Preparing For Use; Advice On Preparing For First Use - KTM 125 DUKE 2022 Owner's Manual

8 PREPARING FOR USE

8.1
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Ensure that the pre-sales inspection work has been carried out by an authorized KTM workshop.
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Read the entire Owner's Manual before riding for the first time.
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Get to know the controls.
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Get used to the handling characteristic of the motorcycle on suitable terrain before undertaking a more chal-
lenging ride. Also, ride as slowly as possible to get a better feeling for the motorcycle.
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Hold the handlebar firmly with both hands and keep your feet on the footrests when riding.
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Run the engine in. (
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Advice on preparing for first use

Danger
Danger of accidents A rider who is not fit to ride poses a danger to him or herself and others.
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Do not operate the vehicle if you are not fit to ride due to alcohol, drugs or medication.
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Do not operate the vehicle if you are physically or mentally impaired.
Warning
Risk of injury Missing or poor protective clothing presents an increased safety risk.
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Wear appropriate protective clothing such as helmet, boots, gloves as well as trousers and a jacket
with protectors on all rides.
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Always wear protective clothing that is in good condition and meets the legal regulations.
Warning
Danger of crashing Different tire tread patterns on the front and rear wheel impair the handling charac-
teristic.
Different tire tread patterns can make the vehicle significantly more difficult to control.
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Make sure that only tires with a similar tire tread pattern are fitted to the front and rear wheel.
Warning
Danger of accidents Non-approved or non-recommended tires and wheels impact the handling character-
istic.
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Only use tires/wheels approved by KTM with the corresponding speed index.
Warning
Danger of accidents New tires have reduced road grip.
The contact surface on new tires is not yet roughened.
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Run in new tires with moderate riding at alternating angles.
Running-in phase
Info
When using the vehicle, remember that others may feel disturbed by excessive noise.
The delivery certificate is transferred upon vehicle handover.
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200 km (124 mi)