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General Information
Drive Chain:
Check drive chain for correct
adjustment and lubrication (page
74
).
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
fasteners.
Steering Action:
Smooth but not loose from
lock to lock. No binding of any of the control
cables (page
84
).
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
(page 78).
Brake Pads: There should be more than
0.06 in (1.5 mm) of friction material
remaining on all the pads (page 78).
Brake Fluid Levels: No brake fluid leakage.
Brake fluid levels must be between the MAX
and MIN marks on both reservoirs (page 79).
Front Forks:
Smooth action. No fork oil
leakage (page
85
).
Throttle:
Throttle grip free play
0.08 - 0.12 in (
2 - 3 mm). Ensure that the
throttle grip returns to the idle position
without sticking (page
70
).
Clutch:
Smooth operation and correct cable
free play (page
72
).
Electrical Equipment:
All lights and horn
function correctly (page
25
).
Engine Stop:
Stop switch turns the engine
off (page
32
/
46
).
Stand:
Returns to the fully up position by
spring tension. Return springs not weak or
damaged (page
41
).