Motorcycle - KTM 400 EXC EU Repair Manual

MOTORCYCLE

Jacking up the motorcycle
4.1
Removing the motorcycle from the work stand
4.2
Note
Danger of damage The parked vehicle can roll away or fall over.
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Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface.
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Remove the motorcycle from the work stand.
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Remove the work stand.
Starting
4.3
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are poisonous and can result in unconsciousness and/or death.
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When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient ventilation, and do not start or run the engine in a closed
space without an effective exhaust extraction system.
Note
Engine failure High engine speeds in cold engines have a negative effect on the service life of the engine.
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Always warm up the engine at low engine speeds.
Info
If the motorcycle is unwilling to start, the cause can be old fuel in the float chamber. The flammable elements of the fuel
evaporate after a long time of standing.
If the float chamber is filled with fresh fuel, the engine starts immediately.
Press the starter for a maximum of 5 seconds. Wait for a least 5 seconds until trying again.
Motorcycle has been out of use for more than 1 week
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Empty the carburetor float chamber. (
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Turn handle of the fuel tap to the ON position. (Figure 500137-10
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Fuel can flow from the fuel tank to the carburetor.
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Remove the motorcycle from the stand.
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Shift gear to neutral.
(EXC USA)
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Turn the key in the ignition switch to the position
(EXC USA)
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Turn the emergency OFF switch to the position
(EXC AUS)
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Turn the emergency OFF switch to the position
Engine cold
(EXC AUS, XC‑W, EXC USA)
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Pull the choke lever out as far as possible.
(EXC EU, EXC SIX DAYS)
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Pull the choke lever to the stop.
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Press the electric starter button or press the kickstarter robustly through its full range.
Info
Don't open the throttle.
Note
Danger of damage The parked vehicle can roll away or fall over.
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Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface.
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Jack up the motorcycle underneath the engine. The wheels must no longer touch
the ground.
Work stand (54829055000) (
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Secure the motorcycle against falling over.
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