7 PREPARING FOR USE 20
– Change the piston every 10 operating hours.
7.5 Preparing for rides on wet sand
M01129-01
– Check the radiator cap.
Value on the radiator cap 1.8 bar (26 psi)
» If the indicated value does not correspond to the required value:
Warning
Danger of scalding During motorcycle operation, the coolant gets
very hot and is under pressure.
– Do not remove the radiator cap, radiator hoses or other cooling
system components when the engine is hot. Allow the engine
and cooling system to cool down. In case of scalding, rinse
immediately with lukewarm water.
– Change the radiator cap.
M01106-01
(All 125/150 models)
– Fit a waterproofing device on the air filter.
Waterproofing device for air filter (79006921000)
Info
See the KTM PowerParts fitting instructions.
M01103-01
(All 250/300 models)
– Fit a waterproofing device on the air filter.
Rain cover for air filter (59006021000)
Info
See the KTM PowerParts fitting instructions.
M01107-01
– Adjust the carburetor jetting and setting.
Info
Your authorized KTM workshop can recommend the right carburetor tuning.
600868-01
– Clean the chain.
Chain cleaner ( p. 136)
– Fit the steel sprocket.
Tip
Do not grease the chain.
– Clean the radiator fins.
– Straighten bent radiator fins carefully.
Condition
Regular use in sand
– Change the piston every 10 operating hours.