Suzuki gw250F Owner's Manual page 44

Check the condition of the motorcycle
to help make sure that you do not
have mechanical problems or get
stranded somewhere when you ride.
Before riding the motorcycle, be sure
to check the following items. Be sure
your motorcycle is in good condition
for the personal safety of the rider,
passenger and protection of the
motorcycle.
! WARNING
Checking maintenance
when the engine is running can be
hazardous. You could be severely
injured if your hands or clothing
get caught in moving engine
parts.
Shut the engine off when perform-
ing maintenance checks, except
when checking the lights, engine
stop switch, and throttle.
WHAT TO
CHECK
Steering • Smoothness
• No restriction of movement
• No play or looseness
Throttle • Correct play in the throttle
(/ 6-22) cable
• Smooth operation and
positive return of
the throttle grip to the
closed position
Clutch • Correct play in the cable
(/ 6-23) • Smooth and sure action of
clutch lever
Brakes • Proper pedal and lever
(/ 6-29) operation
• Fluid level in the reservoir
to be above "LOWER" line
• Correct pedal and
lever play
• No "sponginess"
• No fluid leakage
• Brake pads not to be worn
down to the limit line
items
CHECK FOR:
Suspensions
Fuel
(/ 2-10)
Drive chain
(/ 6-26)
Tires
(/ 6-33)
Engine oil
(/ 6-17)
Cooling
system
(/ 6-24)
Lighting
(/ 2-6,
2-14)
Horn
(/ 2-15)
Engine stop
switch
(/ 2-15)
Side stand/
Ignition
interlock
switch
(/ 6-36)
Windshield
(/ 8-6)
4-4
Smooth movement
Enough fuel for the planned
distance of operation
• Correct tension or slack
• Adequate lubrication
• No excessive wear or
damage
• Correct pressure
• Adequate tread depth
• No cracks or cuts
Correct level
• Proper coolant level
• No coolant leakage
Operation of all lights and
indicators
Correct function
Correct function
Proper operation
Good visibility