TVS Apache RR 310 Owner's Manual page 122

Checks and Tips for Better Fuel Economy
• Carry out the periodic maintenance checks as
specified in this manual (ref. page 123).
- Regular maintenance checks will save fuel while
ensuring trouble-free, enjoyable and safe riding
besides keeping the environment clean.
• A dirty defective spark plug leads to wastage of
fuel due to incomplete combustion.
- Replace the spark plug every 20000 km. Use
recommended plug only.
• A dirty air cleaner element restricts airflow and
reduces fuel economy.
- Replace the air cleaner element every 10000
km.
• Increase in engine rpm during acceleration,
without increase in road speed indicates the
clutch slip. A slipping clutch causes high fuel
consumption and engine overheating.
- Adjust the clutch play as explained in page
130if the above malfunction is observed.
- If the condition persists even after adjusting
the clutch play contact TVS Motor Company
Authorised Main Dealer.
• Dirty or less engine cum transmission oil
increases the friction between various parts of
the engine and reduces engine life, and increases
the fuel economy.
- Inspect the engine cum transmission oil level as
explained in page 128 and top-up if necessary.
- Engine cum transmission oil should be replaced
as per the maintenance schedule without fail.
- Always use recommended engine oil only (ref.
page 175).
• Low tyre pressure has adverse effects on the
vehicle. The drag on the vehicle increases
resulting in decreased fuel economy. Further
more handling may be affected adversely.
- Check tyre pressure regularly and inflate them
to recommended pressure. (ref.page 135).
- Never use tyre which are worn-out beyond the
permissible limit.
• Check and ensure the drive chain slackness.
Excess slackness lead to higher fuel consumption
(ref. page 139).
• Check and ensure the free movement of wheels
by rotating them to avoid wastage of fuel.
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