
PUTTING INTO OPERATION
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6.1
Advice on first use
Warning
Danger of accidents
Physical and mental readiness of a child.
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Your child must be able to ride a bicycle and must be able to erect the vehicle independently after a fall. In addition, your
child must understand the regulations and instructions from you or from other guardians. Do not ask too much of your
child; participation in competitive activities should not be considered until your child's stamina, riding techniques and
motivation are at the necessary levels. Children often underestimate or fail to recognize dangerous situations; make it clear
to your child that it should not, under any circumstances, operate the vehicle without supervision and that your child may
only drive at speeds that are commensurate with the child's riding abilities and the road conditions.
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Only let your child ride on the vehicle if it is physically and mentally ready to operate the vehicle.
Warning
Risk of injury
Missing or poor protective clothing present an increased safety risk.
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Wear protective clothing (helmet, boots, gloves, pants and jacket with protectors) every time you ride the motorcycle. You
and your child should always used protective clothing that is in good condition and meets the legal requirements. When
you ride a motorcycle, set an example for your child and wear suitable protective clothing.
Warning
Danger of crashing
Poor vehicle handling due to different tire tread patterns on front and rear wheels.
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The front and rear wheels must be fitted with tires with similar tread patterns to prevent loss of control over the vehicle.
Warning
Danger of accidents
Critical riding behavior due to inappropriate riding.
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Ensure that your child adjusts the riding speed to the road conditions and to his or her riding abilities.
Warning
Danger of accidents
Accident risk caused by presence of a passenger.
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Your vehicle is not designed to carry passengers. Do not ride with a passenger.
Warning
Danger of accidents
Brake system failure.
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If the foot brake lever is not released, the brake linings drag permanently. The rear brake can fail due to overheating.
Ensure that your child raises his or her foot from the foot brake lever when the child does not want to brake.
Warning
Danger of accidents
Destruction of chassis components.
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Do not exceed the maximum allowable rider weight.
Warning
Risk of misappropriation
Usage by unauthorized persons.
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Never leave the vehicle while the engine is running. Secure the vehicle against use by unauthorized persons.
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When using your motorcycle, remember that others may feel disturbed by excessive noise.
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Make sure that the pre-delivery inspection work has been carried out by an authorized KTM workshop.
You receive a delivery certificate and the service record at vehicle handover.
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Carefully read the entire owner's manual together with your child before going for the first ride.
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Pay special attention to the safety warnings and injury risks.
Explain to your child the techniques of riding and falling, e.g. how shifting weight can influence handling characteristics.
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Familiarize your child with the controls.
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Adjust the basic position of clutch lever. (
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Adjust the basic position of the hand brake lever. (
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Adjust the basic position of the foot brake lever.
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Before using the vehicle for the first time, ensure that the basic settings of the chassis are suitable for the weight of your child.
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