Post Road Test
warning
Certain components of the motorcycle will be hot immediately after road test. Care must be taken to avoid burn injuries caused by contact with hot components.
notice
The following tests should be carried out immediately after the motorcycle returns from the road test.Faults detected during road test or post road test inspection, must be rectified before the motorcycle is released to the customer. The fan(s) may come on earlier and at a slower speed. Depending on the ambient temperature, it is possible the fan(s) may not reach 100% speed.
Cooling Fan Operation (liquid cooled engines only)
Standard required:
notice
Some models are fitted with a cooling fan variable speed controller. This controls the speed of the cooling fan(s) at various speeds depending on the temperature of the coolant.The fan(s) may come on earlier and at a slower speed. Depending on the ambient temperature, it is possible the fan(s) may not reach 100% speed.
The fan should operate when the coolant temperature rises above normal operating temperature. It will stop automatically.
The blades of the cooling fan must not come into contact with the radiator or the guard which surrounds the cooling fan blades.
There must be no abnormal noises when the cooling fan is operating.
warning
The cooling fan operates automatically, even with the ignition switched off. To prevent injury, keep hands and clothing away from the fan blades at all times.
Action:
With the engine idling, allow the engine temperature to rise to above normal operating temperature.
caution
Do not allow the engine temperature to rise too high. Serious damage may result if the engine is allowed to overheat.
Check:
Check the cooling fan for correct operation.
Action:
Switch off the engine.
Hot Start
notice
This test should be carried out when the engine is at normal operating temperature.
Standard required:
The engine should start easily when at normal operating temperature and run smoothly at idle.
Action:
Switch off the engine (if running) and wait thirty seconds.
Start the engine and allow to idle.
Switch off the engine.
Engine
Standard required:
The engine must be free from fluid leaks.
Fuel System
Standard required:
The fuel system must be free from leaks.
Tyres
Standard required:
Front and rear tyres must be free from damage.
warning
Check the tyres for cuts, embedded nails or other sharp objects.Check the wheel rims for dents or deformation. Operation with damaged or defective wheels or tyres is dangerous and loss of motorcycle control or an accident could result.
Bodywork
Standard required:
The motorcycle bodywork must be clean and free from damage.
Check:
Check the motorcycle bodywork for new damage.
Check the motorcycle bodywork for cleanliness.