Running In The Engine; Preparing The Vehicle For Difficult Riding Conditions; Preparing Vehicle For Rides On Dry Sand - KTM 85 SX 2019 Owner's Manual

7 PREPARING FOR USE
7.2
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During the running-in phase, do not exceed the specified engine performance.
Guideline
Maximum engine performance
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Avoid fully opening the throttle!
7.3
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Clean the air filter and air filter box.
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Check the electrical connector for humidity and corrosion and to ensure it is firmly seated.
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Difficult riding conditions are:
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7.4
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Running in the engine

During the first 3 operating hours
During the first 5 operating hours

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 compo-
nents. For this reason, it may be necessary to inspect or replace parts before the next scheduled service.
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Check the air filter approx. every 30 minutes.
If humidity, corrosion, or damage is found:
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Clean and dry the connector, or change it if necessary.
Rides on dry sand. ( p. 22)
Rides on wet sand. ( p. 24)
Rides on wet and muddy circuits. (
Rides at high temperatures or slow riding. (
Riding at low temperatures and in snow. (

Preparing vehicle for rides on dry sand

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< 70 %
< 100 %
( p. 55)
p. 25)
p. 25)
p. 26)
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Make sure that no radiator covers (
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Check the radiator cap.
Value on the radiator cap
» If the indicated value does not correspond to the setpoint
value:
p. 88) are installed.
1.8 bar (26 psi)