Starting Off; Shifting, Riding - KTM 125 SX Owner's Manual
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- Owner's manual (135 pages) ,
- Owner's handbook manual (45 pages) ,
- Owner's handbook manual (37 pages)
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RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
(All SX models)
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Remove the plug-in stand.
(All XC models)
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Remove the motorcycle from the side stand.
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Shift gear to neutral.
The engine is cold
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Pull the choke lever out as far as possible.
(All SX models)
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Press the kick starter robustly through its full range.
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Do not open the throttle.
(All XC models)
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Press the electric starter button or press the kick starter robustly through its full range.
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Do not open the throttle.
8.3
Starting off
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The plug-in stand must be removed before riding.
When you are riding, the side stand must be folded up and secured with the rubber band.
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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.
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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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Shift into a higher gear when conditions allow (incline, road situation, etc.). To do so, release the throttle while simultaneously
pulling the clutch lever, shift into the next gear, release the clutch lever 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.
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Always open the throttle only as much as the engine can handle – abrupt throttle opening 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 either open the throttle or shift again.
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Switch off the engine if you expect to be standing for a long time.
Guideline
≥ 2 min
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Avoid frequent and longer slipping of the clutch. As a result the engine oil, engine and cooling system heat up.
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Ride with a low engine speed instead of with a high engine speed and a slipping clutch.
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