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| F=front - R=rear |
| T - Tires and wheels |
| Tires |
Condition |
Tread depth, wear, weathering, evenly seated, bulges, embeded objects - F+R |
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Air Pressure |
Check when cold - adjust to load - F+R |
| Wheels |
Spokes |
Bent, broken, missing, tension, check at top of wheel: (sound) Ring is OK -- Thud means loose spoke - F+R |
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Cast |
Cracks, dents - F+R |
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Rims |
Out of round/true + 5mm. Spin wheel. against stationary pointer - F+R |
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Bearings |
Grab top and bottom of tire and flex. - No freeplay (click)between hub and axle. No growl when spinning. - F+R |
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Seals |
Cracked, cut or torn, excessive grease on outside, reddish brown around outside. - F+R |
| Brakes |
Function |
Each brake alone keeps the bike from rolling. - F+R |
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| C - Controls |
| Levers and pedal |
Condition |
Broken, bent, cracked, mounts tight, ball ends on handlebar levers, proper adjustment |
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Pivots |
Lubricated |
| Cables |
Condition |
Fraying, kinks, lubrication: ends and interior |
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Routing |
No interference or pulling at steering head, suspension, no sharp angles, wire supports in place. |
| Hoses |
Condition |
Cuts, cracks, leaks, bulges, chafing, deterioration |
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Routing |
No interference or pulling at the sterring head, suspension, no sharp angles, hose supports in place |
| Throttle |
Operation |
Moves freely, snaps closed, no revving when handlebars are turned |
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| L - Lights |
| Battery |
Condition |
Terminals clean and tight, electrolyte level, held down securely |
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Vent Tube |
Not kinked, routed properly, not plugged |
| Headlamp |
Condition |
Cracks, reflector, mounting and adjuster system |
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Aim |
Height and right/left |
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Operation |
High beam/ Low Beam operation |
Tail Lamp/
Brake Lamp |
Condition |
Cracks, clean and tight |
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Operation |
Activates upon front brake/ rear brake application |
| Turn Signals |
Operation |
Flashes correctly F - left -
F- Right -
R - Left -
R - Right |
| Mirrors |
Condition |
Cracks, clean, tight mounts and swivel joints |
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Aim |
Adjust when seated on bike |
Lenses &
Reflectors |
Condition |
Cracked, broken, securely mounted, excessive condesation |
| Wiring |
Condition |
Fraying, Chafing, Isulation |
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Routing |
Pinched, no interference or pulling at steering head or suspension, wire looms and ties in place, connectors tight and clean |
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| O- Oil |
| Levels |
Engine oil |
Check warm on center stand, dipstick or sight glass |
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Hyphoid gear oil, shaft drive |
Transmission, rear drive, shaft |
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Hydraulic fluid |
Brakes, clutch, resevoir, sight glass |
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Coolant |
Reservoir and/or coolant recovery tank - check only when cool |
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Fuel |
Tank or guage |
| Leaks |
Engine oil |
Gaskets, housings, seals |
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Hyphoid gear oil, Shaft drive |
Gaskets, seals, breathers |
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Hydraulic Fluid |
Hoses, master cylinders, calipers |
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Coolant |
Radiator, hoses, tanks, fittings, pipes |
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Fuel |
Lines, fuel valves, carbs |
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| Chassis |
| Frame |
Condition |
Cracks at gussets, accessory mounts, look for paint lifting |
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Steering Head Bearings |
No detent or tight spots through full travel, raise front wheel, check for play by pulling / pushing forks |
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Swingarm
bushings/bearings |
Raise rear wheel, check for play by pushing and pulling swing arm |
| Suspension |
Front forks |
Smooth travel, equal air pressure/damping, anti-dive settings. Left + Right |
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Rear Shock(s) |
Smooth travel, equal pre-laod/air pressure/damping settings, linkage moves freely and is lubricated. Left + Right |
| Chain or Belt |
Tension |
Check at tightest point |
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Lube |
Side Plates when hot. Note: Do not lubricate belts. |
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Sprockets |
Teeth not hooked, securely mounted |
| Fastenters |
Threaded |
Tight, missing bolts, nuts |
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Clips |
Broken, missing |
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Cotter Pins |
Broken, missing |
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| S - Stands |
| Center stand |
Condition |
Cracks, bent |
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Retention |
Springs in place, tension to hold position |
| Side stand |
Condition |
Cracks, bent,(safety cut out switch or pad equipped) |
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Retention |
Springs in place, tension to hold position |
T-Clocks information source - MSF - Motorcycle Safety Foundation |
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