Stopping, Parking - KTM 125 DUKE 2022 Owner's Manual

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Use the braking effect of the engine on long downhill stretches. Shift back one or two gears, but do not over-
rev the engine when doing so. This means that significantly less braking is required and the brake system
does not overheat.
9.6

Stopping, parking

Warning
Risk of injury People who act without authorization endanger themselves and others.
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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.
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Lock the steering and remove the ignition key if you leave the vehicle unattended.
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
Material damage The vehicle may be damaged by incorrect procedure when parking.
Significant damage may be caused if the vehicle rolls away or falls over.
The components for parking the vehicle are designed only for the weight of the vehicle.
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Park the vehicle on a firm and level surface.
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Ensure that nobody sits on the vehicle when the vehicle is parked on a stand.
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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Apply the brakes on the motorcycle.
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Shift the transmission into neutral.
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Switch off the ignition by turning the ignition key to the position
Info
If the engine is switched off with the emergency OFF switch and the ignition remains switched on in
the ignition lock, the power supply to most electrical power consumers remains uninterrupted and this
discharges the 12-V battery. You should therefore always switch off the engine with the ignition lock –
the emergency OFF switch is intended for emergencies only.
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Park the motorcycle on a firm surface.
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Swing side stand forward with your foot as far as it will go and lean the vehicle on it.
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Lock the steering. ( p. 16)
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