Triumph T120 - Safe Operation; Daily Safety Checks

General information
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Safe Operation
Daily Safety Checks
Check the following items each day
before you ride. The time required is
minimal, and these checks will help
ensure a safe, reliable ride.
If any irregularities are found during
these checks, refer to the Maintenance
and Adjustment section or see your
authorized Triumph dealer for the action
required to return the motorcycle to a
safe operating condition.
Warning
Failure to perform these checks every
day before you ride may result in
serious motorcycle damage or an
accident causing serious injury or
death.
Check:
Fuel: Adequate supply in tank, no fuel
leaks (see
page52
).
Engine Oil: Correct level on dipstick. Add
correct specification oil as required. No
leaks from the engine or oil cooler (see
page80
).
Drive Chain: Correct adjustment (see
page88
).
Tires/Wheels: Correct inflation
pressures (when cold). Tread depth/
wear, tire/wheel damage, loose/broken
spokes, punctures etc. (see
page105
).
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 (see
page97
).
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 (see
page91
).
Brake Pads: There should be more than
0.06 in (1.5 mm) of friction material
remaining on all the pads (see
page91
).
Brake Fluid Levels: No brake fluid
leakage. Brake fluid levels must be
between the MAX and MIN marks on
both reservoirs (see
page92
).