Preliminary Checking Operations Chart - APRILIA RSV mile Use & Maintenance Book

PRELIMINARY CHECKING OPERATIONS CHART

Component
Front and rear disc Check brake operation, lever and pedal play, fluid levels. Check the pads for excessive
brakes wear, check the discs for condition. If the discs are unduly scored or show signs of heat dis-
coloration, do not ride the vehicle. Check both brake systems for evidence of leaks. If there
are leaks, do not ride the vehicle.
Throttle Make sure that it works smoothly and that it is possible to open and close it completely, in all
steering positions. If necessary, adjust and/or lubricate it.
Engine oil Check and/or top up if necessary.
Wheel/tires Check the tire tread inflation pressure, and look for any wear and tear or damage.
Remove any foreign matter that may be stuck in the tread grooves.
Inspect the rims, spokes and hubs for cracks, looseness or damage. Do not ride the vehicle if
there is even the slightest defect in either of the wheels.
Brake lever and pedal Make sure they work smoothly and are properly lubricated.
Steering Make sure that the fork head rotates through its entire range without fouling of any kind.
Make sure that the fork stops touch the frame at full left and full right fork lock.
Clutch Check the operation of the clutch lever, the fluid level and any leaks.
If necessary, top up the fluid. Ensure that the clutch operates without jerking or slipping.
Side stand Make sure that it works smoothly and that the spring tension brings it back to its normal posi-
tion.
If necessary, lubricate joints and hinges.
Make sure that the safety switch on the side stand operates correctly.
Component nuts, bolts Check that all fasteners are tight and properly torqued.
and other fasteners
Drive chain Check the slack and the conditions of the chain at both sprockets.
Fuel tank Check the fuel level and top up if necessary.
Make sure that there are no fuel leaks.
Make sure that the filler cap is properly closed.
Coolant With the engine cold, check the coolant level. Make sure that it is at the prescribed level.
Engine stop switch Make sure that it functions correctly.
(GH – @I)
Lights, warning lights Check the proper functioning of all the lights and the horn.
and electrical devices Do not ride if any of these are not functioning properly.
Check
4 (BRAKE FLUID), 57 (BRAKES),
58 (DISC BRAKES), 58 (FRONT
BRAKE), 60 (REAR BRAKE).
126 (IDLE ADJUSTMENT), 128
(ADJUSTING THE THROTTLE
CONTROL).
56 (LUBRICANTS), 3 (USED EN-
GINE OIL), 94 (CHECKING THE
ENGINE OIL LEVEL AND TOP-
PING UP).
68 (TIRES).
65 (ADJUSTING THE CLEARANCE
OF THE REAR BRAKE LEVER).
101 (STEERING DAMPER).
4 (CLUTCH FLUID), 62 (CLU-
96 (CHECKING THE SIDE
STAND), 96 (CHECKING THE
FUNCTIONING OF THE SAFETY
SWITCH ON THE SIDE STAND).
84 (MAINTENANCE).
114 (DRIVE CHAIN), 115 (CLEA-
NING AND LUBRICATION).
3 (GASOLINE), 54 (FUEL), 116
(LIFTING THE FUEL TANK).
4 (COOLANT), 66 (COOLANT).
47 ENGINE STOP SWITCH (GH
– @I).
4 (BATTERY HYDROGEN GAS
AND ELECTROLYTE),
134 (BATTERY) – 143 (CHAN-
GING THE REAR LIGHT BULBS).
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