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Standard required:
Refer to the Owner's Handbook for further information regarding the ABS indicator light
illumination sequence for the relevant model.
The ABS indicator light should flash on and off and continue to flash after engine start
up until the motorcycle first reaches a speed exceeding 6 mph (10 km/h).
Clutch
Standard required:
The clutch should engage smoothly, without judder, slipping or noise.
Gear Change
Standard required:
Changing between gears must be smooth and easily accomplished.
Throttle Response
Standard required:
The engine should be quick to respond to any movement of the throttle.
There should be no pronounced misfires.
The idle speed must not change when the handlebars are turned from lock to lock.
Brakes
Standard required:
The brakes should have a firm, responsive feel.
The brakes should act smoothly and silently without judder.
Upon activation of the brakes, the motorcycle should come to rest without deviating
from a straight line.