Stopping, Parking; Transport - KTM 125 SX EU Owner's Manual

8 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
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On sandy, wet or slippery surfaces, use the rear brake.
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Braking should always be completed before you go into a bend. Change down to a lower gear appropriate to your road speed.
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Make use of the braking effect of the engine when driving down long downhill stretches. To do so, shift back one or two gears, but
do not overrev the engine. You will need to apply the brakes far less often and the brake system will not overheat.
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 gear to neutral.
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Press and hold the kill switch
(All SX models)
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Turn handle of the fuel tap to the OFF position. (Figure 601185-10
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(All XC models)
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Turn handle of the fuel tap to the OFF position. (Figure 601157-11
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Park the vehicle on the side stand.
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.
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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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