Storage; Putting Into Operation After Storage - KTM 50 SX Repair Manual

STORAGE

Storage
33.1
Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Avoid contact between fuel and skin, eyes and clothing. Do not inhale fuel vapors. If fuel gets into your eyes, rinse immedi-
ately with water and contact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If fuel is swallowed, con-
tact a doctor immediately. Change clothing that has come into contact with fuel. Store fuel in a suitable canister according
to regulations and keep it out of the reach of children.
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If you want to put the motorcycle into storage for a longer period, take the following actions.
Before storing the motorcycle, check all parts for function and wear. If service, repairs or replacements are necessary, you
should do this during the storage period (less workshop overload). In this way, you can avoid long workshop waiting times at the
start of the new season.
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Clean the motorcycle. (
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Change the gear oil. ( p. 117)
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Check the antifreeze and coolant level. (
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Drain the fuel from the tank into a suitable container.
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Check the tire air pressure. (
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Store the vehicle in a dry location that is not subject to large fluctuations in temperature.
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KTM recommends jacking up the motorcycle.
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Jack up the motorcycle. (
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Cover the vehicle with a tarp or similar cover that is permeable to air.
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Do not use non-porous materials since they prevent humidity from escaping, thus causing corrosion.
Avoid running the engine for a short time only. Since the engine cannot warm up properly, the water vapor produced during
combustion condenses and causes valves and exhaust system to rust.

Putting into operation after storage

33.2
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Remove the motorcycle from the work stand. (
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Fill up with fuel.
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Checks before putting into operation.
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Take a test ride.
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