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10. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE BEFORE RIDING
(Please refer to the components location diagram for the following components.)
§ROUTINE INSPECTION §
Check Items Check Key Points
Engine Oil Is there enough engine oil?
Fuel Is it enough? Is it Octane 90 or above
Brake
Front
Braking condition?
(Brake lever free play: 10~20mm)
Rear
Braking condition?
(Brake
lever free play: 10~20mm)
Tires
Front
Is tire pressure normal?
(Standard: 1.75kg/cm
2
)
Rear
Is tire pressure normal?
(Standard: 2.0 kg/cm
2
for 1 person, 2. 25 kg/cm
2
for 2 persons)
Steering Handle Does the handle vibrate abnormally or is difficult to turn?
Speedometer, lights, and
rearview mirror
Is it operated properly?
Do lights come on? Can it be seen clearly from behind?
Tightness of Main Components Are screws, nuts loosen?
Abnormal Points Do the previous troubles still exist?
§ENGINE OIL INSPECTION AND CHANGE §
y INSPECTION:
1. Use the main parking stand to support the
motorcycle on a level ground, remove the dipstick
after engine stopped for 3~5 minutes. Wipe oil off
the dipstick and then insert it into the guide tube
again (Do not rotate it.)
2. Remove the dipstick and check whether oil level is
in between the upper and lower marks.
y Add oil to upper limit if oil is under the lower limit.
(Check cylinder, crankcase…etc for leakage.)
CAUTION:
y If any problem founded during routine inspection, correct the problem before using the
motorcycle again, have your motorcycle checked and repaired by the “SYM dealer or
authorized service personnel” if necessary.