly applying the rear brake; the rear wheels should not become blocked.