Tightening Torques; Storage - Ossa Explorer User Manual

Tightening torques

These grids show the tightening torques of different parts
FRAME
Part Nm
Front wheel axle 40 - 50
Swing arm to frame fixation 70
Upper shock absorber fixation 40 - 50
Lower shock absorber fixation 40 - 50
Linkage arm fixation 5 - 6
Handlebar 25
Front brake and clutch levers 8
Cooler fixation 8
Front fender bridge 12
Brake pedal 25 - 30
Muffler fixation 25 - 30
Rear wheel axle 80 - 90
Rear brake caliper fixation 25
Front brake caliper fixation 25
Exhaust pipe fixation 8 - 9
Engine fixation 22 (F) 30 (R)
Rear brake pump fixation 5 - 7
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ENGINE
Part Nm
Sparkplug 25 - 30
Ignition fixation 8 - 9
Clucth fixation 7 - 8
Cylinder screws 25
Reed valve screws 8 - 9
Pressure plate fixation 3 - 4
Water pump cover fixation 8 - 9
Clutch cover fixation 8 - 9
Flywheel fixation 40
Flywheel cover 8 - 9
Oil draining plug 30
Kickstart pedal screw 12 - 13
Gear lever screw 8 - 9
Cylinder head screws 8 - 9

Storage

If the motorcycle is to be stored for a long period of time, the
following procedure should be followed to ensure that it is stored
correctly.
- Clean the motorcycle as much as possible because dirt
can cause the deterioration of components.
-Turn on the engine for a few minutes to warm up the
transmission fluid and then drain. (see section on draining fluid).
-Fill up with new transmission fluid.
-Empty the fuel tank (petrol degrades over time).
-Lubricate the chain and all wires.
-Apply oil to non-painted metal surfaces to prevent rust.
Avoid putting oil on the brakes and rubber parts.
-Wrap the outside of the exhaust pipe in a plastic bag to
prevent rust.
-Position the motorcycle so that the wheels don't touch
the ground to prevent possible tyre deformation. If this is not pos-
sible, cardboard can be placed underneath the wheels.
-Place a cover over the motorcycle such as canvas, plas-
tic
or material. This will protect the motorcycle from dust and other
external factors. Avoid storing the motorcycle outside, or in direct
sunlight.
Storing the bike
Starting the motorcycle again
To start up the motorcycle after a period of inactivity, the fo-
llowing procedure should be followed:
-Remove the plastic covers that were placed over the
motorcycle before storing, including the exhaust pipe and those
parts that had special protection.
-Tighten the sparkplug.
-Fill up the fuel tank with new petrol.
-Carry out general lubrication.
-Check tyre pressure.
-Leave the engine running for some minutes to warm
up the engine oil.
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