Preparing For Rides On Wet And Muddy Surfaces; Preparations For Riding At High Temperatures And Low Speeds - KTM 125 SX Owner's Manual

7 PREPARING FOR USE
7.6

Preparing for rides on wet and muddy surfaces

7.7

Preparations for riding at high temperatures and low speeds

(All 125/150 models)
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Fit a waterproofing device on the air filter.
Waterproofing device for air filter (79006921000)
M01106-01
(All 250/300 models)
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Fit a waterproofing device on the air filter.
Rain cover for air filter (59006021000)
M01103-01
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Adjust the carburetor jetting and setting.
Info
Your authorized KTM workshop can recommend the right carburetor tuning.
M01107-01
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Fit the steel sprocket.
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Clean the motorcycle. (
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Straighten bent radiator fins carefully.
600868-01
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Check the radiator cap.
Value on the radiator cap
» If the displayed value does not equal the setpoint value:
M01129-01
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Change the radiator cap.
Info
See the KTM PowerParts fitting instructions.
Info
See the KTM PowerParts fitting instructions.
p. 107)
Warning
Danger of scalding During motorcycle operation, the coolant gets
very hot and is under pressure.
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Do not remove the radiator cap, radiator hoses or other cooling
system components when the engine is hot. Allow the engine
and cooling system to cool down. In case of scalding, rinse
immediately with lukewarm water.
1.8 bar (26 psi)
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