General tips and hints on putting into operation – KTM 450 EXC-R EU User Manual

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GENERAL TIPS AND HINTS ON PUTTING INTO OPERATION

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If you carry any baggage, make sure it is fixed firmly as close as possible to the center of the vehicle and ensure even weight dis-
tribution between the front and rear wheels.

Info

Motorcycles react sensitively to any changes of weight distribution.

Do not exceed the overall maximum permitted weight and the axle loads.

Specification

Maximum permissible overall weight

335

bkg (739blb.)

Maximum permissible front axle load

145

bkg (320blb.)

Maximum permissible rear axle load

190

bkg (419blb.)

Run the engine in.



Running in the engine

During the running-in phase, do not exceed the specified engine speed and engine performance.

Specification

Maximum engine speed

During the first 3 service hours

7000

brpm

Maximum engine performance during the running-in period

During the first 3 service hours

ืb50b%

During the next 12 service hours

ืb75b%

Avoid fully opening the throttle!

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