25
Before Riding
Is Your Motorcycle Ready to Ride?
Engine Oil
Fuel
Spark Plug
& Cap
Throttle
Brakes
Drive Chain
Cables
Nuts &
Bolts
Check the level and add oil if
needed (page
).
Check the level and add fuel
(page
) if needed. Also make
sure the fuel fill cap is securely
fastened.
Check for looseness (page
).
Check these items after you get on the
motorcycle:
Check the freeplay and adjust if
needed. Rotate the throttle to
make sure it moves smoothly
without sticking, and snaps shut
automatically when it is released,
in all steering positions
(page
).
Check the condition and slack.
Adjust and lubricate if needed.
Also check the chain guide
slider and slipper for wear and
replace if needed (page
).
Check the cable housings for
wear. Check the fittings for
looseness. Replace or tighten as
needed.
Use a wrench to make sure all
accessible nuts, bolts, and
fasteners are tight.
(cont’d)
Squeeze the front brake lever
and step on the rear brake pedal
to check that the controls
operate normally (pages
,
). Check for proper freeplay
(pages
,
). Adjust
freeplay, if necessary (pages
,
).
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Summary of Contents for 2004 CRF150F
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