Yamaha XT600E 2000 Owner's Manual page 35

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
The condition of a vehicle is the owner's responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpect-
edly, even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leak-
age or loss of tire air pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important, in addition to a thor-
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ough visual inspection, to check the following points before each ride.
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ITEM
3
Front brake
4
Rear brake
Clutch
5
Throttle grip and housing
6
Engine oil
Drive chain
7
Wheels and tires
8
Control and meter cables
9
Brake and shift pedal shafts
Brake and clutch lever pivots 9 Check smooth operation.
Pre-operation check list
9 Check operation, free play, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
9 Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.
9 Check operation, brake pedal position, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
9 Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.
9 Check operation, condition and free play.
9 Adjust if necessary.
9 Check smooth operation.
9 Lubricate if necessary.
9 Check oil level.
9 Add oil if necessary.
9 Check chain slack and condition.
9 Adjust if necessary.
9 Check tire air pressure, for wear, damage and spoke tightness.
9 Tighten spokes if necessary.
9 Check smooth operation.
9 Lubricate if necessary.
9 Check smooth operation.
9 Lubricate if necessary.
9 Lubricate if necessary.
CHECKS
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