KTM 390 Adventure - Owner's Manual > Opening fuel tank filler cap

Danger: Fire hazard

Fuel is highly flammable.

The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if overfilled.

• Do not fuel the vehicle in the vicinity of open flames.
• Switch off the engine for refueling.
• Make sure that no fuel is spilled; particularly not on hot parts of the vehicle.
• If any fuel is spilled, wipe it off immediately.
• Observe the specifications for refueling.

Warning: Danger of poisoning

Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.

• Avoid skin, eye and clothing contact with fuel.
• Immediately consult a doctor if you swallow fuel.
• Do not inhale fuel vapors.
• In case of skin contact, rinse the affected area with plenty of water.
• Rinse the eyes thoroughly with water, and consult a doctor in case of fuel contact with the eyes.
• Change your clothing in case of fuel spills on them.
• Keep fuels correctly in a suitable canister, and out of the reach of children.

Note

Environmental hazard

Improper handling of fuel is a danger to the environment.

• Do not allow fuel to enter the groundwater, the soil, or the sewage system.

• Lift cover 1 of the fuel tank filler cap and insert the ignition key into the lock.

Note: Danger of damage

The ignition key may break if overloaded.

Damaged ignition keys must be replaced.

• Push down on the fuel tank filler cap to take pressure off the ignition key.

 

• Turn the ignition key 90º clockwise.
• Lift the fuel tank filler cap.

Closing the fuel tank filler cap

Warning: Fire hazard

• Fuel is highly flammable, toxic and a health hazard.
• Check that the fuel tank filler cap is locked correctly after closing.
• Change your clothing if fuel spills on them.
• Rinse the affected area immediately with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin.

 

• Fold down the fuel tank filler cap.
• Turn the ignition key 90º clockwise.
• Push down the fuel tank filler cap and turn the ignition key counterclockwise until the fuel tank filler cap lock engages.
• Remove the ignition key and close the cover.

Seat lock

The seat lock 1 is located to the left of the seat.

The seat lock can be unlocked using the ignition key.

Tool set

The tool set 1 is located under the passenger seat.

Grab handles

The grab handles 1 are used for moving the motorcycle around.

If you carry a passenger, the passenger can hold onto the grab handles during the trip.

Passenger foot pegs

The passenger foot pegs can be folded up and down.

Possible states

• Passenger foot pegs folded up - For operation without a passenger.
• Passenger foot pegs folded down - For operation with a passenger.

Shift lever

Shift lever 1 is mounted on the left side of the engine.

The gear positions can be seen in the photograph.

The neutral or idle position is between the first and second gears.

Foot brake lever

Foot brake lever 1 is located in front of the right footrest.

The foot brake lever is used to activate the rear brake.

Side stand

The side stand 1 is located on the left of the vehicle.

The side stand is used for parking the motorcycle.

Info The side stand must be folded up during motorcycle use.

The side stand is coupled with the safety starting system; follow the riding instructions.

Possible states

• Side stand folded out - The vehicle can be supported on the side stand. The safety starting system is active.
• Side stand folded in - This position is mandatory when riding the motorcycle. The safety starting system is inactive.

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