Do not tamper with the vehicle
in any way that could result in
tuned performance.
Comply with checklist
At regular intervals, use the
checklist below to check your
motorcycle.
Always before riding off
Check operation of the brake
system.
Check operation of the lights
and signalling equipment.
Checking clutch function
(
144).
Checking tyre tread depth
(
146).
Checking tyre pressure
(
146).
Check that cases and luggage
are securely held in place.
Every 3rd refuelling
stop
without Dynamic ESA
Adjuster for spring preload, rear
(
97).
Adjusting the damping charac-
teristic for rear wheel (
with Dynamic ESA
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Adjusting the chassis and
suspension (
72).
Checking engine oil level
(
138).
Checking front brake pad thick-
ness (
140).
Check rear brake pad thickness
(
141).
Checking brake-fluid level, front
brakes (
142).
Checking the brake-fluid level,
rear brakes (
143).
Check coolant level (
Starting
Start engine
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Switch on the ignition.
Pre-Ride-Check is performed.
(
106)
ABS self-diagnosis is in pro-
gress. (
98).
without riding modes Pro
ASC self-diagnosis is per-
formed. (
with riding modes Pro
DTC self-diagnosis is in pro-
gress. (
Select neutral or, if a gear is
engaged, pull the clutch lever.
NOTICE
You cannot start the motorcycle
with the side stand extended and
a gear engaged. The engine will
switch itself off if you start it with
the gearbox in neutral and then
144).
engage a gear before retracting
the side stand.
106)
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107)
OE
108)
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