56
Mainten
a
nce
Maintenance Fundamentals
To ensure safety, it is your responsibility to
perform a pre-ride inspection and make sure
that any problem you find is corrected. A pre-
ride inspection is a must, not only for safety,
but because having a breakdown, or even a
flat tyre, can be a major inconvenience.
Check the following items before you ride
motorcycle:
●
Fuel level-Fill fuel tank when necessary.
2
P. 47
●
Throttle-Check for smooth opening and
full closing in all steering positions.
2
P. 88
●
Engine oil level-Add engine oil if necessary.
Check for leaks.
2
P. 75
●
Coolant level-Add coolant if required.
Check for leaks.
2
P. 79
●
Drive chain-Check condition and slack,
adjust and lubricate if necessary.
2
P. 61,
85
●
Brakes-Check operation;
Front and Rear: check brake fluid level and
pads wear.
2
P. 81
●
Lights and horn-Check that lights,
indicators and horn function properly.
●
Engine stop switch-Check for proper
function.
2
P. 39
●
Clutch-Check clutch fluid level.
2
P. 83
●
Side stand ignition cut-off system-Check
for proper function.
2
P. 84
●
Wheels and tyres-Check condition, air
pressure and adjust if necessary.
2
P. 64
Pre-ride Inspection
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