KTM 990 Adventure 2009 Owner's Manual page 54

RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
Warning
Danger of accidents Distraction from traffic activity by adjustments to the vehicle.
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Make all adjustments when the vehicle is at a standstill.
Warning
Risk of injury The passenger must be capable of sitting correctly on the passenger seat.
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The passenger must hold on to the rider or the handrails and place his feet on the passenger footrests. Note the regulations
governing the minimum age of passengers in your country.
Warning
Danger of accidents Danger of accidents caused by dangerous driving.
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Observe the traffic regulations and ride defensively and with foresight in order to recognize danger as early as possible.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced road grip with cold tires.
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On every journey, take the first miles carefully at moderate speed until the tires reach operating temperature and optimal road
grip is ensured.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced road grip with new tires.
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New tires have a smooth rolling surface and therefore cannot provide full road grip. The entire rolling surface must be rough-
ened in the first 200 kilometers (124.3 miles) by moderate riding at alternating angles. The full grip levels are not achieved
until the tires have been run in.
Warning
Danger of accidents Unstable riding behavior.
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Do not exceed the maximum permitted weight and axle loads. The overall weight consists of: motorcycle operational and with a
full tank, driver and passenger with protective clothing and helmet, baggage.
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