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use and maintenance Scarabeo 50
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Component Check See p.
Front and rear
disc brakes Check brake operation, lever and pedal play, fluid levels. Check the pads for exces-
sive wear, check the discs for condition. If the discs are unduly scored or show signs
of heat discoloration, do not ride the vehicle. Check both brake systems for evidence
of leaks. If there are leaks, do not ride the vehicle. 36 (LUBRICANTS), 38 (BRAKES),
39 (DISC BRAKES), 40 (FRONT
AND REAR BRAKE), 67 (CHECK-
ING THE BRAKE PAD WEAR).
Rear drum
brake
3
Check the functioning, the free play, and the lever condition. Check the clearance
between the lever and the handlebar. If it is incorrect, adjust it. 38 (BRAKES), 42 (REAR DRUM
BRAKE
3
), 68 (CHECKING THE
SHOE WEAR
3
).
Throttle Make sure that it works smoothly and that it is possible to open and close it completely,
in all steering positions. If necessary, adjust and/or lubricate it. 77 (ADJUSTING THE THROTTLE
CONTROL).
2 stroke oil Check and/or top up if necessary. 29 (INSTRUMENTS AND INDICA-
TORS TABLE), 36 (LUBRICANTS).
Wheels/tires Check the tire surface, the inflation pressure, wear and tear and any damage.
Remove any foreign matter that may be stuck in the tread grooves.
Inspect the rims, spokes and hubs for cracks, looseness or damage. Do not ride the
vehicle if there is even the slightest defect in either of the wheels.
44 (TIRES).
Brake levers Make sure they work smoothly and are properly lubricated.
Make sure that the stoplight switch, on the front brake lever and on the rear brake
lever, operates correctly. 36 (LUBRICANTS), 38 (BRAKES),
39 (DISC BRAKES), 40 (FRONT
AND REAR BRAKE), 42 (REAR
DRUM BRAKE
3
).
Steering Make sure that the fork head rotates through its entire range without fouling of any
kind. Make sure that the fork stops touch the frame at full left and full right fork lock.
69 (CHECKING THE STEERING).
Center stand Make sure that it works smoothly and that the spring tension brings it back to its nor-
mal position.
If necessary, lubricate joints and hinges.
70 (CHECKING THE STAND).
Component
nuts, bolts and
other fasteners Check that all fasteners are tight and properly torqued.
55 (MAINTENANCE).
Fuel tank Check the fuel level and top up if necessary.
Make sure that there are no fuel leaks.
Make sure that the filler cap is properly tightened.
29 (INSTRUMENTS AND INDICA-
TORS TABLE), 34 (FUEL).
Engine stop
switch (
n
-
m
)
Make sure that it functions correctly. 31 (CONTROLS AT THE RIGHT
HAND GRIP).
Lights, warning
lights and elec-
trical devices Check the proper functioning of all the lights and the horn.
Do not ride if any of these are not functioning properly.
from 79 (BATTERY) to 89 (CHANG-
ING THE LICENSE PLATE BULB).