10. Inspection and maintenance before riding
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STEERING HANDLE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS INSPECTION
Perform this check with engine shut off and ignition switch key
removed.
Visual check front shock absorbers for damage.
Operate steering handle up and down, and check front shock
absorbers for noises due to bends.
Check the bolts and nuts of front shock absorbers with wrenches
for tightness.
Shake steering handle up & down, left & right, and front & rear to
check if it is loosen, has too much resistance and pulls to one side.
Check steering handle if it is being pulled too tight by the brake
cables.
Take your scooter to SYM Authorized Dealer or Franchised Dealer
for a check or adjustment if any abnormal conditions are found.
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Figures on the right are for operation checks only
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REAR CUSHION HARDNESS SETTING
The rear cushion is 4 stage adjustable type. It’s set at
3
rd
stage when manufactured, and you can adjust it
depending on your need. Turn the adjust collar of the
cushion to adjust it’s hardness.
CAUTION:
Turn counterclockwise to harden it, and turn clockwise
to soften it.
Mark sure adjust both cushion at the same time to be
sure the riding stability.
CHECKING FOR FUEL LEAKAGE
Check fuel tank, fuel hoses, and carburetor…etc. for leakage.
CHECING THE LUBRICATION OF BODY’S VARIOUS MECHANISMS
Check the body’s pivot points if they have enough lubrication.
(For example, the pivot points on the main stand, the side stand, and the brake lever…etc.)
soft
hard