Running-In The Engine; Preparing The Vehicle For Difficult Riding Conditions - Husqvarna FE 350 EU Owner's Manual

8 PREPARING FOR USE
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Hold the handlebar firmly with both hands and keep your feet on the footrests when riding.
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If you carry any baggage, make sure it is fixed firmly as close as possible to the center of the vehicle and ensure even weight distribu-
tion between the front and rear wheels.
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Motorcycles react sensitively to any changes in weight distribution.
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Do not exceed the overall maximum permitted weight and the axle loads.
Guideline
Maximum permissible overall weight
Maximum permissible front axle load
Maximum permissible rear axle load
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Run in the engine. ( p. 25)
8.2

Running-in the engine

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During the running-in phase, do not exceed the specified engine speed and engine performance.
Guideline
Maximum engine speed
During the first operating hour
Maximum engine performance
During the first 3 operating hours
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Avoid fully opening the throttle!
8.3

Preparing the vehicle for difficult riding conditions

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Use of the vehicle under difficult conditions, such as on sand or on wet and muddy surfaces, can lead to considerably more rapid
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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Husqvarna recommends using the specified engine oil when operating the vehicle under harsh conditions and to increase motorcycle
performance.
Engine oil (SAE 10W/60) (
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Clean the air filter and air filter box.
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Check the air filter approx. every 30 minutes.
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Seal the air filter box.
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Additionally secure the rubber grip. (
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Check the electrical connector for humidity and corrosion and to ensure it is firmly seated.
» If humidity, corrosion or damage is found:
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Clean and dry the connector, or change it if necessary.
Difficult riding conditions are:
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Rides on dry sand. (
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Rides on wet sand. (
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Rides on wet and muddy surfaces. (
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Rides at high temperature and slow speed. (
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Rides at low temperature or in snow. (
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335 kg (739 lb.)
145 kg (320 lb.)
190 kg (419 lb.)
7,000 rpm
≤ 75 %
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