“HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY'S OWNER'S MANUAL EXCERPT"

PRE-RIDE CHECKLIST

 

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                      Read the CONTROLS AND INDICATORS section before riding your motorcycle.  Failure to understand the operation of the motorcycle could result in death or serious injury.

 

Before riding your motorcycle at any time, make a general inspection to be sure it is in safe riding condition.

                     

                      Stop the engine when refueling or servicing the fuel system.  Do not smoke or allow open flame or sparks near gasoline.  Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive, which could result in death or serious injury.

       

                      Avoid spills.  Slowly remove filler cap.  Do not fill above bottom of filler neck insert, leaving air space for fuel expansion.  Secure filler cap after refueling. Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive, which could result in death or serious injury.

       

                      Use care when refueling.  Pressurized air in fuel tank can force gasoline to escape through filler tube.  Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive, which could result in death or serious injury.

 

1.  Verify fuel is present in tank and add fuel if required.

2.  Adjust mirrors to proper riding positions.

3.  Verify oil is present in oil tank.

4.  Check controls to make sure they operate properly.  Operate the front and rear brakes, throttle, clutch and shifter.  All controls should operate freely without binding.

5.  Check steering for proper operation by turning handlebars through full operating range.  Handlebars should turn smoothly without binding.

       

                      Be sure tires are properly inflated, balanced and have adequate tread.  Inspect your tires regularly and see a Harley-Davidson dealer for replacements.  Riding with excessively worn, unbalanced or under-inflated tires can adversely affect stability and handling, which could result in death or serious injury.

 

6.  Check tire condition and pressure incorrect pressure will result in poor riding characteristics and can affect handling and stability.  Refer to tire specifications for correct inflation pressure to use.

7.  Check all electrical equipment and switches including headlamps, stop lamp, turn signals and horn for proper operation.

8.  Check for any fuel, oil or hydraulic fluid leaks.

9.  Check secondary belt for wear or damage.

10.  Service your motorcycle as necessary.