Pre-Ride Inspection; Anti-Theft Tips - HERO MotoCorp DUET Manual

Park the vehicle on main stand on a
Ÿ
level surface in front of a wall.
Loosen the bolt (1) and move the
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headlamp up or down for correct focus.
WARNING
! !
An improperly adjusted headlamp may blind
oncoming driver or it may fail to light the road
for safe distance.

PRE-RIDE INSPECTION

For your safety, it is very important to take a
few moments before each ride to walk
around your vehicle and check its condition.
If you detect any problem, be sure you take
care of it or have it corrected by your
Authorised Distributor/Dealer.
WARNING
! !
Improper maintenance or failing to correct a
Ÿ
problem before riding can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously injured.
Always perform a pre-ride inspection before
Ÿ
every ride and correct if any problem.
Engine oil level-Add engine oil if required
Ÿ
(page 54 ). Check for leaks.
Fuel level-Fill fuel tank when necessary
Ÿ
(page 19). Check for leaks.
Front and Integrated brake-Check
Ÿ
operation and if necessary, adjust free play
(pages 17).
Tyres-Check condition and pressure
Ÿ
(pages 21).
Throttle-Check for smooth opening and
Ÿ
full closing in all steering positions.
Lamps and horn-Check that headlamp,
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tail/stop lamp, turn signal lamps, indicators
and horn function properly.
Rear view mirrors-Ensure that the rear
Ÿ
view mirrors gives a good view of the rear
when you are sitting on the vehicle.
Fitting & fasteners-Check & tighten if
Ÿ
necessary.
Steering-Check for smooth action for easy
Ÿ
maneuverability.
Air suction valve-Make sure all tube
Ÿ
connections are secured properly (page
66).
Side stand indicator-Make sure that the
Ÿ
side stand is up. If it is in down position the
side stand indicator (page 30) will glow on
the speedometer panel.

ANTI-THEFT TIPS

Always lock the steering and never
Ÿ
leave the key in the ignition switch. This
sounds simple but people do forget.
Be sure the registration information for your
Ÿ
vehicle is accurate and current.
Park your vehicle in a locked garage
Ÿ
whenever possible.
Use an additional anti-theft device of good
Ÿ
quality.
Never park your vehicle in an isolated area.
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Park as far as possible in a designated
parking area.
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