Husqvarna SMR Owner's Manual

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238. Check exhaust systemCheck hook up, look for cracksCheck muffler.9. Check torqueA. Spark plugB. Cylinder-head nutsC. General check of torque10.Check steering actionCheck bearing play.11.Check the electric system (TE- SMR). Start theengine and check that the front and rear lamps, the stoplight, the turn signals the cluster warning lights and thehorn are working correctly.WARNING*: Failure to perform these checksevery day before you ride may result inserous damage or a severe accident.RUNNIN INBefore using the motorcycle for sporting activities run in theengine for two hours at least to increase the life and the per-formance of the engine.During the first half-hour of driving we advise keeping a lowspeed and avoiding sudden accelerations. Never open thethrottle fully.Change the oil and carry out all the necessary maintenance op-erations. After the first half-hour of driving, lightly increase therev number, but never run the engine at full throttle. Neverkeep low speeds when the high gears are inserted.Slowly drive the motorcycle for two hours before using it forsporting activities.CHECKS WHILE RUNNING IN- SPOKE TENSION OF WHEELS (see page 78);- TIGHTENING OF WHEELS (see page 92-93);- FORK PIN TIGHTENING (see page 92);- CHAIN ADJUSTMENT (see page 51);- STEERING BEARING PLAY (see page 40);- HANDLEBAR TIGHTENING (see page 92);- ENGINE GRIP TO FRAME (see page 92);- SUCTION FITTING GRIP (see page 92);- HEAD AND CYLINDER NUTS GRIP (see page 92);OFTEN CHECK THE BATTERY CHARGE CONDITION (see page 86).RIDINGBEFORE EVERY RIDE MAKE FOLLOWING CHECKSWARNING!Before each ride, to prevent accidents or failures during ride,make sure to go through following list.1. Check all fluidsA. Engine-transmission oil levelB. fuel levelC. coolant levelMake sure all caps are properly adjusted.WARNING*: Don’t remove radiator capwhen hot!2. Check all controlsA. Throttle handgripB. Clutch leverMake sure cables are not damaged and turn smoothly.3. Check brakesLook for brake fluid leaks and worn hoses. Check for prop-er functioning.4. Check suspensionsCompress fork and rear suspensions. Look for oil leaks andensure proper functioning.5. Check wheelsCheck spokes and look for worn bearings.Check rims and tyres.Check tyre pressure.6. Check chain rollers and sprocketsCheck wear on chain rollers and sprocketsEnsure chain is correctly adjusted and lubricated.7. Check air filter and intake systemCheck that air filter is cleanCheck all rubber connections and clamps.ENCap5_GB 9-07-2007 16:25 Pagina 23