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8 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
8.3
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Pull the clutch lever, shift into first gear, release the clutch lever slowly and at the same time open the throt-
tle carefully.
8.4
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Shift into a higher gear when conditions allow (incline, road situation, etc.). 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 has been 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.
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Starting off
Info
The plug-in stand must be removed before riding.
When you are riding, the side stand must be folded up and secured with the rubber strap.
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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Do not change into a low gear at high engine speed.
Info
If you hear unusual noises while riding, stop immediately, switch off the engine, and contact an autho-
rized KTM workshop.
First gear is used for starting off and for steep inclines.
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Take the motorcycle off side stand
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stand with rubber strap
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Shift the transmission to neutral position.
Condition
Ambient temperature: < 10 °C (< 50 °F)
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Pull the cold start button fully out and turn it by a ¼ turn.
Info
If the engine is warm, the cold start button must be
deactivated.
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Press the start button.
Info
Press the start button for a maximum of 5 seconds.
Wait for 30 seconds before a further attempt at start-
ing.
At temperatures below 15 °C (60 °F), several attempts
at starting may be necessary to warm-up the lithium-ion
battery and thereby increase the starting power.
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and secure the side
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