Owner`s manual

AJP PR4 User’s manual - 3
rd
Edition Page
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! WARNING !
Failure to run these inspections and
maintain your motorcycle properly
increases the chance of an accident
or equipment damage
Always perform a pre-ride inspection
before each ride. Refer to the list
behind for check items. For further
details, refer to the INSPECTION
AND MAINTENANCE section.
Manage for the brake system to be
checked by an AJP dealer, as complete
failure of the system can be avoided.
Also check status of the brake hoses
and the thickness of brake linings, as
well as free travel of hand brake lever
and foot brake pedal.
6 - Electric system. Check correct
functioning of headlamps, taillights,
brake lights, indicators, control lamps
and horn while the engine is running.
7 - Luggage. If you are taking any
luggage with you, check that it is
securely fastened.
8 – Steering – Check for smoothness,
no restriction on movement and no play
or looseness.
9 – Throttle – Check for correct play,
smooth operation and positive return to
the closed position.
10 – Clutch – Check for correct play,
smoothness and progressive action.
11 – Suspensions – Check
suspensions for smooth movement.
12 – Engine stop switch – Check for
correct function.
! WARNING !
Using worn, improperly inflated or
non-homologated tires will reduce
stability and can cause an accident.
Follow all instructions in the TIRES
section.
! WARNING !
Checking maintenance items when
the engine is running can be
hazardous. You could be severely
injured if your hands or clothing get
caught in moving parts!
RIDING TIPS
! WARNING !
- Wear suitable clothing when
driving a motorcycle. Never forget to
wear a helmet, gloves and boots,
even in short trips. Protective
clothing should be brightly coloured
to make you more visible to other
drivers.
- Always turn on the lights to make
sure that other drivers become
aware of you as early as possible.
- Do not drive after having
consumed alcohol or drugs.
- Use only original spare parts and
accessories.
- Front and rear tires are allowed to
be fitted only with tires having the
same original profile type
(homologated).
! WARNING !
- Observe traffic regulations and
drive defensively, trying to look
ahead as far as possible so that any
hazards can be recognized as early
as possible.
- Adjust your driving speed
according to the conditions and your
driving skills.
- Drive carefully in unknown roads or
unfamiliar trials.
- When driving off-road, always have
a friend on a second motorcycle to
make you company, so you can help
each other if some problem
happens.
- Replace helmet visor or goggle
lens when scratched or damaged. If
bright light shines through a
scratched, the driver will be blinded.
- In case of a fall, check all functions
thoroughly before start operating the
motorcycle.
- Do not repair twisted handlebar:
Replace it immediately.