5-1
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this machine, check the following points:
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Front brake
• Check operation, free play, fluid level and fluid leakage.
• Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.
5-3–5-4,
8-21–8-28
Rear brake
• Check operation, lever/pedal free play and pedal height.
Fuel
• Check fuel level.
• Fill with fuel if necessary.
5-5–5-6
Engine oil
• Check oil level.
• Fill with oil if necessary.
5-7, 8-5–8-9
Final gear oil
• Check for leakage. 5-8, 8-9–8-11
Throttle
• Check for proper throttle cable operation and free play. 5-8, 8-19
Wheels and tires
• Check tire pressure, wear and damage.
5-9–5-12,
8-30–8-31
Fittings and fasteners
• Check all fittings and fasteners. 5-8
Lights
• Check for proper operation. 5-9, 8-35–8-38
U5GW13.book Page 1 Tuesday, July 30, 2002 2:23 PM
