Chapter 3 – Maintenance
Service manual AJP PR3/PR4 3 - 13
Do not allow dirt, mud or water remains
accumulated in the fuel filler cap cavities
because it can damage the breather in the
fuel tank and cause malfunction of the fuel
system to the engine.
! WARNING !
When the bike is washed, avoid direct
pressure water jets directly to the breather in
the cap of the fuel tank.
Fuel tank
Check the condition of the fuel tank:
existence of damages, cracks.
Check if the fuel lines are deteriorated,
damaged or leaking.
Inspect the suction pipe inside the tank and
check if there is dirt that causes obstruction in
the fuel flow.
For fixing the fuel tank, be careful and always
use
screws
with
the
correct
dimensions/length in order to avoid damage
the tank when it is assembled in the rear
frame.
Specific screws type:
oval head M6x12
Tightening torque: 10N.m (1,0Kgf.m)
! DANGER !
If the fuel tank is damaged, it must be
replaced immediately. The use of the
motorcycle with a damaged tank can cause
fuel leakage to the rear wheel or cause a fire.
Check the connections of the fuel lines to the
fuel tank: pipe for the fuel pump (1); return
pipe (2). Also check the links of the fuel lines
to the fuel pump: tube from the fuel tank; pipe
to the carburetor.
Improper installation may cause
a
malfunction of the engine.
Check if the fuel lines are deteriorated,
damaged or leaking.
If necessary replace the tubes of the fuel
supply system, its dimensions can be found
in Chapter 1 – General Information /
Technical Specifications.
Fix the pipes with appropriate clamps. Check
that the clamps are properly placed and that
the tubes are well fixed.
