Stopping, Parking; Refueling - KTM 65 XC 2009 Owner's Manual

RIDING INSTRUCTIONS

Stopping, parking

7.6
Warning
Risk of misappropriation Usage by unauthorized persons.
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Never leave the vehicle while the engine is running. Secure the vehicle against use by unauthorized persons.
Warning
Danger of burns Some vehicle components get very hot when the machine is driven.
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Do not touch hot components such as exhaust system, radiator, engine, shock absorber and brakes. Allow these compo-
nents to cool down before starting work on them.
Note
Danger of damage The parked vehicle can roll away or fall over.
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Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface.
Note
Fire hazard Some vehicle components get very hot when the machine is driven.
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Do not place the vehicle where there are flammable or explosive substances. Do not place objects over the vehicle while it is still
warm from being run. Always let the vehicle cool first.
Note
Material damage Damage and destruction of components due to excessive load.
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The side stand is designed for the weight of the motorcycle only. Do not sit on the motorcycle when it is supported by the side
stand only. The side stand and/or the frame could be damaged and the motorcycle could fall over.
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Brake the motorcycle.
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Shift gear to neutral.
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Press and hold the short circuit button
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Turn the knurled screw on the fuel tap all the way clockwise.
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Park the motorcycle on firm ground.

Refueling

7.7
Danger
Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable.
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Never fill up the vehicle near open flames or burning cigarettes, and always switch off the engine first. Be careful that no
fuel is spilt, especially on hot vehicle components. Clean up spilt fuel immediately.
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Fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if the tank is overfilled. See specifications on filling up with fuel.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Avoid contact of the fuel with skin, eyes and clothing. Do not inhale fuel vapors. If fuel gets into your eyes, rinse imme-
diately with water and contact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If fuel is swallowed,
contact a doctor immediately. Change clothing that has come into contact with fuel.
Warning
Environmental hazard Improper handling of fuel is a danger to the environment.
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Do not allow fuel to get into the ground water, the ground, or the sewage system.
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while the engine is idling until the engine stops.
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Switch off the engine.
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Open the filler cap. (
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Fill the fuel tank with fuel up to measurement
Guideline
Measurement of
A
Fuel tank capac-
ity, approx.
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Close the filler cap. (
400214-10
p. 11)
35 mm (1.38 in)

3.5 l (3.7 qt.) Super unleaded gasoline, mixed with
2-stroke engine oil (
p. 11)
.

p. 69)
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