Honda AFRICA TWIN XRV750 (1987-2002) [21/291] Lighting and signalling

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o 2o Daily pre ride checks Tyre checks The correct pressures Tyre care Tyre tread depth The tyres must be checked when cold not immediately after riding Note that low tyre pressures may cause the tyre to slip on the rim or come off High tyre pressures will cause abnormal tread wear and unsafe handling Check the tyres carefully for cuts tears embedded nails or other sharp objects and excessive wear Operation of the motorcycle with excessively worn tyres is extremely hazardous as traction and handling are directly affected Check the condition of the tyre valve and ensure the dust cap is in place Pick out any stones or nails which may have become embedded in the tyre tread If left they will eventually penetrate through the casing and cause a puncture If tyre damage is apparent or unexplained loss of pressure is experienced seek the advice of a tyre fitting specialist without delay At the time of writing UK law requires that tread depth must be at least 1 mm over 3 4 of the tread breadth all the way around the tyre with no bald patches Many riders however consider 2 mm tread depth minimum to be a safer limit Honda recommend a minimum of 1 5 mm on the front and 2 mm on the rear Use an accurate pressure gauge Many forecourt gauges are wildly inaccurate If you buy your own spend as much as you can justify on a quality gauge Proper air pressure will increase tyre life and provide maximum stability and ride comfort Many tyres now incorporate wear indicators in the tread Identify the location marking on the tyre sidewall to locate the indicator bar and replace the tyre if the tread has worn down to the bar All XL600V and XL650V models XRV750 L to N 1990 to 1992 models Loading Front Rear Rider only 29 psi 2 00 Bar Rider and passenger 29 psi 2 00 Bar 29 psi 2 00 Bar 33 psi 2 25 Bar XRV750 P models onward 1993 on Loading Rear Front 29 psi 2 00 Bar 36 psi 2 50 Bar Rider only 29 psi 2 00 Bar Rider and passenger 29 psi 2 00 Bar 1 Remove the dust cap from the valve and check the tyre pressures when cold Do not forget to fit the cap after checking the pressure Measure tread depth at the centre of the tyre using a depth gauge Tyre tread wear indicator bar and its location marking usually either an arrow a triangle or the letters TWI on the sidewall 3 Suspension steering and drive chain checks Drive chain Suspension and Steering Check that the front and rear suspension operates smoothly without binding see Chapter 1 Check that the suspension is adjusted as required where applicable see Chapter 6 Check that the steering moves smoothly from lock to lock Check that the chain isn t too loose or too tight and adjust it if necessary see Chapter 1 If the chain looks dry lubricate it see Chapter 1 Legal and safety checks Lighting and signalling Safety Fuel Take a minute to check that the headlight tail light brake light licence plate light where fitted instrument lights and turn signals all work correctly Check that the horn sounds when the button is pressed A working speedometer graduated in mph is a statutory requirement in the UK Check that the throttle grip rotates smoothly when opened and snaps shut when released in all steering positions Also check for the correct amount of freeplay see Chapter 1 Check that the engine shuts off when the kill switch is operated Check that sidestand and centrestand if fitted return springs hold the stand s up securely when retracted This may seem obvious but check that you have enough fuel to complete your journey If you notice signs of fuel leakage rectify the cause immediately Ensure you use the correct grade fuel see Chapter 4 Specifications