Suzuki VL800 Manual page 49

Check the condition of the motor-
cycle to help make sure that you
do not have mechanical problems
or get stranded somewhere when
you ride. Before riding the motor-
cycle, be sure to check the follow-
ing items.
motorcycle is in good condition for
the personal safety of the rider,
passenger and protection of the
motorcycle.
WARNING
Checking maintenance items
when the engine is running can
be hazardous. You could be
severely injured if your hands
or clothing get caught in mov-
ing engine parts.
Shut the engine off when per-
forming 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
Brakes • Proper pedal and lever
( 3-16, operation
3-19, 7-29) • Correct fluid level
• No fluid leakage
• No "sponginess"
• Proper pedal and lever play
• Brake pad wear
• Brake shoe wear
Tires • Proper pressure
( 7-35) • Enough tread depth
• No cracks, rips, or other
damage
Be sure your
CHECK FOR:
Fuel tank
( 3-18)
Lighting
( 3-5,
3-8, 3-14)
Engine stop
switch
( 3-16)
Horn
( 3-15)
Engine oil
( 7-17)
Cooling
system
( 7-26)
Gear oil
( 7-28)
Throttle
( 3-17,
7-22)
Gearshift
lever
( 3-19)
Clutch
( 7-25)
Side stand/
ignition
interlock
system
( 7-38)
General
condition
4-4
Tank cap locked securely
Operation of all lights and
indicators
Proper operation
Correct function
Correct level
• Proper coolant level
• No leaks or damage
Correct level
• Proper play
• Smooth response
• Quick return to idle position
• No damage
• Smooth operation
• Smooth and progressive
action
• Proper lever play
Proper operation
• Bolts and nuts tightness
• No rattle from any parts of
machine with the engine
running
• No visible evidence of
damage