Before riding the motorcycle be sure to check
the following items. Please give proper
importance to these checks and perform all of
them before riding the motorcycle. If any
irregularities are found during these checks,
refer to the Maintenance chapter and see
Authorised Dealer / Service center for the
action required to return the motorcycle to a
safe operating condition.
WARNING :
Failure to perform these
checks every day before you ride may
result in serious damage or severe
accident.
What to check
Check for
Fuel
Enough fuel for the planned distance of
operation, no leaks in the fuel lines.
Engine Oil
Oil level between upper & lower marks.
Throttle
1. Correct play in the throttle cable (2 to
3 mm)
2. Smooth operation & positive return
of throttle grip to the closed position.
What to check
Check for
Steering Lock
Correct operation.
Brakes
1. Correct pedal play (25~30 mm).
2. Brake lining wear indicator within
‘USABLE RANGE’.
3. No dragging.
Drive chain
1. Proper slack (25~35 mm).
2. Adequate lubrication.
Lighting
Operation of all lights.
Horn
Correct functions.
Steering
1. Smoothness.
2. No restriction of movement.
3. Not Loose / Tight.
Clutch
1. Correct lever play. (2 to 3 mm).
2. Smooth operation of lever.
Side and
Return to their fully up position.
Center Stand
Tyres
1. Correct pressure.
2. Adequate tread depth.
3. No cracks or cuts.
Mirrors
Correct position.
Daily Safety Checks
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Non-use maintenance is necessary if a vehicle
remains off road for a longer duration (more
than 15 days**). The correct & careful non-use
maintenance carried out before storing the
vehicle will prevent the vehicle from rusting
and from such other non-operational damages
like fire hazards.
•
Clean the entire vehicle thoroughly.
•
Empty the fuel from fuel tank & carburettor
float bowl (if fuel is left in for a longer time,
the fuel will break and gummy substance
could clog the carburettor).
•
Remove spark plug and put several drops
of 2T oil into the cylinder. Kick the engine
over slowly a few times to coat the cylinder
wall with oil & install back the spark plug.
•
Set the vehicle on a box or a stand so that
both the wheels are raised off the ground.
•
Spray oil on all unpainted metal surfaces to
prevent rusting. Avoid getting oil on rubber
parts or brake liners.
•
Lubricate the control cables.
•
Cover the entire vehicle neatly. Make sure
that the storage area is well ventilated and
free from any source of flames or spark.
•
Fill 10% excess air pressure in both
wheels.
** For Battery :
a. Remove battery & keep it on wooden
plank, in properly ventilated area.
b. Before taking the vehicle for use.
•
Get the battery recharged from Authorised
Service Center / Battery Dealer.
•
Check & correct electrolyte level and apply
petroleum jelly on terminals (applicable to
certain models).
Preparation for regular use after storage :
•
Clean the vehicle
•
Make sure the spark plug is tight.
•
Fill the fuel tank with fuel.
•
Change the engine oil.
•
Check all the points listed in the Daily
Safety Checks section.
•
Check and inflate tyres to the proper tyre
pressure.
Non-Use Maintenance
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