Starting Off; Shifting, Riding; Applying The Brakes - Husqvarna TC 85 2017 Owner's Manual

8 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
8.3

Starting off

Info
The plug-in stand must be removed before riding.
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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 blocks and the engine races.
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Make it clear to your child that he or she must not change into a low gear at high engine speed.
Info
If unusual noises occur while riding, stop immediately, switch off the engine, and contact an authorized Husqvarna Motorcy-
cles workshop.
First gear is used for starting off and for steep inclines.
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When conditions allow (incline, road situation, etc.), your child can shift into a higher gear. 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.
– Your child should always open the throttle only as much as the engine can handle – abruptly opening the throttle increases fuel
consumption.
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To shift down, apply the brakes 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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Your child should switch off the engine if longer periods of engine idling or standing still are expected.
Guideline
≥ 2 min
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Your child should avoid frequent and extended slipping of the clutch. As a result the engine oil, engine and cooling system heat
up.
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Insist that your child ride with a low rpm instead of with a high rpm and a slipping clutch.
8.5

Applying the brakes

Warning
Danger of accidents Excessively forceful application of the brakes blocks the wheels.
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Explain to your child that he or she must adapt the braking to the traffic situation and the road conditions.
Warning
Danger of accidents A spongy pressure point on the front or rear brake reduces braking efficiency.
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Check the brake system and do not allow your child to continue riding until the problem is eliminated. (Your authorized
Husqvarna Motorcycles workshop will be glad to help.)
Warning
Danger of accidents Moisture and dirt impair the brake system.
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Explain to your child that he or she must brake carefully several times to dry out and remove dirt from the brake linings
and the brake discs.
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On sandy, wet, or slippery surfaces, use the rear brake.
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Always finish braking before you go into a bend. Your child should change down to a lower gear appropriate to the road speed.
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Insist that your child take advantage of the braking action of the engine when riding on long downhills. To do so, shift back one
or two gears, but do not overrev the engine. Your child will need to apply the brakes far less often and the brake system will not
overheat.
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