9.0 PRE-DELIVERY VEHICLE CHECKS
Vehicle checks
Paintwork
Panel gaps, bodywork parts
Vehicle damage
All surfaces clean
Torque settings
Torque settings in safety-relevant areas
Securing bolts
Electrical system
Ignition switch
Headlamp angle in accordance with legal requirements
Tail light, parking light, brake light
Indicators and indicator warning light
Instrument panel lights
Instruments: petrol gauge and water temperature gauge
Warning lights
Horn
Hazard warning lights
Engine cutout function actuated by handbrake
Fluids and lubricants
Petrol in fuel tank
Brake fluid level
Differential gearbox, oil level
Engine oil level
Coolant level
Test ride
Cold start
All instruments in working order
Throttle response
Vehicle stability when accelerating and braking
Braking performance, front and rear brakes
Damping, front and rear
Excessive noise
Checking proper chain tension and automatic chain lubrication
Vehicle checks after test ride
Warm start
Even idling speed (turn handlebars from lock to lock)
Free and even handlebar movements
Steering head bearings for play. No knocking should be felt.
Vehicle function checks
Braking
Brake lever travel
Clutch
Function checks
Engine
Throttle cable adjustment
Other: Check vehicle documents
Check frame and engine numbers
Check toolkit
Fit number plate
Check locks
Check tyre pressures
Fit rear-view mirrors and any optional extras