Triumph Trident - Page 76

GENERAL INFORMATION
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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122).
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115).
Brake Pads: Check that the correct
amount of friction material is remaining
on all the brake pads (page115).
Brake Fluid Levels: No brake fluid
leakage. Brake fluid levels must be
between the MAX and MIN marks on
both reservoirs (page118).
Front Forks: Smooth action. No leaks
from fork seals (page124).
Throttle: Make sure that the throttle
grip returns to the idle position without
sticking (page33).
Clutch: Smooth operation and correct
cable free play (page110).
Coolant: No coolant leakage. Check the
coolant level in the expansion tank
(when the engine is cold) (page107).
Electrical Equipment: All lights and the
horn function correctly (page142).
Engine Stop: Stop switch turns the
engine off (page78).
Stand: Returns to the fully up position
by spring tension. Return springs not
weak or damaged (page71).