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EAU01114
4-PRE-OPERATION CHECKSOwners are personally responsible for their vehicle’s condition. Your motorcycle’s vital functions can start to deteriorate
quickly and unexpectedly, even if it remains unused (for instance, if it is exposed to the elements). Any damage, fluid leak or
loss of tire pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important that, in addition to a thorough visual in-
spection, you check the following points before each ride.
EAU00340
PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Front brake• Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
• Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.
6-18 ~ 6-22
Rear brake• Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
• Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.
Clutch• Check operation, condition and free play.
• Adjust if necessary.6-17 ~ 6-18
Throttle grip and housing• Check for smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-14
Engine oil• Check oil level.
• Fill with oil if necessary.6-7 ~ 6-10
Wheels and tires• Check tire pressure, wear, damage and spoke tightness.
• Tighten spokes necessary.6-15 ~ 6-17
Brake and shift pedal
shafts• Check for smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-24
Brake and clutch lever
pivots• Check for smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-25
Sidestand pivot• Check for smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-25
Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Tighten if necessary.—
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