Introduction - KTM 990 SUPER DUKE Owner's Manual

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INTRODUCTION

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We would like to congratulate you on your purchase of a KTM motorcycle.
You are now the owner of a state-of-the-art sport motorcycle that guarantees to bring you lots of fun and enjoyment, provided that
you clean and maintain it appropriately. Before you go for your first ride, be sure to read this manual carefully and thoroughly in
order to familiarize yourself with how to operate your new motorcycle and with its characteristics, even if this means that you will
have to dedicate some of your valuable time to this task. Only by doing so will you learn how to tune your motorcycle to your spe-
cific needs and how to protect yourself against injury. Besides, this manual contains important information on motorcycle mainte-
nance. At the time this manual was typeset, it was up-to-date with the latest state of this production series. It cannot be completely
ruled out, however, that minor discrepancies may exist resulting from further design upgrades of these motorcycles.This manual is
an important part of your motorcycle and should be passed on to any subsequent owner in case you decide to sell it.
We expressly point out that work marked with an asterisk in the chapter "Maintenance work on the chassis and engine" must be
performed. If maintenance work should become necessary during a competition it should be performed by a trained mechanic. KTM
strongly recommends that all service work to your KTM should be performed by a qualified KTM dealer.
For your own safety, use KTM-approved parts and accessories only. KTM is not liable for damage that arises in connection with the
use of other products.
Take special care to follow the recommended run in, inspection, and maintenance intervals. Heeding these guidelines will signifi-
cantly increase the life of your motorcycle. To ensure that all work to your KTM is performed properly and to avoid warranty con-
flicts, KTM recommends that you always have your KTM serviced by a recognized and qualified KTM dealer.
Motorcycle driving is a wonderful sport and we hope that you will be able to enjoy it to the full. It may, however, involve potential
problems for the environment or lead to conflicts with others. These problems or conflicts can be avoided if the motorcycle is used
responsibly. To safeguard the future of motorcycle sports, make sure that you use the motorcycle in accordance with the law, show
that you are environmentally conscious and respect the rights of others.
We wish you a lot of fun when driving !
KTM-SPORTMOTORCYCLE AG
5230 MATTIGHOFEN, AUSTRIA