Running In The Engine; Preparing The Vehicle For Difficult Operating Conditions; Preparing The Vehicle For Rides On Dry Sand - GAS GAS MC 85 2023 Owner's Manual

7 PREPARING FOR USE
7.2
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During the running-in phase, do not exceed the specified engine performance.
Guideline
Maximum engine performance
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Avoid fully opening the throttle!
7.3
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Clean the air filter and air filter box.
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Check the electrical connector for humidity and corrosion and to ensure it is firmly seated.
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Difficult operating conditions are:
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7.4
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Running in the engine

During the first 3 operating hours
During the first 5 operating hours
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The use of a service hour counter is recommended in order to be able to check the mileage at any time.

Preparing the vehicle for difficult operating conditions

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Use of the vehicle under difficult conditions, such as on sand or on wet and muddy surfaces, can result in signifi-
cantly increased wear of components, such as the drive train, brake system, or suspension components. For this
reason, it may be necessary to inspect or replace parts before the next scheduled service.
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Check the air filter approx. every 30 minutes.
If humidity, corrosion, or damage is found:
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Clean and dry the connector, or change it if necessary.
Rides on dry sand. ( p. 20)
Rides on wet sand. ( p. 22)
Rides on wet and muddy circuits. (
Rides at high temperatures or slow riding. (
Riding at low temperatures and in snow. (

Preparing the vehicle for rides on dry sand

< 70 %
< 100 %
( p. 54)
p. 22)
p. 23)
p. 23)
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Make sure that no radiator covers (
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Check the radiator cap.
Value on the radiator cap
» If the indicated value does not correspond to the setpoint value:
V00814-01
p. 85) are installed.
1.8 bar (26 psi)