Daily Safety Checks - Triumph Rocket 3 TFC 2020 Owner's Handbook Manual

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Daily Safety Checks

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Warning
Failure to perform these checks every
day before you ride may result in
serious motorcycle
accident causing serious injury or death.
Check the following items each day
before you ride. The time required is
minimal, and these checks will help make
sure you have a safe, reliable ride.
If any irregularities are found during
these checks, refer to the Maintenance
and Adjustment section or see your
authorised Triumph dealer for the action
required to return the motorcycle to a
safe operating condition.
Check:
Fuel: Adequate supply in tank, no fuel
leaks (see page 78).
Engine Oil: Correct level shown on
dipstick. Add correct specification oil as
required. No leaks from the engine or oil
cooler (see page 119).
Final Drive: No oil leaks (see page 128).
Tyres/Wheels: Correct inflation pressures
(when cold). Tread depth/wear, tyre/wheel
damage, punctures etc. (see page 140).
Nuts, Bolts,
check that steering and suspension
components, axles, and all controls are
properly tightened or fastened. Inspect
all areas for loose/damaged fixings.
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damage or
Fasteners:
Visually
Steering Action: Smooth but not loose
from lock to lock. No binding of any of
the control cables (see page 134).
Brakes: Pull the brake lever and push
the brake pedal to check for correct
resistance. Investigate any lever/pedal
where the travel is excessive before
meeting resistance, or if either control
feels spongy in operation (see page 129).
ABS: Make sure that the ABS warning
light does not remain illuminated at
speeds above 6 mph (10 km/h) when
moving off (see page 100).
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Brake Pads: There should be more than
1.5 mm of friction material remaining on
all the pads (see page 129).
Brake Fluid Levels: No brake and clutch
fluid leakage. Brake fluid levels must be
between the MAX and MIN marks on
both reservoirs (see page 132).
Front Forks: Smooth action. No leaks
from fork seals (see page 136).
Throttle: Throttle grip free play 2 -
3 mm. Make sure that the throttle grip
returns to the idle position without
sticking (see page 69).
Clutch Fluid Level: No brake and clutch
fluid leakage. The clutch fluid level must
be between the MAX and MIN marks on
the reservoir (see page 127).
Coolant: No coolant leakage. Check the
coolant level in the expansion tank
(when the engine is cold) (see page 124).
Electrical Equipment: All lights and the
horn function correctly (see page 63).
Engine Stop: Stop switch turns the
engine off (see page 94).
Stand: Returns to the fully up position
by spring tension. Return springs not
weak or damaged (see page 87).