Driving Instructions - KTM 125 EXE 2001 Owner's Handbook Manual

Check the following before each start
When you start off, the motorcycle must be in a perfect tech-
nical condition. For safety reasons, you should make a habit of
performing an overall check of your motorcycle before each
start.
The following checks should be performed:
1 OIL LEVEL IN OIL TANK
Once there is no two-stroke oil in the oil tank, the engine is
bound to break down. The vent hose of the oil tank must
be installed without kinks.
2 GEAR OIL LEVEL
Insufficient amounts of oil in the transmission will lead to
premature wear and subsequently to transmission failure.
3 FUEL
Check that there is sufficient fuel in the tank.
4 CHAIN
A loose chain can fall off; an extremely worn chain can tear,
and insufficient lubrication can result in unnecessary wear to
the chain and rear sprockets.
5 TIRES
Check for damaged tires. Tires showing cuts or dents must
be replaced. The tread depth must comply with the legal
regulations. Also check the air pressure. Insufficient tread
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and incorrect air pressure reduce the driving performance.
6 BRAKES
Check correct functioning of the braking system. Check for
sufficient brake fluid in the reservoir. If the level of brake
fluid falls below the minimum value, this indicates a leak in
the braking system or completely worn out brake pads.
Arrange for the braking system to be checked by a KTM
specialist garage, as complete failure of the braking system
can be expected.
Also check the state of the brake hoses and the thickness of
the brake linings. Brake linings measured at their thinnest
point should not be less than 1 mm since extremely worn
linings can lead to brake failure.
7 CABLES
Check correct setting and easy running of all control cables.
8 COOLING LIQUID
Check the level of cooling liquid when the engine is cold.
9 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Check correct functioning and adjustment of headlights,
parking light, tail-lights, brake lights, flashers, indicator
lamps, horn and emergency OFF switch while the engine is
running.
10 LUGGAGE
If you are taking luggage with you, check that this is secu-
rely fastened.
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EAR SUITABLE CLOTHING WHEN DRIVING A MOTORCYCLE
KTM
DRIVERS ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET
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JACKET REGARDLESS OF WHETHER DRIVING ALL DAY OR JUST FOR A
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SHORT TRIP HE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING SHOULD BE BRIGHTLY
COLOURED SO THAT OTHER USERS OF THE ROADS CAN SEE YOU AS
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EARLY AS POSSIBLE
SUITABLE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
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O NOT DRIVE AFTER HAVING CONSUMED ALCOHOL
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NLY USE ACCESSORIES THAT HAVE BEEN RELEASED BY
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EXAMPLE FRONT PANELLING CAN IMPAIR THE DRIVING PROPERTIES OF
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THE MOTORCYCLE
DISTRIBUTION AND THUS ALSO IMPAIR THE VEHICLE
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PERTIES
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HE FRONT AND REAR WHEEL ARE ONLY ALLOWED TO BE TIRED WITH
TIRES THAT HAVE THE SAME PROFILE TYPE

DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING
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BOOTS GLOVES AND A
OUR PASSENGER OF COURSE WILL ALSO NEED
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ASES EXTRA TANKS ETC CAN ALTER THE WEIGHT
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– Read the entire manual carefully before your first drive.
– Familiarize yourself with the operating elements.
– Adjust the foot brake pedal to the most comfortable positi-
ons for you.
– Get used to handling the motorcycle on an empty car park,
before starting on a longer drive. Also try to drive as slowly
as possible and in standing position, to improve your feeling
for the vehicle.
– Hold the handlebar with both hands and leave your feet on
the foot rests while driving.
– Remove your foot from the foot brake pedal when you are
not braking. If the foot brake pedal is not released the brake
pads rub continuously and the braking system is overhea-
ted.
– You may only be accompanied by a passenger if your
motorcycle is fitted and registered for such purposes. The
passenger must hold tight to the brackets or hold on to the
driver during the drive, with his feet on the passenger
foot rests.
– Do not make any alterations to the motorcycle and always
use ORIGINAL KTM SPARE PARTS. Spare parts from other
manufacturers can impair the safety of the motorcycle.
– Motorcycles are sensitive to alterations in the distribution of
weight. If you are taking luggage with you, this should be
secured as close as possible to the middle of the vehicle; dis-
tribute the weight evenly between the front and rear wheel.
Never exceed the maximum permissible laden weight and
the axle weights. The maximum permissible laden weight is
made up of the following components:
– Motorcycle ready for operation and tank full
– Luggage
– Driver and passenger with protective clothing and
helmet.
– Pay attention to running in instructions.
Running in
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VEN VERY PRECISELY MACHINED SECTIONS OF ENGINE COMPONENTS
HAVE ROUGHER SURFACES THAN COMPONENTS WHICH HAVE BEEN SLI
DING ACROSS ONE ANOTHER FOR QUITE SOME TIME
EVERY ENGINE NEEDS TO BE BROKEN IN
500
FIRST
NOT BE REVVED UP TO ITS PERFORMANCE LIMITS
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PPLY LOW BUT CHANGING LOADS FOR RUNNING
– DO NOT DRIVE AT FULL LOAD FOR THE FIRST 500
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KILOMETERS (300 MILES) OR 5 HOURS!
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(300 ) 5
KILOMETERS MILES OR HOURS THE ENGINE MUST
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