Pre-Operation Check List - Yamaha XT500E Owner's Manual

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Owners are personally responsible for their vehicle's condition. Your motorcycle's vital functions can start to deteriorate
quickly and unexpectedly, even if it remains unused (for instance, if it is exposed to the elements). Any damage, fluid
leak or loss of tire pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important that, in addition to a thor-
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ough visual inspection, you check the following points before each ride.
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ITEM
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Front brake
4
Rear brake
Clutch
5
Throttle grip and housing
6
Engine oil
Drive chain
7
Wheels and tires
8
Control and meter cable
9
Brake and shift pedal shafts
Brake and clutch lever pivots

PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST

9 Check operation, free play, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
9 Fill with DOT 4 (or DOT 3) brake fluid if necessary.
9 Check operation, free play, 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 for smooth operation.
9 Lubricate.
9 Check oil level.
9 Fill with oil if necessary.
9 Check chain slack and condition.
9 Adjust if necessary.
9 Check tire pressure, wear, damage and spoke tightness.
9 Tighten spokes if necessary.
9 Check for smooth operation.
9 Lubricate if necessary.
9 Check for smooth operation.
9 Lubricate if necessary.
9 Check for smooth operation.
9 Lubricate if necessary.
CHECKS
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3-4, 6-18
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6-10 ~ 6-12
6-22 ~ 6-24
6-15 ~ 6-17
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