Safe Operation; Daily Safety Checks - Triumph Rocket III Manual

During the first 500 miles (800
kilometres):
• Do not use full throttle.
• Avoid high engine speeds at
all times.
• Avoid riding at one constant
engine speed, whether fast
or slow, for a long period of
time.
• Avoid
stops,
accelerations, except in an
emergency.
• Do not
greater than 3/4 of maximum
speed.
From 500 to 1000 miles (800 to 1500
kilometres):
• Engine speed can gradually
be increased to the rev limit
for short periods.
• Both
running
completed:-
• Do not over-rev the engine
when cold.
• Do not let the engine labour.
Always downshift before the
engine begins to 'struggle' .
• Do not ride with engine
speeds unnecessarily high.
Changing up a gear helps
reduce
reduces noise and helps to
protect the environment.
aggressive starts,
and rapid
ride at speeds
during and
in has been
fuel consumption,
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Safe Operation

Daily Safety Checks

Check the following items each day
before you ride. The time required is
minimal, and these checks will help
ensure a safe, reliable ride.
If any irregularities are found during
these
Maintenance and Adjustment section
or see your authorised Triumph
dealer for the action required to
return the motorcycle to a safe
operating condition.
after
Failure to perform
every day before you ride may
result
damage or an accident causing
serious injury or death.
Check:-
Fuel: Adequate supply in tank, no
fuel leaks (page 28).
Engine oil: Correct level on dipstick.
Add correct specification oil as
required. No leaks from the engine or
oil cooler (page 56).
General Information
checks, refer
Warning
these checks
in serious
to the
motorcycle
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