MOTORCYCLE SECTION 9: T-CLOCS PRE-RIDE CHECKLIST

CATEGORY	T-CLOCS ITEM	WHAT TO CHECK	WHAT TO LOOK FOR	CHECK-OFF
T-TIRES AND WHEELS
	Tires	Condition	Tread depth, wear, weathering, evenly seated, bulges, embedded objects.	Front/Rear
		Air Pressure	Check when cold, adjust to load.	Front/Rear
	Wheels	Spokes	Bent, broken, missing, tension, check at top of wheel: "ring" = OK - "thud" = loose spoke	Front/Rear
		Cast	Cracks, dents.	Front/Rear
		Rims	Out of round/true = 5mm. Spin wheel, index against stationary pointer.	Front/Rear
		Bearings	Grab top and bottom of tire and flex: No freeplay (click) between hub and axle, no growl when spinning.	Front/Rear
		Seals	Cracked, cut or torn, excessive grease on outside, reddish-brown around outside.	Front/Rear
	Brakes	Function	Each brake alone keeps bike from rolling.	Front/Rear
C - CONTROLS
	Levers and Pedal	Condition	Broken, bent, cracked, mounts tight, ball ends on handlebar levers, proper adjustment.
		Pivots	Lubricated.
	Cables	Condition	Fraying, kinks, lubrication: ends and interior.
		Routing	No interference or pulling at steering head, suspension, no sharp angles, wire supports in place.
	Hoses	Condition	Cuts, cracks, leaks, bulges, chafing, deterioration
		Routing	No interference or pulling at steering head, suspension, no sharp angles, hose supports in place.
	Throttle	Operation	Moves freely, snaps closed, no revving when handlebars are turned.
L - LIGHTS
	Battery	Condition	Terminals; clean and tight, electrolyte level, held down securely.
		Vent Tube	Not kinked, routed properly, not plugged.
	Headlamp	Condition	Cracks, reflector, mounting and adjustment system.
		Aim	Height and right.left.
		Operation	Hi beam/low beam operation.
	Tail Lamp / Brake Lamp	Condition	Cracks, clean and tight.
		Operation	Activates upon front brake/rear brake application.
	Turn Signals	Operation	Flashes correctly.	Front Left/Front Right
				Rear Left/Rear Right
	Mirrors	Condition	Cracks, clean, tight mounts and swivel joints.
		Aim	Adjust when seated on bike.
	Lenses and Reflectors	Condition	Cracked, broken, securely mounted, excessive condensation.
	Wiring	Condition	Fraying, chafing, insulation.
		Routing	Pinched, no interference or pulling at steering head or suspension, wire looms and ties in place, connectors tight, clean.
O - OIL
	Levels	Engine Oil	Check warm on center stand on level ground, dipstick, sight glass.
		Hypoid Gear Oil, Shaft Drive	Transmission, rear drive, shaft.
		Hydraulic Fluid	Brakes, clutch, reservoir or sight glass.
		Coolant	Reservoir and/or coolant recover tank - check only when cool.
		Fuel	Tank or gauge.
	Leaks	Engine Oil	Gaskets, housings, seals.
		Hypoid Gear Oil, Shaft Drive	Gaskets, seals, breathers.
		Hydraulic Fluid	Hoses, master cylinders, calipers.
		Coolant	Radiator, hoses, tanks, fittings, pipes.
		Fuel	Lines, fuel valve, carbs.
C - CHASSIS
	Frame	Condition	Cracks at gussets, accessory mounts, look for paint lifting.
		Steering-Head Bearings	No detent or tight spots through full travel, raise front wheel, check for play by pulling/pushing forks.
		Swingarm Bushings/Bearings	Raise rear wheel, check for play by pushing/pulling swingarm.
	Suspension	Front Forks	Smooth travel, equal air pressure/damping, anti-dive settings.	Left/Right
		Rear Shock(s)	Smooth travel, equal pre-load/air pressure/damping settings, linkage moves freely and is lubricated.	Left/Right
	Chain or Belt	Tension	Check at tightest point.
		Lubrication	Side plates when hot. Note: Do not lubricate belts.
		Sprockets	Teeth not hooked, securely mounted.
	Fasteners	Threaded	Tight, missing bolts, nuts.
		Clips	Broken, missing.
		Cotter Pins	Broken, missing.
S - STANDS
	Center Stand	Condition	Cracks, bent.
		Retention	Springs in place, tension to hold position.
	Side Stand	Condition	Cracks, bent (safety cut-out switch or pad equipped.)
		Retention	Springs in place, tension to hold position.