PRELIMINARY CONTROLS
.Engine-transmission oil level
Keeping the motorbike level and upright,
check the oil level through the inspection (1)
window on the right crankcase. Check that the
level is in the middle of the sight glass "A"
between the MIN and MAX notch.
To fill up, remove the filler cap (2).
Fuel level
Check the level in the tank, top up as needed
Electrical system
Start the motor, as instructed in the section
"Instructions for using the motorcycle", and
check that the lights, brake light, indicators,
warning lights on the dashboard and horn all
work correctly.
Tyre pressure
Check the tyre pressure, which must
correspond to the pressure values provided in
the section "Technical data".
Coolant level
Check level (1) in right-hand radiator when
engine is cold (place the motorbike fully upright).
The coolant must be 10mm (0.39 in) above the
parts and the level may not be more than 2-3
cm (0.78-1.81 in) from the bottom of the
recovery reservoir (2) located in front of the rear
shock absorber. The radiator cap (3) is provided
with two locking positions: the first one is for
prior discharge of pressure in the cooling system.
WARNING:
Avoid removing radiator cap when engine is
hot, as coolant may spout out and cause
scalding.
SM125
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