Pre-ride checks
Attention
Failure to carry out these checks before riding
may lead to motorcycle damage and injury to rider
and passenger.
Before riding, perform a thorough check-up on your
bike as follows:
- FUEL LEVEL IN THE TANK
Check the fuel level in the tank. Fill tank if needed
(page 269).
- ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Check oil level in the sump through the sight
glass. Top up if needed (page 304).
- BRAKE AND CLUTCH FLUID
Check fluid level in the relevant reservoirs (page
274).
- COOLANT
Check coolant level in the expansion reservoir.
Top up if needed (page 272).
- TIRE CONDITION
Check tire pressure and condition (page 301).
- CONTROLS
Work the brake, clutch, throttle and gear change
controls (levers, pedals and twistgrip) and check
for proper operation.
- LIGHTS AND INDICATORS
Make sure lights, indicators and horn work
properly. Replace any burnt-out bulbs (page 298).
- KEY LOCKS
Ensure that tank filler plug (page 237) and seat
(page 238).
- STAND
Make sure side stand operates smoothly and is in
the correct position (page 245).
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