KTM EXC-F SIX DAYS EN - Manual (Page 17)

OPERATION INSTRUMENTS
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– Wear suitable clothing when driving a motorcycle. Clever KTM
drivers always wear a helmet, boots, gloves and a jacket, regard-
less of whether driving all day or just for a short trip. The
protective clothing should be brightly colored so that other
vehicles can see you as early as possible.
– Do not drive after having consumed alcohol.
– Only use accessories recommended by KTM. For example,
front panelling can impair the driving properties of the motor-
cycle. Cases, extra tanks, etc. can alter the weight distribu-
tion and thus also impair the vehicles driving properties.
– The front and rear wheel may only be fitted with tires that
have the same profile type.
– Be sure to check the spoke tension after driving for 30 minu-
tes. The spoke tension on new tires decreases rapidly. If you
continue to drive with loose spokes, the spokes may tear and
lead to unstable handling (see "Checking the spoke ten-
sion").
– The above mentioned models are designed are designed and
dimensioned for 1 person only. Never take another rider
along.
– Observe the traffic regulations, drive defensively and try to
look ahead as far as possible so that any hazards can be rec-
ognized as early as possible.
– Adjust your driving speed according to the conditions and
your driving skills.
– Drive carefully on unknown roads or on unfamiliar trials.
– 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 lens when scratched or
damaged. if bright light shines through a scratched visor or
lens, the operator will be blinded.
– Never leave your motorcycle without supervision if the engine
is running.
– Only 250 EXC-F models are approved for use on public roads
and motorways.
– When riding your motorcycle, please bear in mind that other
people may feel molested by excessive noise.
Instructions for initial operation
– Make sure the work for the „pre-delivery inspection“ was per-
formed by your authorized KTM workshop. The DELIVERY
CERTIFICATE and SERVICE MANUAL will be handed over
when you pick up your vehicle.
– Read these operating instructions carefully before your first ride.
– Familiarize yourself with the operating elements.
– Set the clutch lever, the handbrake lever, and the footbrake
pedal to the positions that are most convenient for you.
– Get used to handling the motorcycle on an empty parking lot
or open space, before starting on a longer drive. Also try to drive
as slowly as possible and in a standing position, to improve
your feeling for the vehicle.
– Do not drive along off-road tracks which go beyond your abitily
and experience.
– Hold the handlebars 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, this should be
secured as close as possible to the middle of the vehicle; dis-
tribute the weight evenly between the front and rear wheel. Never
exceed the maximum permissible laden weight and the axle
weights. The maximum permissible laden weight is comprised
of the following components:
– Motorcycle ready for operation and tank full
– Luggage
– Driver with protective clothing and helmet.
– Pay attention to the 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, do not load the engine more than 50% of its capac-
ity during the first 3 operating hours. Besides, the engine speed
must not exceed 7000 rpm. Avoid going full-throttle!
In the following 12 operating hours, you may load the engine up
to 75% of its capacity. Use the motorcycle on various types of ter-
rain (road, easy off-road trails).
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Engine characteristic (EXC-F)
The CDI unit is pre-programmed with 2 ignition curves (Performance and Soft).
The Performance ignition curve (higher engine performance) is activated when
the socket connector [1] is connected, the Soft ignition curve (improved dri-
veability) when it is disconnected.
Homologated models driven on public roads must be operated with a discon-
nected socket connector, otherwise the type approval will be cancelled.
GENERAL TIPS AND WARNINGS FOR STARTING THE MOTORCYCLE
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