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Warning
Danger of accidents A risky riding style constitutes a major risk.
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Comply with traffic regulations and ride defensively and with foresight to detect sources of danger
as early as possible.
Warning
Danger of accidents Cold tires have reduced road grip.
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Ride the first miles carefully on every journey at moderate speed until the tires reach operating tem-
perature.
Warning
Danger of accidents New tires have reduced road grip.
The contact surface on new tires is not yet roughened.
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Run in new tires with moderate riding at alternating angles.
Running-in phase
Warning
Danger of accidents Total weight and axle loads influence the handling characteristic.
The total weight consists of: motorcycle ready for operation and with a full tank, driver and passenger
with protective clothing and helmet, and luggage.
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Do not exceed the maximum permissible overall weight or the axle loads.
Warning
Danger of accidents Pieces of luggage which have slipped impair the handling characteristic.
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Check that your luggage is fixed properly at regular intervals.
Warning
Danger of accidents A fall can damage the vehicle more seriously than it may first appear.
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Check the vehicle after a fall as you do when preparing for use.
Note
Engine damage Unfiltered intake air has a negative effect on the service life of the engine.
Dust and dirt will enter the engine without an air filter.
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Only operate the vehicle if it is equipped with an air filter.
Note
Engine failure Overheating damages the engine.
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If the coolant temperature warning is displayed, stop immediately and take care not to endanger yourself or
other traffic participants in the process.
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Allow the engine and cooling system to cool down.
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Check and, if necessary, correct the coolant level on the cooling system while it is in a cooled state.
Note
Transmission damage Incorrect use of Easy Shift will damage the transmission.
Easy Shift can only be used if the function is activated in the combination instrument.
Easy Shift is not active if you pull the clutch lever.
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Only use Easy Shift in the permitted speed range shown.
RIDING INSTRUCTIONS 10
200 km (124 mi)
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