Riding; Pre-Ride Checks - SWM Superdual 2017 E4 Handbuch

RIDING

NOTE*: If you are not familiar with the mo-
torcycle operation, read paragraphs on "CON-
TROLS" before riding this motorcycle.

PRE-RIDE CHECKS

Any time you ride your motorcycle, make a general
inspection first and proceed to check the following:
- check fuel level and engine oil level;
- check the brake and clutch fluids level;
- check the steering by turning the handlebar both
ways, fully home;
- check the tyre pressure;
- check the chain tension;
- check the throttle twistgrip and adjust it, if neces-
sary;
- turn the ignition switch to ON position: check the
lighting of instrument display and, with gearbox
in neutral, make sure that the neutral warning
light comes on;
- turn on the high-beam light and check that the
relative warning light comes on;
- operate the turning indicators and check that the
warning light comes on;
- check if the rear stop light is functioning.
- check that, after starting, the "
fault" and the " " "ABS fault" lights are not on.
ABS
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM - ABS
This model is equipped with an anti-lock braking
system (ABS), which is designed to prevent the
brakes from locking during sudden braking.
- The ABS system does not reduce the braking dis-
tance.
Under certain circumstances, the ABS system can
increase the braking distances.
- The ABS system does not engage at speeds of less
than 10 km/h.
- The brake lever and pedal may suffer a slight
back-kick when the brakes are engaged. This is
normal.
- Always use the recommended pads and tyres to
ensure the ABS system's proper functionality.
" "Engine
INSTRUCTIONS FOR RUNNING-IN
The exclusivity of the design, coupled to the high
quality of the materials used and the accuracy of
the assembly, guarantee the higher comfort right
from the start. However, when running for the first
1500 Km. (932,05 mi), SCRUPULOUSLY follow the rules
mentioned herebelow. Please note that FAILURE TO
COMPLY WITH THESE RULES MAY COMPROMISE THE
LIFE AND THE PERFORMANCE OF THE MOTORCYCLE:
- warm up the engine by running at low revs before
using the motorcycle;
- avoid quick starts and never rev up the engine
when in low gear;
- ride at low speed until the engine is warmed up;
- apply both brakes several times to settle the pads
and the discs;
- do not maintain the same speed for a long time;
- do not ride for a long time without stopping;
- NEVER drive downhill with GEARBOX IN NEUTRAL,
but shift into gear to brake with the engine if
necessary, thus preventing the fast wear of the
brake pads.
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