Stopping, Parking; Transport - KTM 250 EXC-F 2013 Owner's Manual

8 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
8.6

Stopping, parking

Warning
Risk of misappropriation Usage by unauthorized persons.
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Never leave the vehicle while the engine is running. Secure the vehicle against use by unauthorized persons.
Warning
Danger of burns Some vehicle components become very hot when the vehicle is operated.
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Do not touch hot components such as exhaust system, radiator, engine, shock absorber, and the brake system. Allow these
components to cool down before starting work on them.
Note
Danger of damage The parked vehicle may roll away or fall over.
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Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface.
Note
Fire hazard Some vehicle components become very hot when the vehicle is operated.
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Do not park the vehicle near flammable or explosive substances. Do not place objects on the vehicle while it is still warm from
being run. Always let the vehicle cool first.
Note
Material damage Damage and destruction of components by excessive load.
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The side stand is designed for the weight of the motorcycle only. Do not sit on the motorcycle when it is supported by the side
stand only. The side stand and/or the frame could be damaged and the motorcycle could fall over.
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Brake the motorcycle.
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Shift transmission to neutral.
(XCF‑W)
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Press and hold the kill switch
(All EXC‑F models)
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Press and hold the kill switch
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Park the motorcycle on firm ground.
8.7

Transport

Note
Danger of damage The parked vehicle may roll away or fall over.
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Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface.
Note
Fire hazard Some vehicle components become very hot when the vehicle is operated.
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Do not park the vehicle near flammable or explosive substances. Do not place objects on the vehicle while it is still warm from
being run. Always let the vehicle cool first.
while the engine is idling until the engine stops.
while the engine is idling until the engine stops.
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Switch off the engine.
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Use tension belts or other suitable devices to secure the motorcycle against acci-
dents or falling over.
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