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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this motorcycle, check the following points:
Item Routine Page
Fuel9Check fuel level/top up as required. 24
Engine oil9Check oil level/add oil as required. 25, 41~43
9Check operation, condition and free play. Adjust if necessary.
Front brake9Check fluid level and fluid leakage. Fill with DOT3 or DOT4 50~53
brake fluid if necessary. (T105SE)
Rear brake9Check operation and pedal free play. Adjust if necessary. 54
Throttle grip/Housing9Check for smooth operation. Lubricate/Adjust if necessary.—
Drive chain9Check chain slack and condition. Adjust if necessary. 56~59
Wheels/Tires9Check tire pressure, wear, damage and spoke tightness. 26~27
Control/Meter cable9Check for smooth operation. Lubricate if necessary.—
Brake and shift pedal shafts9Check for smooth operation. Lubricate if necessary. 60
Brake lever pivots9Check for smooth operation. Lubricate if necessary. 60
Center and sidestand pivots9Check for smooth operation. Lubricate if necessary. 60
Fittings/fasteners9Check all chassis fittings and fasteners.
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9Tighten/Adjust, if necessary.
Lights and signals9Check for proper operation.—
Switches9Check for proper operation.—
Battery9Check fluid level, top-up with distilled water if necessary. 62~64
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Tires
To ensure maximum performance, long
service, and safe operation, note the fol-
lowing:
1. Tire air pressure
Always check and adjust the tire pres-
sure before operating the motorcycle.
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Tire inflation pressure should be checked
and adjusted when the temperature of the
tire equals the ambient air temperature.
Tire inflation pressure must be adjusted
according to total weight of cargo, rider,
and passenger.
26 Cold tire pressure: Front Rear
Solo rider175 kPa 200 kPa
(1.75 kgf/cm
2) (2.0 kgf/cm2)
With passenger200 kPa 225 kPa
(2.0 kgf/cm
2) (2.25 kgf/cm2)
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