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Safe Riding Tips / Daily Safety Checks
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Familiarise yourself well with starting,
acceleration and braking of the vehicle.
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When applying the brakes, use both, the
front and rear brakes. Applying only one
brake may cause the rider to loose control,
use more of the front than rear judiciously
depending on road surface conditions.
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Riding at proper speed and avoiding
unnecessary acceleration and braking are
important not only for safety and low fuel
consumption, but also for longer life of the
vehicle and smooth operation.
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During rainy season ride the vehicle more
cautiously. Remember vehicles skid more
easily during light showers.
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Drive cautiously. Start early and reach your
destination safely.
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Always carry vehicle registration papers,
insurance and a valid driving licence with
you.
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Rainy Season Care :
Fit & Finish Parts
It is suggested to customer to take
appropriate care in area of heavy
monsoon or high rainfall area.
• Enough
fuel level
for planned distance of
journey. No fuel leakage in fuel lines.
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Engine oil
level (bet upper - lower level mark)
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Throttle cable
play of 2 - 3 mm. Smooth
operation & positive return to closed position,
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Steering Lock
lever not fouling.
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Brake Pedal
Play - 20 to 30 mm.
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Wear lining Indicator
within usable range.
no brake dragging.
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Drive Chain
slack of 25 to 35 mm adequately
lubricated.
• Function of all
lights & horn
• Smooth
steering
movement
without restriction
•
Clutch lever
play - 2 to 3 mm
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Both stands
return to their fully up position.
• Correct
inflation pressure
in both tyres
adequate tread depth - no cracks / cuts.
• Correct
rear viewing
span adjustment of
mirror.
The appropriate surface preventive coat to
avoid rusting / poor surface finish on
a c c o u n t o f a d v e r s e a t m o s p h e r i c
conditions.
Running In
•
Always keep the speed below the limits
mentioned in the table.
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Do not race the engine excessively.
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Do not start moving or race the engine
immediately after starting. Run the engine
for a minute at idle speed to give the oil a
chance to workup into the engine.
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Do not run at constant speed. Vary the
engine speed.
Fuel Saving Tips :
A well maintained vehicle and good driving can
contribute a lot to the saving of petrol.
Following are a few simple fuel saving tips.
Good Riding Habits :
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Ride smoothly and steadily at an optimum
driving speed of 40 to 45 Km/h.
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Avoid harsh braking.
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Change the gear judiciously according to
the speed & load requirement.
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Don’t overload the vehicle above the
specified payload.
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Use the accelerator judiciously.
•
Cut off the engine if you want to stop for
more than two minutes.
Proper running-in is important for the better life
and trouble free performance of the vehicle.
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During first 2000 kms running-in period do
not exceed following speed limits.
Kms
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
0 - 1000
15
30
45
55
1000 - 2000
20
40
60
75
Fuel
Check fuel lines and connections for
leakage.
Spark plug
Inspect and clean spark plug. Adjust
electrode gap. Replace periodically
Air filter
Clean / Replace the air filter element
periodically.
Engine oil
Check level. Use recommended grade
and quantity.
Brakes
Ensure that the brakes are not
dragging / binding.
Clutch
Ensure correct clutch lever play.
Tyre pressure
Always maintain the recommended tyre
pressure.
Carburettor
Clean and adjust the carburettor.
Adjust idling speed.
Vehicle Maintenance (Ensure Following)
