Brakes: The importance of the brakes, especially during high speed operation, cannot be overemphasized. Check to see that they are correctly adjusted and functioning properly.
Steering: Looseness in the steering can cause loss of control. Check to see that the handlebar turns freely but has no play.
Tires: High speed operation is hard on tires, and good tires are crucial for riding safety. Examine their overall condition, inflate them to the proper pressure, and check the wheel balance.
Fuel: Have sufficient fuel for the high fuel consumption during high speed operation.
Engine Oil: To avoid engine seizure and resulting loss of control, make sure that the oil level is at the upper level line.
Coolant: To avoid overheating, check that the coolant level is at the upper level line.
Electrical Equipment: Make sure that the headlight, tail/brake light, turn signals, horn, etc., all work properly.
Miscellaneous: Make sure that all nuts and bolts are tight and that all safety related parts are in good condition.
| WARNING Handling characteristics of a motorcycle at high speeds may vary from those you are familiar with at legal highway speeds. Do not attempt high speed operation unless you have received sufficient training and have the required skills. |
Daily Checks
Maintenance and adjustmentReporting safety defects
(For Products Sold in the United States of America, District of Columbia,
and
U.S. Territories Only)
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or
could
cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway
Traffic
Safety Administration (NHT ...
Transmission Assy Removal
Remove:
Engine Sprocket (see Engine Sprocket Removal in the
Final Drive chapter)
Gear Position Switch (see Gear Position Switch Removal
in the Electrical System chapter)
Collar [A]
O-ring [B]
Remove:
Clutch (see Clutch Removal in the Clutch chapter)
Shift Shaft Assembly ...
Rear Master Cylinder Removal
Unscrew the brake hose banjo bolt [A] and remove the
brake hose (see Brake Hose and Pipe Replacement in
the Periodic Maintenance chapter).
Remove:
Rear Master Cylinder Mounting Bolts [B]
Foot Guard [C]
Screw and Stopper [D]
Bolt [E]
Front Footpeg Bracket Bolts [F]
Cable Guide [G ...