Operation Manual

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– Switch off the engine.
– Use tension belts or other suitable devices to secure the motorcycle against acci-
dents or falling over.
9.8 Refueling
Danger
Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable.
The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if overfilled.
– Do not refuel the vehicle in the vicinity of open flames or lit cigarettes.
– 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.
Warning
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.
– Switch off the engine.
– Open the filler cap. ( p. 16)
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Fill the fuel tank with fuel up to measurement

.
Guideline
Measurement of

35 mm (1.38 in)
Total fuel tank
capacity, approx.
9.5 l
(2.51 US gal)
Super unleaded (95 octane)
mixed with 2-stroke engine
oil (1:60) ( p. 142) (All
XC‑W/XC‑W Six Days models,
All 250/300 EU/AU/US models)
Super unleaded, type C (ROZ 95/RON
95/PON 91 mixed with 2-stroke engine
oil, 1:60) ( p. 142) (300 EXC BR)
Engine oil, 2-stroke ( p. 141)
– Close the filler cap. ( p. 17)