Preparing For Rides On Wet Sand; Preparing For Rides On Wet And Muddy Surfaces - KTM 85 SX 19/16 2017 Owner's Manual

7 PREPARING FOR USE
7.5

Preparing for rides on wet sand

7.6

Preparing for rides on wet and muddy surfaces

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Check the radiator cap.
Value on the radiator cap
» If the indicated value does not correspond to the required value:
L00021-10
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Change the radiator cap.
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Fit a waterproofing device on the air filter.
Waterproofing device for air filter (59006021000)
Info
See the KTM PowerParts fitting instructions.
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Adjust the carburetor jetting and setting.
Info
M01073-01
Your authorized KTM workshop can recommend the right carburetor tuning.
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Clean the chain.
Chain cleaner (
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Fit the steel sprocket.
Tip
Do not grease the chain.
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Clean the radiator fins.
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Straighten bent radiator fins carefully.
600868-01
Condition
Regular use in sand
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Change the piston every 10 operating hours.
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Fit a rain cover on the air filter.
Waterproofing device for air filter (59006021000)
Info
See the KTM PowerParts fitting instructions.
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Adjust the carburetor jetting and the setting.
Info
M01073-01
Your authorized KTM workshop can recommend the right carburetor tuning.
Warning
Danger of scalding During motorcycle operation, the coolant gets
very hot and is under pressure.
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Do not open the radiator, the radiator hoses or other cooling sys-
tem components if the engine or the cooling system are at oper-
ating temperature.
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Allow the cooling system and the engine to cool down before you
open the radiator, the radiator hoses or other components of the
cooling system.
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In the event of scalding, rinse the area affected immediately
with lukewarm water.
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1.8 bar (26 psi)
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