Preparing For Use; Advice On First Use - KTM Freeride E-SX Owner's Manual

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PREPARING FOR USE

8.1

Advice on first use

Danger
Danger of accidents Danger arising from the rider's judgement being impaired.
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Do not operate the vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, drugs and certain medications or physically or mentally
impaired.
Warning
Risk of injury Missing or poor protective clothing presents an increased safety risk.
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Wear protective clothing (helmet, boots, gloves, pants and jacket with protectors) every time you ride the vehicle. Always
wear protective clothing that is in good condition and meets the legal requirements.
Warning
Danger of accidents Critical riding behavior due to inappropriate riding.
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Adapt your riding speed to the road conditions and your riding ability.
Warning
Danger of accidents Accident risk caused by presence of a passenger.
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Your vehicle is not designed to carry passengers. Do not ride with a passenger.
Warning
Danger of accidents Unstable riding behavior.
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Do not exceed the maximum permissible weight and axle loads.
Warning
Risk of misappropriation People who act without authorization endanger themselves and others.
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Never leave the vehicle unattended.
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Protect the vehicle against access by unauthorized persons.
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Make sure that the pre-delivery inspection work has been carried out by an authorized KTM workshop.
You will receive the delivery documents and the Service and Warranty Booklet at vehicle handover.
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Before your first trip, read the entire Owner's Manual carefully.
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Get to know the controls.
(Freeride E‑SX)
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Adjust the basic position of the front brake lever. (
(Freeride E‑SX)
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Adjust the basic position of the rear brake lever. (
(Freeride E‑XC)
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Adjust the free travel of the front brake lever. (
(Freeride E‑XC)
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Adjust the free travel of the rear brake lever. (
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Get used to handling the motorcycle on a suitable piece of land before taking a longer trip.
Info
When offroad, being accompanied by another person on another vehicle so that you can help each other is recommended.
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Try also to ride as slowly as possible and in a standing position to get a better feeling for the motorcycle.
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Do not take any offroad trips that exceed your ability and experience.
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Hold the handlebar firmly with both hands and keep your feet on the footrests when riding.
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Do not exceed the maximum permissible weight and the maximum permissible axle loads.
Guideline
Maximum permissible overall weight
Maximum permissible front axle load
Maximum permissible rear axle load
p. 71)
p. 76)
p. 71)
p. 77)
280 kg (617 lb.)
135 kg (298 lb.)
175 kg (386 lb.)
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