Safe Operation; Daily Safety Checks - Triumph Trophy Handbook

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Safe Operation

Daily Safety Checks

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Check the following items each day before
you ride. The time required is minimal, and
these checks will help ensure a safe, reliable
ride.
If any irregularities are found during these
checks, refer to the Maintenance and
Adjustment section or see your authorized
Triumph dealer for the action required to
return the motorcycle to a safe operating
condition.
Warning
Failure to perform these checks every day
before you ride may result in serious
motorcycle damage or an accident causing
serious injury or death.
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Check:
Fuel: Adequate supply in tank, no fuel leaks
(page 70).
Engine Oil: Correct level visible at sight
glass. Add correct specification oil as
required. No leaks from the engine or oil
cooler (page 124).
Final Drive: No oil leaks (page 132).
Tires/Wheels: Correct inflation pressures
(when cold). Tread depth/wear, tire/wheel
damage, punctures etc. (page 143).
Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners: Visually check that
steering and suspension components, axles,
and all controls are properly tightened or
fastened. Inspect all areas for loose/damaged
fasteners.
Steering Action: Smooth but not loose from
lock to lock. No binding of any of the control
cables (page 137).
Brakes: Pull the brake lever and push the
brake pedal to check for correct resistance.
Investigate any lever/pedal where the travel is
excessive before meeting resistance, or if
either control feels spongy in operation
(page 133).
ABS: Ensure that the ABS warning light does
not remain illuminated at speeds above
6 mph (10 km/h) when
(page 29).
Brake Pads: There should be more than
0.06 in (1.5 mm) of friction
remaining on all the pads (page 133).
Brake Fluid Levels: No brake and clutch
fluid leakage. Brake fluid levels must be
between the MAX and MIN marks on both
reservoirs (page 135).
Front Forks: Smooth action. No leaks from
fork seals (page 139).
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