Suzuki RM-Z450, Manual

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RIDING TIPS
INSTRUCTIONS
INSPECTION BEFORE ENGINE
OIL LEVEL CHECK
• Before starting the engine,
check that there is sufficient oil
for operating the engine.
• During inspection, hold the
motorcycle in an upright posi-
tion on a level surface.
• Remove the oil check bolt
1
.
If, at this time, oil comes out
from this bolt hole, proceed to
“ENGINE OIL LEVEL
INSPECTION” below.
NOTICE
Leaving the engine at idling
speed after riding will cause
engine overheat as this compe-
tition motorcycle does not have
the radiator cooling fan and
coolant reservoir. Riding the
motorcycle under severe con-
ditions such as muddy or
sandy terrain with high ambi-
ent temperature can shorten
time to be overheated.
Do not leave the engine at
idling after riding the motorcy-
cle. Inspect the radiator for
proper coolant level before
riding for practice and race.
NOTICE
If the engine is started with
insufficient or no oil, the
engine components will possi-
bly be damaged.
Always keep the engine oil at
the specified level.