Suzuki DL650A Owner's Manual page 46

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 get caught in mov-
ing parts.
Shut the engine off when per-
forming maintenance checks,
except when checking the
engine stop switch and throt-
tle.
WHAT TO
CHECK
Steering • Smoothness
• No restriction of movement
• No play or looseness
Brakes • Proper pedal and lever
operation
• Correct fluid level
• No fluid leakage
• No "sponginess"
• Proper pedal and lever
play
• Brake pad wear
Tires • Proper pressure
• Enough tread depth
• No cracks, rips, or other
damage
Be sure your
CHECK FOR
Fuel tank
Lighting
Indicator
lights
Engine stop
switch
Horn
Engine oil
Cooling
system
Throttle
Gearshift
lever
Clutch
Drive chain
Side stand/
Ignition
interlock
system
General
condition
4-4
Tank cap locked securely
Proper operation of all lights
– Headlight, Taillight,
Brake light, Instrument
lights, Turn signals
Proper operation of all
indicators – Coolant
temperature, Oil pressure,
High beam, Neutral,
Turn signal , FI, ABS
Proper operation
Correct function
Correct level
• Proper engine coolant
level
• No leaks or damage
• Proper play
• Smooth response
• Quick return to idle
position
• No damage
• Smooth operation
• Correct fluid level
• No fluid leakage
• No "sponginess"
• Proper lever play
• Smooth and progressive
action
• Proper tension
• Adequate lubrication
• No excessive wear or
damage
Proper operation
• Bolts and nuts tightness
• No rattle from any parts of
machine with the engine
running
• No visible evidence of
damage