Braking; Stopping, Parking - KTM 350 EXC-F 2023 Owner's Manual

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Pull the clutch lever and shift into a lower gear, release the clutch lever slowly, and either open the throttle or
shift again.
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Switch off the engine if running at idle speed or stationary for a long time.
Guideline
≥ 2 min
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Avoid frequent and lengthy slipping of the clutch. This causes the engine oil, engine and cooling system to
heat up.
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Ride at a low engine speed instead of at a high engine speed with a slipping clutch.
9.5

Braking

Warning
Danger of accidents Excessively forceful application of the brakes blocks the wheels.
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Adjust application of the brakes to the respective riding situation and riding surface conditions.
Warning
Danger of accidents A spongy pressure point on the front or rear brake reduces braking efficiency.
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Check the brake system and do not continue riding until the problem is eliminated. (Your authorized
KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
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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On sandy, wet, or slippery surfaces, use the rear brake.
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Always finish braking before you go into a bend. Change down to a lower gear appropriate to your road speed.
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Use the braking effect of the engine on long downhill stretches. Change down one or two gears, but do not
over-rev the engine. You will have to apply the brakes far less frequently as a result and the brake system will
not overheat.
9.6

Stopping, parking

Warning
Risk of injury People who act without authorization may not be familiar with the vehicle.
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Do not leave the vehicle unattended if the engine is running.
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Protect the vehicle against access by unauthorized persons.
Warning
Danger of burns Some vehicle components become very hot when the vehicle is operated.
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Do not touch any parts such as the exhaust system, radiator, engine, shock absorber, or brake system
before the vehicle parts have cooled down.
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Let the vehicle parts cool down before you perform any work on the vehicle.
Note
Fire hazard Hot vehicle components pose a fire hazard and explosion risk.
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Do not park the vehicle near to materials which are highly flammable or explosive.
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Allow the vehicle to cool down before covering it.
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