Starting Off; Shifting, Riding; Applying The Brakes - KTM 85 SX 19 Owner's Manual

8 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
8.3

Starting off

Info
The plug-in stand must be removed before riding.
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Pull the clutch lever, engage 1st gear, release the clutch lever slowly and simultaneously open the throttle carefully.
8.4

Shifting, riding

Warning
Danger of accidents If you change down at high engine speed, the rear wheel can lock up.
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Do not change into a low gear at high engine speed. The engine races and the rear wheel can lock up.
Info
If you hear unusual noises while riding, stop immediately, switch off the engine, and contact an authorized KTM workshop.
First gear is used for starting off or for steep inclines.
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When conditions allow (incline, road situation, etc.), your child can shift into a higher gear. To do so, release the throttle while
simultaneously pulling the clutch lever, shift into the next gear, release the clutch, and open the throttle.
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If the choke function was activated, deactivate it after the engine has warmed up.
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After reaching maximum speed by fully opening the throttle grip, turn the throttle back so it is ¾ open. This will barely reduce the
speed but fuel consumption will be considerably lower.
– Your child should always open the throttle only as much as the engine can handle – abruptly opening the throttle increases fuel
consumption.
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To shift down, brake and close the throttle at the same time.
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Pull the clutch lever and shift into a lower gear, release the clutch lever slowly, and open the throttle or shift again.
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Your child should switch off the engine if he or she expects to be standing for a long time.
Guideline
≥ 2 min
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Your child should avoid frequent and extended slipping of the clutch. This heats the engine oil, the engine, and the cooling sys-
tem.
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Insist that your child ride with a low rpm instead of with a high rpm and a slipping clutch.
8.5

Applying the brakes

Warning
Danger of accidents If you brake too hard, the wheels can lock.
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Adapt your braking to the traffic situation and the road conditions.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency caused by spongy pressure point of front or rear brake.
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Check the brake system and do not continue riding. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to a wet or dirty brake system.
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Clean or dry a dirty or wet brake system by riding and braking gently.
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On sandy, wet or slippery surfaces, use the rear brake.
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Braking should always be completed before you go into a bend. Your child should change down to a lower gear appropriate to the
road speed.
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Insist that your child take advantage of the braking action of the engine when riding on long downhills. To do so, shift back one
or two gears, but do not overrev the engine. Your child will need to apply the brakes far less often and the brake system will not
overheat.
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