Honda TALON 2021 Owner's Manual page 86

Is Your Vehicle Ready to Drive?
Steering Check the steering to make sure it turns smoothly in both
Gearbox and directions. Check that there is no binding or play in the
Boots steering. Check for any tears in the boots.
If any tears are found, see your dealer.
Underbody Check for and remove any debris stuck in the
underbody; take extra care in your inspection if the
vehicle was last driven in deep grass, brush, a wetland,
or flooded area. Check for any visible dents or cracks.
If any dents or cracks are found, see your dealer.
Air Cleaner Inspect the air cleaner element. If necessary, replace
the air cleaner element (page 165).
Air Cleaner Check for deposits in the drain tubes. If necessary,
Housing clean the tubes (page 167) and check the air cleaner
Drain Tubes housing.
Suspension Check the condition of all suspension components. Be
sure to look for bends or oil leaks in the cushion
damper. Check for tears in the boots of the front arm
ball joints and rear lower trailing arm ball joint
(SXS1000S2R/S2RD only).
Lights Make sure the headlights, taillights, and brake lights
are working properly.
Controls Check that all driving controls, including the
accelerator pedal, brake pedal, drive mode select
switch, shift select lever, and shift paddles are
operating smoothly.
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