Checking The Stand - MOTO GUZZI NORGE 1200 Manual

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CAUTION
Only use recommended spark plugs,
see page 96 (TECHNICAL DATA) or the
engine performance and life-span might
be impaired.
Electrode gap should be checked using
a wire gauge (9) to avoid damaging the
platinum coating.
Check electrode gap with a wire gauge
u
(9).
Never attempt to adjust electrode gap.
10
Electrode gap should be 0.6 - 0.7 mm. If
not so, change the spark plug.
Make sure that the washer (10) is in
u
good condition.
Installation:
Position the washer (10) and screw in
u
the spark plug by hand in order not to
damage the thread.
Tighten each spark plug by one half of a
u
turn to compress the washer using the
socket included in the tool kit.
Spark plug tightening torque: 20 Nm (2
kgm).
The spark plug must be tightened
f i rml y , ot h e rw i se t h e e ng i n e m ay
overheat and severe damage may
occur.
Position the spark plug cap properly, to
u
prevent it coming off due to engine
vibration.
NOTE
Repeat the above procedure for
the spark plug of the other cylinder.
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CHECKING THE STAND

Carefully read page 62 (MAINTENANCE)
a n d p a g e 8 4 ( C H E C K I N G T H E
SWITCHES).
The vehicle is equipped with two stands:
√ side stand (1);
√ centre stand (2).
The stand features two positions:
√ standard or up (at rest);
√ down.
Operation of the stand is the rider's
responsibility.
The stand should turn smoothly.
The springs (3) keep the stand in the
desired position (extended or retracted).
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