Motorcycle Traction Control (Optional) (Mtc) - KTM 2016 690 DUKE Owner's Manual

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Motorcycle traction control (optional) (MTC)

The motorcycle traction control (MTC) lowers the engine torque in case of loss of traction
in the rear wheel. Depending on the motorcycle traction control setting, a slight slip on the
rear wheel may be desirable.
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When motorcycle traction control is switched off, the rear wheel may spin during
strong acceleration and on surfaces with low grip.
After the ignition is switched back on, motorcycle traction control is enabled again.
Motorcycle traction control is controlled via the "Drive Mode" (
K00396-01
combination instrument. Motorcycle traction control can be switched off in the "MTC/ABS"
menu.
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When motorcycle traction control is active, the TC lamp
When motorcycle traction control is switched off, the TC lamp
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flashes.
lights up.