Storage - GAS GAS FSR 450 2008 Betriebsanleitung

(2). Following a day of competition
1. Clean the air filter
2. Adjust the chain tension / slack
3. Tighten the bolts of the rear sprocket
4. Tighten spokes
5. Check the tyre pressure
6. Tighten the front and rear axle nuts
7. Tighten the swinging arm nut
8. Tighten the nuts and bolts of the exhaust and silencer
9. Tighten the nuts and bolts of the mudguard support
10. Tighten the nuts and bolts of the tank seat
11. Check the brakes
12. Check steering play
13. Fill the tank
14. Check the coolant level
(3) After racing on dusty terrain
If dirt or dust gets through into the engine, the crankshaft will wear
excessively. After riding, inspect the crankshaft. If the crankshaft is
worn past the service limit, replace the crankshaft with a new one.
(4) Maintenance notice for after riding in rain on muddy course
1. Apply grease to swing arm pivot and rear suspension system.
2. Inspect the drive chain and rear sprocket for wear.
3. Clean the pinion and rear sprocket.
4. Check the piston-cylinder and crankshaft bearing.
5. Grease the throttle control and cable.
(5) Suggested spare parts
Consult the parts manual.

STORAGE

When the motorcycle is to be stored for any length of time, it should
be prepared for storage as follows:
Clean the entire vehicle thoroughly.
Run the engine for about five minutes to warm the oil, shut it off
and drain the transmission oil.
- Put in fresh transmission oil.
Empty the fuel from the fuel tank, and empty the carburettor float
bowl. (If left in for a long time, the fuel will deteriorate).
- Disconnect the battery.
- Lubricate the drive chain and all the cables.
- Spray oil on all unpainted metal surfaces to prevent rusting. Avoid
getting oil on rubber parts or in the brakes.
- Set the motorcycle on a box or stand so that both wheels are
raised off the ground. (If this cannot be done, put boards under the
front and rear wheels to keep dampness away from the tire rubber).
- Tie a plastic bag over the exhaust pipe to prevent moisture from
entering.
- Put a cover over the motorcycle to keep dust and dirt from collecting
on it.
To put the motorcycle back into use after storage.
- Remove plastic bag from exhaust.
- Make sure the spark plug is tight.
- Fill the fuel tank with fuel.
- Check all the points listed in the Daily Pre-ride Inspection Section.
- General lubrication
- Connect the battery.
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