KTM EXC 200 XC DE - Manual (Page 17)

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GENERAL TIPS AND WARNINGS FOR STARTING THE MOTORCYCLE
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Instructions for your first ride
– Make sure the work for the "pre-delivery inspection" was per-
formed by your authorized KTM workshop. The DELIVERY CER-
TIFICATE and SERVICE MANUAL will be handed over when you
pick up your vehicle.
– Thoroughly read the whole instruction manual before starting
for your first tour.
– Familiarize yourself with the controls.
– Adjust the clutch lever, the hand brake lever and the foot brake
pedal to the most comfortable position.
– Get used to handling the motorcycle on an empty parking lot
or open space, before going for a longer ride. Also try to ride
as slowly as possible while standing upright, to improve your
feeling for the vehicle.
– Do not drive along off-road trails which go beyond your ability
and experience.
– Hold the handlebar with both hands and leave your feet on the
foot rests while driving.
– Remove your foot from the foot brake lever when you are not
braking. If the foot brake lever is not released the brake pads
rub continuously and the braking system is overheated.
– Do not make any alterations to the motorcycle and always use
ORIGINAL KTM SPARE PARTS. Spare parts from other man-
ufacturers can impair the safety of the motorcycle.
– Motorcycles are sensitive to alterations in the distribution of
weight. If you are taking luggage with you, it should be secured
as close as possible to the middle of the vehicle; distribute the
weight evenly between the front and the rear wheel. Never
exceed the maximum permissible laden weight and the axle
weights. The maximum permissible laden weight is made up
of the following components:
- Motorcycle ready for operation and tank full
- Luggage
- Driver and passenger with protective clothing and helmet.
– Pay attention to running-in procedure.
Running in
Even very precisely machined sections of engine components have
rougher surfaces than components which have been sliding across
one another for quite some time. Therefore, every engine needs to
be broken in. For this reason, during its first 500 kilometers (300
miles) or 5 hours the engine must not be revved up to its perform-
ance limits.
Apply low but changing loads for running-in.
Do not drive at full load for the first 500 kilometers (300 miles)
or 5 hours!
– Wear suitable clothing when driving a motorcycle. smart KTM
drivers always wear a helmet, boots, gloves, and a jacket,
regardless of whether driving all day or just go for a short ride.
The protective clothing should be brightly colored so that other
users of the roads can see you as early as possible. Of course
your passenger will also need suitable protective clothing.
– Always turn on the light to make sure that other drivers become
aware of you as early as possible.
– Do not drive after having consumed alcohol.
– Only use accessory parts recommended by KTM. For example,
front panelling can impair the driving characteristics of the motor-
cycle. Cases, extra tanks etc. can alter the weight distribution
and thus also impair the vehicle’s driving characteristics.
– The front and rear wheel are allowed to be fitted only with tires
that have the same profile type.
– Be sure to check the spoke tension after 30 minutes' running time.
The spoke tension will decrease quickly on new wheels. If you con-
tinue to drive with loose spokes, the spokes may crack and lead
to unstable handling (see "Checking the spoke tension").
– Observe the traffic regulations, drive defensively and try to look
ahead as far as possible so that you recognize any hazards as
early as possible.
– Adjust your driving speed to the conditions and your driving skills.
– Drive carefully on unknown roads or in unknown territory.
– When driving off-road, always have a friend on a second motor-
cycle to keep you company, so that you can help each other
should difficulties arise.
– Replace the helmet visor or goggle glasses early enough. When
light shines directly on a scratched visor or goggles, you will
be practically blind.
– Never leave your motorcycle without supervision as long as the
engine is running.
– The Above Models were designed and built for one person only
- no additional passenger allowed!
– Neither do these models meet the applicable statutory regula-
tions and safety standards. Using them on public roads, high-
ways, freeways, etc. is against the law.
– When riding your motorcycle, please bear in mind that other
people may feel molested by excessive noise.