Applying The Brakes - KTM 200 Duke 2017 Owner's Manual

8 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
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If you hear unusual noises while riding, stop immediately, switch off the engine and contact an authorized KTM workshop.
8.5

Applying the brakes

Warning
Danger of accidents Moisture and dirt impair the brake system.
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Brake carefully several times to dry out and remove dirt from the brake linings and the brake discs.
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When conditions allow (incline, road situation, etc.), you can shift into a higher gear.
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Release the throttle while simultaneously pulling the clutch lever, shift into the next
gear, release the clutch and open the throttle.
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You can see the positions of the 6 forward gears in the figure. The neutral or idle
position is between the first and second gears. First gear is used for starting off
or for steep inclines.
The operating temperature is reached when 4 bars of the temperature indicator
light up.
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Accelerate only up to a speed suitable for the road surface and weather conditions. Par-
ticularly in bends, do not shift, and accelerate very carefully.
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To shift down, brake if necessary and close the throttle at the same time.
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Pull the clutch lever and shift into a lower gear, release the clutch lever slowly and open
the throttle or shift again.
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Switch off the engine if you expect to be standing for a long time.
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If the engine diagnosis warning lamp
off the engine, and contact an authorized KTM workshop.
lights up during a trip, stop immediately, switch
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