Suzuki VL800 Owner's Manual page 44

Check the condition of the motor-
cycle to help make sure that you
do not have mechanical problems
or get stranded somewhere when
you ride. Before riding the motor-
cycle, be sure to check the follow-
ing items.
motorcycle is in good condition for
the personal safety of the rider,
passenger and protection of the
motorcycle.
 WARNING
Checking maintenance items
when the engine is running can
be hazardous. You could be
severely injured if your hands
or clothing gets caught in mov-
ing parts.
Shut the engine off when per-
forming maintenance checks,
except when checking the
engine stop switch and throt-
tle.
Be sure your
WHAT TO
CHECK
Steering
Brakes
Tires
Fuel tank
Lighting
Engine stop
switch
Horn
Engine oil
Cooling
system
Gear oil
Throttle
Gearshift
lever
Clutch
Side stand/
ignition inter-
lock system
General
condition
4-4
CHECK FOR:
• Smoothness
• No restriction of movement
• No play or looseness
• Proper pedal and lever
operation
• Correct fluid level
• No fluid leakage
• No "sponginess"
• Proper pedal and lever play
• Brake pad wear
• Brake shoe wear
• Proper pressure
• Enough tread depth
• No cracks, rips, or other
damage
Tank cap locked securely
Operation of all lights and
indicators
Proper operation
Correct function
Correct level
• Proper coolant level
• No leaks or damage
Correct level
• Proper play
• Smooth response
• Quick return to idle position
• No damage
• Smooth operation
• Smooth and progressive
action
• Proper lever play
Proper operation
• Bolts and nuts tightness
• No rattle from any parts of
machine with the engine
running
• No visible evidence of
damage