Preparing For Use After Storage - KTM 125 Duke Owner's Manual

19 STORAGE
19.2

Preparing for use after storage

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Raise the motorcycle with the front wheel stand. (
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Cover the motorcycle with a tarp or similar cover that is permeable to air.
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Do not use non-porous materials since they prevent humidity from escaping,
thus causing corrosion.
Avoid running the engine for a short time only. Since the engine cannot warm
up properly, the water vapor produced during combustion condenses and causes
valves and exhaust system to rust.
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Take the motorcycle off of the front wheel stand. (
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Take the motorcycle off of the rear wheel stand. (
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Install the battery.
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Set the clock. (
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Perform checks and maintenance steps when preparing for use. (
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Take a test ride.
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