Suzuki VZ1500 Owner's Manual page 73

WHAT TO
CHECK
Steering • Smoothness
• No restriction of movement
• No play or looseness
Brakes • Proper pedal and lever
operation
• Correct fluid level
• No fluid leakage
• No "sponginess"
• Proper pedal and lever play
• Brake pad wear
• Brake shoe wear
Tires • Proper pressure
• Enough tread depth
• No cracks, rips, or other
damage
Fuel tank Tank cap locked securely
Lighting Proper operation of all lights –
Headlight, Brake light/Taillight,
Instrument lights, Turn signals,
License plate light
Indicator lights Proper operation of all lights –
Oil pressure, Coolant, High
beam, Neutral, Turn signals, FI
CHECK FOR:
Engine stop
switch
Horn
Engine oil
Cooling
system
Gear oil
Throttle
Gearshift lever
Clutch
Side stand/
ignition
interlock system
General
condition
4-7
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