Running In The Engine; Preparing The Vehicle For Difficult Operating Conditions - Husqvarna TC 250 2021 Owner's Manual

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Adjust the basic position of the hand brake lever. (
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Adjust the basic position of the foot brake lever.
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Set the basic position of the shift lever.
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Get used to the handling characteristics of the motorcycle on a suitable surface before undertaking more
challenging trips.
Info
Your motorcycle is not approved for use on public roads.
When off road, it is recommended that you are accompanied by another person on another vehicle
so that you can help each other.
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Try also to ride as slowly as possible and in a standing position to get a better feel for the motorcycle.
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Do not make any off-road trips that exceed your ability and experience.
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Hold the handlebar firmly with both hands and keep your feet on the footrests when riding.
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Do not take luggage along.
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Do not exceed the maximum permissible weight and the maximum permissible axle loads.
Guideline
Maximum permissible overall weight
Maximum permissible front axle load
Maximum permissible rear axle load
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Check the spoke tension. (
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The spoke tension must be checked after half an hour of operation.
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Run in the engine. ( p. 21)
7.2

Running in the engine

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During the running-in phase, do not exceed the specified engine performance.
Guideline
Maximum engine performance
During the first 3 operating hours
During the first 5 operating hours
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Avoid fully opening the throttle!
7.3

Preparing the vehicle for difficult operating conditions

Info
Use of the vehicle under difficult conditions, such as on sand or on wet and muddy circuits/surfaces,
can lead to considerably more rapid wear of components such as the drive train, brake system, or sus-
pension components. For this reason, it may be necessary to inspect or replace parts before the next
scheduled service.
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Clean the air filter and air filter box.
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Check the air filter approx. every 30 minutes.
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Check the electrical connector for humidity and corrosion and to ensure it is firmly seated.
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335 kg (739 lb.)
145 kg (320 lb.)
190 kg (419 lb.)
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< 70 %
< 100 %
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PREPARING FOR USE 7
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