General Information
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Daily Safety Checks
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Warning
Failure to perform these checks every
day before you ride may result in
serious motorcycle damage or an
accident causing serious injury or
death.
Check the following items each day
before you ride. The time required is
minimal, and these checks will help make
sure you have a safe, reliable ride.
If any irregularities are found during
these checks, refer to the Maintenance
and Adjustment section or see your
authorised Triumph dealer for the action
required to return the motorcycle to a
safe operating condition.
Check:
Fuel:
Adequate supply in tank, no fuel
leaks (see page 117).
Engine Oil:
Correct level visible at sight
glass. Add correct specification oil as
required. No leaks from the engine or oil
cooler (see page 175).
Final Drive:
No oil leaks (see page 183).
Tyres/Wheels:
Correct
inflation
pressures (when cold). Tread depth/
wear, tyre/wheel damage, punctures
etc. (see page 195).
Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners:
Visually check
that
steering
and
suspension
components, axles, and all controls are
properly tightened or fastened. Inspect
all areas for loose/damaged fixings.
Steering Action:
Smooth but not loose
from lock to lock. No binding of any of
the control cables (see page 188).
Brakes:
Pull the brake lever and push
the brake pedal to check for correct
resistance. Investigate any lever/pedal
where the travel is excessive before
meeting resistance, or if either control
feels spongy in operation (see page
184).
ABS:
Make sure that the ABS warning
light does not remain illuminated at
speeds above 6
mph (10
km/h) when
moving off (see page 154).
