Starting - KTM 125 DUKE EU Repair Manual

5 MOTORCYCLE
5.7

Starting

Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhaling them may result in unconsciousness and/or death.
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When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient ventilation, and do not start or run the engine in an enclosed
space without an effective exhaust extraction system.
Caution
Danger of accidents If the vehicle is operated with a discharged battery or without a battery, electronic components and safety
equipment may be damaged.
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Never operate the vehicle with a discharged battery or without a battery.
Note
Engine failure Unfiltered intake air has a negative effect on the service life of the engine.
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Never ride the vehicle without an air filter since dust and dirt can get into the engine and result in increased wear.
Note
Engine failure High engine speeds in cold engines have a negative effect on the service life of the engine.
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Always warm up the engine at low engine speeds.
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Mount and tighten screws
Guideline
Screw, engine bearer on frame
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Sit on the vehicle, take the weight off of the side stand, and move up all the way.
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Turn the emergency OFF switch to the position
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Switch on the ignition by turning the ignition key to the position
After you switch on the ignition, you can hear the fuel pump working for about
two seconds. The function test of the combination instrument is run at the
same time.
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Shift gear to neutral.
The green idling speed indicator lamp N lights up.
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Press the electric starter button
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Info
Do not press the electric starter button until the function test of the combi-
nation instrument is finished.
When starting, DO NOT open the throttle. If you open the throttle during the
starting procedure, fuel is not injected by the engine management system
and the engine cannot start.
Press the starter for a maximum of 5 seconds. Wait for a least 5 seconds
before trying again.
This motorcycle is equipped with a safety start system. You can only start
the engine if the transmission is in neutral or if the clutch is pulled when a
gear is engaged. If the side stand is folded out and you shift into gear and
release the clutch, the engine stops.
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23
M8
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13
30 Nm
(22.1 lbf ft)
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