Riding Tips - Suzuki VS1400 Owner's Manual

RIDING riPs
WHAT TO CHECK FOR:
Steering
·
Smoothness
·
No restriction of movement
·
No play or looseness
Throttle
-
·
Correct play in the throttle
cable
·
Smooth operation and posi­
tive return of the throttle grip
to the closed position
Clutch
·
Fluid level in the reservoir to
be above "LOWER" line
·
No fluid leakage
·
Smooth and sure action of
clutch lever
Brakes
·
Proper pedal and lever oper­
ation
·
Fluid level in the reservoir to
be above "LOWER" line
·
No fluid leakage
·
Brake pads not to be worn
down to the limit line
·
Correct pedal and lever play
·
No "sponginess"
Suspensions Smooth movement
Fuel Enough fuel for the planned dis­
tance of operation
4-6
Engine stop
switch
Lighting
Side standi
Ignition inter­
lock switch
Correct function
Operation of all lights and indi­
cators
Proper operation
STARTING THE ENGINE ....................................................................................
5.2
STARTING OFF ................................................................................................... &-3
USING THE TRANSMISSION ......................................... .. .................................. &-5
RIDING ON HILLS............................................................................................... 5-6
STOPPING AND PARKING..................................................................... .......... .. &-7
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