User's Manual

General Information
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Check:
Fuel: Adequate supply in tank, no fuel
leaks (page
87).
Engine Oil: Correct level visible at sight
glass. Add correct specification oil as
required. No leaks from the engine or oil
cooler (page
138).
Final Drive: No oil leaks (page
145).
Tyres/Wheels: Correct inflation pressures
(when cold). Tread depth/wear, tyre/wheel
damage, punctures etc. (page
155).
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 fixings.
Steering Action: Smooth but not loose
from lock to lock. No binding of any of
the control cables (page
149).
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 (page
145).
ABS: Ensure that the ABS warning light
does not remain illuminated at speeds
above 6 mph (10 km/h) when moving off
(page
25).
Brake Pads: There should be more than
1.5 mm of friction material remaining on
all the pads (page
145).
Brake Fluid Levels: No brake and clutch
fluid leakage. Brake fluid levels must be
between the MAX and MIN marks on
both reservoirs (page
147).
Front Forks: Smooth action. No leaks
from fork seals (page
150).
Throttle: Throttle grip free play 2 - 3 mm.
Ensure that the throttle grip returns to
the idle position without sticking
(page
74).
Clutch Fluid Level: No brake and clutch
fluid leakage. The clutch fluid level must
be between the MAX and MIN marks on
the reservoir (page
144).
Coolant: No coolant leakage. Check the
coolant level in the expansion tank
(when the engine is cold) (page
141).
Electrical Equipment: All lights and the
horn function correctly (page
68).
Engine Stop: Stop switch turns the
engine off (page
112).
Stands: Returns to the fully up position
by spring tension. Return springs not
weak or damaged (page
92).