Preparation For Competition - GAS GAS EC - 2005 Service Manual

PREPARATION FOR COMPETITION

(1). Check:
1. Front axle and bridges nuts tightness.
2. Front fork clamp bolts tightness.
3. Handlebar clamp bolts tightness.
4. Throttle grip screws tightness.
5. Throttle grip operation and apply grease.
6. Front and rear brake hose inspection.
7. Front and rear brake fluid level.
8. Front and rear brake disc and caliper inspection.
9. Front and rear brake operation test.
10. Fuel tank inspection.
11. Verify the installation of all cables.
12. Engine mounting bolts tightness.
13. Verify output pinion.
14. Gearshift pedal bolts tightness.
15. Transmission oil level.
16. Battery charge.
17. Throttle body.
18. Linkage tie rod mounting bolts tightness.
19. Linkages mounting bolts tightness.
20. Rear shock absorber bolts tightness.
21. Swingarm shaft nut tightness.
22. Rear axle nut tightness.
23. Rear sprocket bolts and nuts tightness.
24. Rear brake pedal operation.
25. Seat inspection.
26. Wheel spokes tightness.
27. Front and rear tire air pressure.
28. Drive chain slack.
29. Coolant level.
(2). After 1 day of racing competition:
1. Clean the air cleaner element.
2. Adjust drive chain slack.
3. Tighten rear sprocket nuts.
4. Tighten all spokes.
5. Check the tires air pressure.
6. Tighten front and rear axle nuts.
7. Tighten swingarm shaft nut.
8. Tighten muffler and exhaust bolts and nuts.
9. Tighten front and rear fender mounting bolts and nuts.
10. Tighten fuel tank and seat mounting bolts and nuts.
11. Check brakes.
12. Check steering free play.
13. Fill fuel tank .
14. Check coolant level .
(3) Maintenance after riding on dusty course:
If dirt or dust gets into the engine, the crankshaft will wear out
excessively. After riding, inspect the crankshaft. If the crankshaft is
worn beyond the service limit, change it
(4) Maintenance after riding in rain or muddy course:
1. Apply grease to swingarm pivot and the suspension system.
2. Inspect the drive chain and rear sprocket and pinion wear.
3. Clean the sprocket and pinion.
4. Check the cylinder–piston and crankshaft bearings.
5. Grease the throttle grip and cable.
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