7 PREPARING FOR USE 104
– Make sure that the pre-delivery inspection work has been carried out exclusively by an authorized KTM-RC8 workshop.
You receive a delivery certificate and the service record at vehicle handover.
– Before your first trip, read the entire operating instructions carefully.
– Get to know the controls.
– Adjust the basic position of clutch lever. ( p. 168)
– Adjust the basic position of hand brake lever. ( p. 170)
– Adjust the foot brake lever. ( p. 143)
– Adjust the shift lever. ( p. 139)
– Get used to handling the vehicle on suitable terrain before making a longer trip. Try also to ride as slowly as possible to get a better
feeling for the motorcycle.
– Hold the handlebars firmly with both hands and keep your feet on the footrests when riding.
– Run the engine in. ( p. 104)
7.2 Running the engine in
– Do not exceed the specified engine speed and load during the running-in period.
Guideline
Maximum engine speed
During the first: 1,000 km (621.4 mi) 7,500 rpm
After the first: 1,000 km (621.4 mi) 10,500 rpm
– Avoid full-throttle operation!
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