Suzuki V-Strom DL650 2017 Manual page 59

Check the condition of the motor-
cycle to help make sure that you
do not have mechanical problems
or get stranded somewhere when
you ride. Before riding the motor-
cycle, be sure to check the follow-
ing items.
motorcycle is in good condition for
the personal safety of the rider,
passenger and protection of the
motorcycle.
 WARNING
Checking maintenance items
when the engine is running can
be hazardous. You could be
severely injured if your hands
or clothing get caught in mov-
ing engine parts.
Shut the engine off when per-
forming maintenance checks,
except when checking the
lights, engine stop switch, and
throttle.
NOTE: Check switch operation
before riding when ambient tem-
perature is below zero.
WHAT TO
CHECK
Steering • Smoothness
• No restriction of movement
• No play or looseness
Throttle • Correct play in the throttle
( 7-26) cable
• Smooth operation and
positive return of the
throttle grip to the closed
position
Be sure your
CHECK FOR:
Clutch
( 7-32)
Brakes
( 3-28,
3-32, 7-32)
Suspension
( 3-34)
Fuel
( 3-15)
Drive chain
( 7-28)
Tires
( 7-37)
Engine oil
( 7-20)
Cooling
system
( 7-27)
Lighting
( 3-5,
3-8, 3-22)
Horn
( 3-23)
Engine stop
switch
( 3-28)
Side stand/
Ignition
interlock
switch
( 7-41)
Windshield
( 3-35,
9-5)
Spoke
wheels
(DL650XA)
( 7-40)
4-4
• Correct lever play
• Smooth and progressive
action
• Proper pedal and lever
operation
• Fluid level in the reservoir
to be above "LOWER" line
• Correct pedal play
• No "sponginess"
• No fluid leakage
• Brake pads not worn down
to the limit line
Smooth movement
Enough fuel for the planned
distance of operation
• Correct tension or slack
• Adequate lubrication
• No excessive wear or
damage
• Correct pressure
• Adequate tread depth
• No cracks or cuts
Correct level
• Proper coolant level
• No coolant leakage
Operation of all lights and
indicators
Correct function
Correct function
Proper operation
Good visibility
• Spoke tension
• Check for damage