PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST
CHECKPOINT
TO VERIFY
Fuel
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Check fuel level in fuel tank.
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Refuel if necessary.
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Check fuel line for leakage.
Engine oil
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Check oil level in oil tank.
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If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
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Check vehicle for oil leakage.
Front brake
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Check operation.
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If soft or spongy, have dealer bleed hydraulic system.
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Check brake pads for wear.
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Replace if necessary.
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Check fluid level in reservoir.
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If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
•
Check hydraulic system for leakage.
Rear brake
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Check operation.
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If soft or spongy, have dealer bleed hydraulic system.
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Check brake pads for wear.
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Replace if necessary.
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Check fluid level in reservoir.
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If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
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Check hydraulic system for leakage.
Throttle grip
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Make sure that operation is smooth.
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Check cable free play.
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If necessary, have dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and grip housing.
Wheels and tires
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Check for damage.
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Check tire condition and tread depth.
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Check air pressure.
Brake levers
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Make sure that operation is smooth.
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Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
Side stand
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Make sure that operation is smooth.
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Lubricate pivot if necessary.
Chassis fasteners
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Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
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Tighten if necessary.
Instruments, lights, signals and switches
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Check operation
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Correct if necessary
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