In Competition - GAS GAS EC450 2009 User Manual

- If the straight portion of a course on which the machine can be run
at maximum speed is longer, the machine should be set so that the
maximum speed can be developed all the way to the end of the
straight course, but care should be taken not to over-rev the engine
- It is difficult to adapt the machine to the entire circuit, for this reason
it is necessary to determine the sections that have more effect on
time and to adapt the motorcycle to these parts. This strategy means
that the machine will gain overall track performance.
Special care according to track conditions
1. In dry, dusty conditions (such as volcanic ash or fine powdery
dust) special care must be given to keep the air cleaner element
clean.
2. Wet heavy clay or mud sticking to the tyres and other parts of the
vehicle. The mud can add significantly to the weight if the vehicle
obstructing the radiator and therefore reduce performance. Take care
not to overheat the engine. The same applies to deep sand.
3. In muddy or sandy conditions adjust the chain looser than in other
conditions as the chain and sprockets will pack with mud/sand and
reduce chain slack.
4. Check chain and pinion/sprocket wear frequently when riding in
mud or sand since wear is increase d in these conditions
5. In dusty conditions as the air cleaner collects dust, the engine
runs richer.
SPARE PARTS AVAILIBLE
Your Gas Gas dealer will provide any information you may require
about spare parts.
DURING COMPETITION
(1). Check
1. Tighten the front axle and disks
2. Tighten the front forks flange bolts
3. Tighten the handlebar clamp bolts
4. Tighten the throttle control bolts
5. Verify, grease the throttle control
6. Verify the front and rear brake lines
7. Front and rear brake fluid level
8. Front and rear brake disc and calliper installation
9. Front and rear brake operation
10. Fuel tank installation
11. Check cables
12. Engine mounting bolts
13. Engine pinion
14. Shift pedal bolt
15. Transmission oil level
16. Battery charge
17. Throttle housing
18. Rod mounting bolts
19. Rod bolts
20. Rear shock bolts
21. Tighten the swinging arm pivot nut
22. Tighten the rear axle nut
23. Tighten nut and bolt of rear sprocket
24. Operate rear brake pedal
25. Check seat
26. Tighten the spokes
27. Tyre air pressure
28. Tighten chain
29. Coolant Level
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