Filler Cap; Fuel Tap; Choke Knob; Shift Lever - KTM 250 SX 2003 Owner's Handbook Manual

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Filler cap

To open it: turn filler cap counter-clockwise.
To close it: put filler cap back on and tighten it by turning it clockwise. Install
tank breather hose
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Fuel tap

OFF In this position the fuel tap is closed. No fuel can flow to the carburetor.
ON When the motorcycle is running the grip is must be in the ON position
ON

Choke knob

When pulling the choke knob
the carburetor. Through this bore the engine can take in additional fuel. This
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results in a rich fuel-air mixture, that is needed for a cold start.
When pressing the choke knob downward in the carburetor, the bore is clo-
sed again.

Shift lever

The shift lever is mounted on the left side of the engine. The position of the
gears is shown in the illustration. Neutral, or the idle speed, is located bet-
ween first and second gear.
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to enable fuel to flow to the carburetor. The tank will drain completely
in this position.
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fully towards the top, a bore is opened in