APRILIA RX 50 RACING - 2003 Manual page 42

PRELIMINARY CHECKING OPERATIONS
Component
F r o n t a n d r e a r d i s c
brakes
Accelerator
2 stroke oil/
transmission oil
Wheel/tyres
Brake levers
Clutch
Steering
Side stand and center
stand
Fastening elements
Drive chain
Fuel tank
Coolant
Lights, warning lights,
horn and electric devices
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Check the functioning, the idle stroke of the control levers, the fluid level and
make sure there are no leaks. Check the wear of the pads. If necessary, top up
the fluid tank.
Make sure that it works smoothly and that it is possible to open and close it com-
pletely, in all steering positions.
If necessary, adjust and/or lubricate it.
Check and/or top up if necessary.
Check the tyre surface, the inflation pressure, wear and tear and any damage.
Make sure that they work smoothly. If necessary, lubricate the articulations and
adjust the stroke.
The idle stroke at the end of the clutch lever must be about 10 mm; the clutch
must operate without jerking and/or slipping.
Make sure that the steering rotates smoothly, without any clearance or slacke-
ning.
Make sure that it works smoothly and that the spring tension brings it back to its
normal position. If necessary, lubricate joints and hinges.
Make sure that the fastening elements are not loose.
If necessary, adjust or tighten them.
Check the slack.
Check the fuel level and top up, if necessary. Make sure there are no leaks or air
bubbles in the circuit.
Check level
Check the proper functioning of the acoustic and visual devices. Change the bul-
bs or intervene in case of failure.
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