KTM 85 SX 17/14, Руководство пользователя

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7 PREPARING FOR USE
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Accustom your child to the handling of the motorcycle on suitable terrain, preferably on a large open meadow.
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To give your child a feel for the brake system, you should push your child at first. Do not start the engine until your child is
able to apply the necessary front brake pressure.
Initially, let your child drive to another person who can help your child stop and turn.
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Erect obstacles for your child to navigate around to accustom your child to handling the vehicle.
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Your child should also try to ride as slowly as possible and in a standing position to get a better feeling for the vehicle.
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Do not let your child ride on terrain that exceed your child's capabilities and experience.
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Your child should hold the handlebar firmly with both hands and keep his or her feet on the footrests when riding.
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Do not exceed the maximum allowable rider weight.
Guideline
Maximum rider weight 75 kg (165 lb.)
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Check the spoke tension. ( p. 65)
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The spoke tension must be checked after riding the motorcycle for half an hour.
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Run the engine in. ( p. 16)
7.2 Running in the engine
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During the running-in phase, do not exceed the specified engine performance.
Guideline
Maximum engine performance
During the first 3 operating hours < 70 %
During the first 5 operating hours < 100 %
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Avoid fully opening the throttle!
7.3 Preparing the vehicle for difficult riding conditions
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Use of the vehicle under difficult conditions, such as on sand or on wet and muddy surfaces, can lead to considerably more
rapid wear of components such as the drive train, brake system, or suspension components. For this reason, it may be neces-
sary to inspect or replace parts before the next scheduled service.
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Seal the air filter box. x ( p. 43)
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Clean the air filter and air filter box.
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( p. 42)
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Check the air filter approx. every 30 minutes.
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Additionally secure the rubber grip. ( p. 50)
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Check the electrical connector for humidity and corrosion and to ensure it is firmly seated.
» If humidity, corrosion, or damage is found:
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Clean and dry the connector, or change it if necessary.
Difficult riding conditions are:
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Rides on dry sand. ( p. 17)
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Rides on wet sand. ( p. 17)
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Rides on wet and muddy surfaces. ( p. 18)
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Rides at high temperature and slow speed. ( p. 18)
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Rides at low temperatures or in snow. ( p. 19)