Running In / Safe Riding Tips
Safe Riding Tips / Daily Safety Checks
• Do not race the engine excessively.
• Do not run at constant speed. Vary the
engine speed.
Fuel Saving Tips :
A well maintained vehicle and good driving
can contribute a lot to the saving of petrol.
Following are a few simple fuel saving tips.
Good Riding Habits :
• Ride smoothly and steadily at an optimum
driving speed of 40 to 50 Km/h.
• Avoid harsh braking.
• Change the gear judiciously according to
the speed and load requirement.
• Don’t overload the vehicle above the
specified payload.
• Use the accelerator judiciously.
• Cut off the engine if you want to stop for
more than two minutes.
Safe Riding Tips
•
Always wear a helmet while riding. Your
helmet should conform to appropriate
Indian standards i.e. ISI mark.
•
Read thoroughly the instructions in this
manual and follow them carefully.
•
Avoid unnecessary accessories for the
safety of both rider and other motorists.
•
Get familiar with traffic rules & regulations in
your states & general traffic signs.
Familiarise yourself well with starting,
acceleration and braking of the vehicle.
•
When applying the brakes, use both, the
front and rear brakes. Applying only one
brake may cause the rider to loose control,
use more of the front than rear judiciously
depending on road surface conditions.
•
During monsoon ride the vehicle more
cautiously. Remember vehicles skid more
easily during light showers.
•
Drive cautiously. Start early and reach your
destination safely.
•
Always carry vehicle registration papers,
insurance and a valid driving licence with
you.
•
Riding at proper speed and avoiding
unnecessary acceleration and braking are
important not only for safety and low fuel
consumption, but also for longer life of the
vehicle and smooth operation.
If any irregularities are found during these
checks, refer to the Maintenance chapter and
see your dealer for the action required to return
the motorcycle to a safe operating condition.
Warning :
Failure to perform these checks every
day before you ride may result in serious damage
or severe accident.
• Enough
fuel level
for planned distance of
journey. No fuel leakage in fuel lines.
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•
Engine oil
level (bet upper - lower level mark)
•
Throttle cable
play of 2 - 3 mm. Smooth
operation & positive return to closed position,
•
Steering Lock
lever not fouling.
•
Brake Pedal
Play - 20 to 30 mm.
•
Wear lining Indicator
within usable range.
no brake dragging.
•
Drive Chain
slack of 25 to 35 mm,/ adequately
lubricated.
• Function of all
lights & horn
• Smooth
steering
movement
without
restriction
•
Clutch lever
play - 2 to 3 mm
•
Both stands
return to their fully up position.
• Correct
inflation pressure
in both tyres
adequate tread depth - no cracks / cuts.
• Correct
rear viewing mirror
span adjustment.
Daily Safety Checks :
Before riding a motorcycle be sure to check
everyday following items.
Please give importance to these checks and
perform all of them.
Stopping the vehicle :
• Close the throttle completely, Shift the
transmission into neutral. Bring the vehicle to
complete stop, Turn the ignition switch off.
Parking :
• Support motorcycle on a firm level surface with
the center or side stand. Lock the steering.
Caution :
Do not park on a soft or steeply
inclined surface otherwise motorcycle may fall
over.
Proper running-in is important for the better life
and trouble free performance of the vehicle.
•
During first 2000 kms running-in period do
not exceed following speed limits.
Kms
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
0 - 1000
15
30
45
55
65
1000 - 2000 20
40
55
65
75
•
Always keep the speed below the limits
mentioned in the table.
•
Do not start moving or race the engine
immediately after starting. Run the engine
for a minute at idle speed to give the oil a
chance to work up into the engine.
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