4-4
Check the condition of the motor-
cycle to help make sure that you
do not have mechanical problems
or get stranded somewhere when
you ride. Before riding the motor-
cycle, be sure to check the follow-
ing items. Be sure your
motorcycle is in good condition for
the personal safety of the rider,
passenger and protection of the
motorcycle.
NOTE: Check switch operation
before riding when ambient tem-
perature is below zero.
WARNING
Checking maintenance items
when the engine is running can
be hazardous. You could be
severely injured if your hands
or clothing get caught in mov-
ing engine parts.
Shut the engine off when per-
forming maintenance checks,
except when checking the
lights, engine stop switch, and
throttle.
WHAT TO
CHECK
CHECK FOR:
Steering
• Smoothness
• No restriction of movement
• No play or looseness
Throttle
(
7-26)
• Correct play in the throttle
cable
• Smooth operation and
positive return of the
throttle grip to the closed
position
Clutch
(
7-32)
• Correct lever play
• Smooth and progressive
action
Brakes
(
3-28,
• Proper pedal and lever
operation
• Fluid level in the reservoir
to be above “LOWER” line
• Correct pedal play
• No “sponginess”
• No fluid leakage
• Brake pads not worn down
to the limit line
Suspension
(
3-34)
Smooth movement
Fuel
(
3-15)
Enough fuel for the planned
distance of operation
Drive chain
(
7-28)
• Correct tension or slack
• Adequate lubrication
• No excessive wear or
damage
Tires
(
7-37)
• Correct pressure
• Adequate tread depth
• No cracks or cuts
Engine oil
(
7-20)
Correct level
Cooling
system
(
7-27)
• Proper coolant level
• No coolant leakage
Lighting
(
Operation of all lights and
indicators
Horn
(
3-23)
Correct function
Engine stop
switch
(
3-28)
Correct function
Side stand/
Ignition
interlock
switch
(
7-41)
Proper operation
Windshield
(
3-35,
Good visibility
Spoke
wheels
(DL650XA)
(
7-40)
• Spoke tension
• Check for damage
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