4-4
Before riding the motorcycle, be sure
to check the following items. Never
underestimate the importance of
these checks. Perform all of them
before riding the machine.
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 moving engine
parts.
Shut the engine off when perform-
ing 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
(
6-23)
• Correct play in the throttle
cable
• Smooth operation and
positive return of the
throttle grip to the closed
position
Clutch
(
6-25)
• Correct lever play
• Smooth and sure action of
clutch lever
Brakes
(
6-30)
• Proper pedal and lever
operation
• Fluid level in the reservoir
to be above “LOWER” line
• No fluid leakage
• Brake pads not to be worn
down to the limit line
• Correct pedal and lever
play
• No “sponginess”
Suspensions
(
2-22)
Smooth movement
Fuel
(
2-11)
Enough fuel for the planned
distance of operation
Tires
(
6-35)
• Correct pressure
• Adequate tread depth
• No cracks or cut
Engine oil
(
6-18)
Correct level
Cooling
system
(
6-26)
• Proper coolant level
• No leaks or damage
Gear oil
(
6-29)
Correct level
Horn
(
2-15)
Correct function
Engine stop
switch
(
2-16)
Correct function
Lighting
(
2-5,
2-7, 2-13)
Operation of all lights and
indicators
Side stand/
Ignition
interlock
system
(
6-39)
Proper operation
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