FINAL INSPECTION
NOTE:
It is normal for the shock absorbers to not
provide their optimal performance during the first
test ride. They will be set after a few suspension
strokes.
1. Instrument
cluster
operation
and
indica-
tor-warning pilot lamps functioning on power
up.
2. Display of safety message in cluster.
3. Starter interlock mechanism operation.
3.1 Press start button to make sure engine can
not be started if M button is not depressed
to acknowledge safety message.
4. Cluster mode button and set button operation.
5. Check for error messages in cluster and correct
if necessary.
6. Verify that both ignition keys allow the engine
to start.
7. Brake operation.
– The brake pedal is in front of the right foot-
peg.
– Press it down to operate.
– This pedal brakes all three wheels.
7.1 Ensure brake pedal is firm when pressure
is applied and that it returns freely.
8. Parking brake operation.
– The parking brake pedal is behind the opera-
tor's left footpeg. This pedal brakes only the
rear wheel.
8.1 Press it down firmly until it locks to apply
the parking brake.
8.2 Firmly press the pedal down a second time
to release the parking brake.
8.3 Ensure parking brake is shut-off.
9. Reverse button operation (SE5 Model).
9.1 Start engine.
9.2 Shift transmission to first gear, slightly ap-
ply throttle then release.
9.3 Shift transmission to reverse, slightly ap-
ply throttle then release.
9.4 Shift transmission to neutral position,
slightly apply throttle then release.
10. Reverse interlock operation (SM5 Model).
10.1 With the engine running, attempt to shift
into reverse without pulling the reverse
interlock lever back.
10.2 Release the clutch lever.
10.3 If the transmission is allowed to shift to
reverse, the reverse interlock will need to
be adjusted.
11. Throttle operation.
– The throttle is the right handgrip, it controls
engine speed. To increase engine speed,
roll the throttle toward you. To decrease en-
gine speed, roll the throttle away from you.
The throttle is spring loaded and should re-
turn to idle when released.
11.1 With handlebars turned fully left and then
fully right, ensure that the throttle returns
completely to idle position.
12. Clutch lever operation (SM5 Model).
– The clutch lever is in front of the left hand-
grip. The clutch controls the transmission
of power from the engine to the rear wheel.
The lever is squeezed to disengage power
and released to engage power.
13. Engine stop switch operation.
– The engine stop switch is near the right
handgrip. It has two positions and must be
set to the run position before you can start
the engine. It allows you to stop the engine
anytime without removing your hand from
the handlebar.
14. Operation of the following lights:
– Headlights
– Taillights
– Brake light
– Position lights
– Turn signals
– Hazard lights
– Licence plate light.
– Auxiliary lights (option package, except CE
models).
15. Dimmer switch operation.
16. Horn operation.
– The horn button is located near the left
handgrip.
17. Leakage of the following fluids:
– Fuel
– Engine oil
– Engine coolant
– Brake fluid
– Clutch fluid
Vehicle Cleaning
To clean the vehicle,
do not use high-pressure
washers
(like the ones found in car washes) as
they may damage certain parts of the vehicle.
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