2022 Kawasaki KLX140R L Daily Pre-Ride Checks
Daily Pre-Ride Checks
- Check the following items each day before you ride. The time required is minimal, and the habitual performance of these checks will help ensure a safe, reliable ride.
- If any irregularities are found during these checks, refer to the appropriate section and take the action required to return the motorcycle to a safe operating condition.
WARNING
Failure to perform these checks before the operation may result in serious damage or an accident. Always to perform daily checks before operation.
DANGER
Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless poisonous gas. Inhaling carbon monoxide can cause serious brain injury or death. DO NOT run the engine in enclosed areas. Operate only in a well-ventilated area.
Engine
- Engine Oil No leakage Level correct
- Clutch Functions properly
- Spark Plug Correctly torqued
- Carburetor Properly adjusted Idle speed: (KLX140A/B) 1 350 1 450 r/min (rpm) (KLX140C) 1 400 1 600 r/min (rpm)
- Air Cleaner Clean Apply oil to air cleaner element if dry Properly installed
- Muffler No damage
- Engine Sprocket
- Properly installed
- Not worn or damaged
- Frame
- Tires
- Overall condition good
- No wear or damage
- Air pressure correct
- Air valve cap installed
- Spokes
- No looseness
- Drive Chain
- Overall condition good
- Chain slack correct
- Oil if necessary
- Front and Rear Brakes
- Function properly
- The lever and pedal play correctly
- No leakage
- Throttle
- Functions properly
- The throttle grip returns smoothly
- Steering
- Smooth but not loose from lock to lock
- No binding due to control cables
- Front Fork
- Functions properly
- No leakage
- Rear Shock Absorber
- Functions properly
- No leakage
- Fuel Tank
- Mounted securely
- No leakage
- Rear Sprocket
- No wear or damage
- Electrical equipment
- Functions properly
- Engine Stop Switch
- Functions properly
- Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners
- Properly tightened