PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make
sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition.
Always follow the inspection and maintenance pro-
cedures and schedules described in the Owner's
Manual.
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Check whether the fuel switch handle is on " "
2. Turn the key to “ON”.
3. Put in neutral gear, or pull the clutch lever.
4. Start the engine by pushing the start switch.
When the engine is cold
Use the choke to start the engine.
Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to become famil
-
iar with all controls. If there is a control or function
you do not understand, ask your dealer.
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS
WARNING
!
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle prop-
erly increases the possibility of an accident or
equipment damage. Do not operate the vehicle if
you find any problem. If a problem cannot be
corrected by the procedures provided in this
manual, have the vehicle inspected by a dealer.
WARNING
!
Failure to familiarize yourself with the controls
can lead to loss of control, which could cause an
accident or injury.
WARNING
!
Do not start the engine indoor with bad ventila-
tion or without ventilation. Do not leave a start-
ing vehicle when no one else is around.
Do not run the engine in high speed when you
do not drive the vehicle, or it will become over-
heating and damage its inner parts.
NOTICE
13 - 14
ITEM
CHECKS
Fuel
• Check fuel level in fuel tank.
• Refuel if necessary.
• Check fuel line for leakage
Engine oil
• Check oil level in engine.
• If necessary, add recommended oil
to specified level.
• Check vehicle for oil leakage.
ITEM
CHECKS
Disc brake
( If equipped )
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have dealer bleed
hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear. Replace
if necessary.
• Check fluid level in reservoir. If
necessary, add recommended brake
fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
ITEM
CHECKS
Wheels and tires
• Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
Brake levers
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
Brake pedal
• Lubricate pivots if necessary.
Sidestand,
Mainstand
( If equipped )
• Lubricate pivots if necessary.
Instruments,
lights, signals
and switches
• Check operation.
Drum brake
( If equipped )
• Check operation.
• Check brake shoes for wear. Replace
if necessary
.
Throttle grip
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Check cable free play.
• If necessary, have a dealer adjust
cable free play and lubricate cable
and grip housing.
Clutch lever
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Check cable free play.
• If necessary, have a dealer adjust
cable free play and lubricate cable.