Polini XP 4T CROSS Utilisation Et L'entretien page 14

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ENGLISH
CONTENTS
1- INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE ASSEMBLY OF THE BIKE BEFORE
RIDING IT.
2- VEHICLE CARRIAGE
3- OPERATIONS BEFORE RIDING THE MINICROSS/
MINIMOTARD
4- RUNNING IN
5- ENGINE SWITCHING OFF
6- SAFE DRIVING: MINICROSS/MINIMOTARD USING
CONDITIONS
7- MAINTENANCE, SERVICING AND RULES
8- INSPECTIONS, CHECKING AND RACE PREPARATION
9- TECHNICAL FEATURES
10- SPARE PARTS
11- GARAGING
12- TRAINING AND INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
INSTRUCTIONS MAY BE REPEATED A NUMBER OF TIMES IN THE COURSE
OF THIS MANUAL. THIS HAS BEEN DONE PURPOSEFULLY TO EMPHASISE
THE IMPORTANCE OF CERTAIN OPERATIONS AND THE NEED TO BEAR
SAFETY CONSTANTLY IN MIND. ALL ENGINE MAINTENANCE MUST BE
REFERRED TO A SPECIALIST DEALER.
Read this use and maintenance manual carefully throughout before
riding your new motorcycle. This manual contains important informa-
tion that will help you to avoid unnecessary damages to the vehicle and
serious or even fatal injury to yourself to other persons and things. To
ensure care-free and satisfying riding you must get to know your new
motorcycle thoroughly and set it up correctly before you start riding.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
THIS MOTORCYCLE HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED
EXCLUSIVELY FOR COMPETITION USE. IT IS ILLEGAL TO RIDE IT ON
PUBLIC ROADS. APPLICABLE LEGISLATION PERMITS THE USE OF THIS
MOTORCYCLE ONLY IN ORGANISED COMPETITIONS OR CLOSED AND
PRIVATE TRACKS AND WITH THE PRESENCE OF SECURITY FORCES
(AMBULANCE, FIREMEN, ETC).
NO CARRY PASSENGERS AND/OR THINGS
PILOT ONLY, NO PASSENGER. This minicross / minimotard has been
designed and manufactured for use by the pilot only.
REMEMBER
People under 18 must always be supervised by an adult or qualified
people when riding this motorcycle.
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY.
This text identifies special situations that could cause dangerous events
coming from the wrong usage of the minicross/minimotard or its
servicing. In accordance with point 3 of Rule UNI EN 1050:1998 these
situations are indicated as follows:
DAMAGE: injury and /or damages to health or to means.
DANGEROUS EVENT: an event that could cause an injury.
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Every time, before using the minicross/minimotard or before servicing
it be sure to have well understood what written in this manual, being
careful to the phases signed with the symbols
WARNING.
IMPORTANT: this manual is an integral part of the motorcycle and
must accompany it if it is sold or transferred to a new owner or keeper.
WELCOME NOTICE. By purchasing a Polini minicross/minimotard
you have become one of a large family of satisfied Polini motorcycle
owners and riders.
WARNING. This Polini minicross/minimotard is a high performance
competition motorcycle and incorporates the latest motocross race
technology. It must only be used in competitive racing by expert riders.
This new Polini minicross/minimotard model has been designed to
perform as competitively as possible. Motocross is nevertheless a
physical sport and winning requires more than just a good motorcycle.
To achieve good results you must be in good physical condition and be
a skilful motorcycle rider. The best results are achieved by riders who
exercise regularly to keep in peak physical form and who practise
their motorcycling skills frequently. The purpose of this manual is to
help you get the greatest satisfaction possible from you new Polini
minicross/minimotard motorcycle, both from the performance of the
machine itself and from success in competitions.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND SAFETY SUGGE-
STIONS
1- Most deaths in motorcycling are caused by head injuries. ALWAYS
wear the HOMOLOGATED helmet. Wear knee guards and
elbow guards (certificated in accordance with Rule EN 1621-1 /
1997). Use well protective clothes or suits. Use close and suitable
boots with sole resistant to abrasion.
2- The exhaust system becomes extremely hot during use and may
remain so for quite some time afterwards. Do not touch any parts
of the exhaust system. Always wear clothes that completely cover
your legs.
3- Do not wear loose or flowing clothing. This can become entangled in
the control levers, kick-start lever, footrests, chain or wheels.
4- Respect the environment.
WARNING. MODIFICATIONS TO OR THE REMOVAL OF
ORIGINAL PARTS FROM THIS MINICROSS / MINIMOTARD
MAY CAUSE IT TO BECOME UNSAFE OR ILLEGAL. ALWAYS
COMPLY WITH ALL LOCAL AND NATIONAL LAWS,
REGULATIONS AND SAFETY STANDARDS.
THIS MOTORCYCLE HAS BEEN DESIGNED FOR A PILOT WHO
WEIGHTS LESS THAN:
- 100 Kg. FOR THE MINICROSS MODEL
- 100 Kg. FOR THE MINIMOTARD MODEL
For your own safety and for the best performance of your motorcycle,
always insist on genuine Polini Motori spare parts for all repairs. In
order to keep track of your bike, make a note here of its specifications:
DANGER or