Driving Instructions; Check The Following Before Each Start - KTM 640 DUKE II 2003 Owner's Manual

DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS

Check the following before each start

When you start off, the motorcycle must be in a perfect technical condition.
For safety reasons, you should make a habit of performing an overall check
of your motorcycle before each start.
The following checks should be performed:
1 CHECK THE OIL LEVEL
Insufficient oil results in premature wear and consequently to engine
damage.
2 FUEL
Check that there is sufficient fuel in the tank.
3 CHAIN
A loose chain can fall off; an extremely worn chain can tear, and insuffi-
cient lubrication can result in unnecessary wear to the chain and rear
sprockets.
4 TIRES
Check for damaged tires. Tires showing cuts or dents must be replaced.
The tread depth must comply with the legal regulations. Also check the
air pressure. Insufficient tread and incorrect air pressure reduce the dri-
ving performance.
5 BRAKES
Check correct functioning of the braking system. Check for sufficient
brake fluid in the reservoir. If the level of brake fluid falls below the mini-
mum value, this indicates a leak in the braking system or completely
worn out brake pads. Arrange for the braking system to be checked by a
KTM specialist garage, as complete failure of the braking system can be
expected.
Also check the state of the brake hoses and the thickness of the brake
linings. Brake linings measured at their thinnest point should not be less
than 1 mm since extremely worn linings can lead to brake failure.
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F THE RESISTANCE IN THE HAND BRAKE LEVER OR FOOT BRAKE PEDAL FEELS
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NOT ENOUGH RESISTANCE
THE BRAKE SYSTEM
THE BRAKE SYSTEM LOOKED OVER BY A
6 CABLES
Check correct setting and easy running of all control cables.
7 COOLING LIQUID
Check the level of cooling liquid when the engine is cold.
8 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Check correct functioning of headlamps, parking light, tail-light, brake
light, flashers, indicator lamps and horn while the engine is running.
9 LUGGAGE
If you are taking luggage with you, check that this is securely fastened.
WARNING
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ON T RIDE YOUR MOTORCYCLE ANYMORE WITHOUT FIRST HAVING
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