T-CLOCK Inspection

Guns For Hire

ItemWhat to checkWhat to look forCheckoff
T - Tires and Wheels
TiresConditionTread depth, wear, weathering, evenly seated, bulges, imbedded objectsFront-__Rear-__
Air pressureCheck when cold, adjust to load/speedFront-__Rear-__
WheelsSpokesBent, broken, missing, tension, check at top of wheel, "ring"-ok-"thud"= a loose spokeFront-__Rear-__
CastCracks, dentsFront-__Rear-__
RimsOut of round/true - 5mm, spin wheel, index against stationary pointerFront-__Rear-__
BearingsGrab top and bottom of tire and flex: no freeplay (click) between hub and axle, no growl when spinningFront-__Rear-__
SealsCracked, cut, or torn, excessive grease on outside, reddish-brown around outside Front-__Rear-__
C - Controls
LeversConditionBroken, bent, cracked, mounts tight, ball ends on handlebar leverFront-__Rear-__
PivotsLubricated__
CablesConditionFraying, kinks, lubrication: ends and length __
RoutingNo interference or pulling at steering head, suspension, no sharp angles, wire looms on place.__
HosesConditionCuts, cracks, leaks, bulges, chafing, deterioration__
RoutingNo interference or pulling at steering head, suspension, no sharp angles, wire looms on place.__
ThrottleOperationMoves freely, snaps closed, no revving__
L - Lights
BatteryConditionTerminals, clean and tight, electrolyte level, held down securely __
Vent tubeNot kinked, routed properly, not plugged__
LensesConditionCracked, broken, securely mounted, exessive condensation __
ReflectorsConditionCracked, broken, securely mounted__
WiringConditionFraying, chafing, insulation__
RoutingPinched, no interference or pulling at steering head or suspension, wire looms and ties in place, connectors tight and clean __
HeadlampConditionCracks, reflector, mounting and adjustment system__
AimHeight and right/left __
O - Oil
LevelsEngine oilCheck warm on centerstand, dipstick, sight glass__
Hypoid gear oilTransmission, rear driver, shaft __
Hydraulic Fluid Brakes, clutch, reservoir or sight glass__
CoolantReservoir and/or coolant recovery tank - cool only __
FuelTank or guage __
LeaksEngine oilGaskets, housings, seals__
Hypoid gear oilGaskets, seals and breathers __
Hydraulic Fluid Hoses, master cylinders, calipers __
CoolantRadiator, hoses, tanks, fittings, pipes __
FuelLines, fuel caps, carbs __
C - Chassis
FrameCondidtionCracks at gussets, accessory mounts, look for paint lifting__
Steering-head bearing No detent or tight spots through full travel, raise front wheel, check for play by pulling/pushing forks __
Swingarm bushings/bearingsRaise rear wheel, check for play by pulling/pushing swingarm__
SuspensionForksSmooth travel, equal air pressure/damping anti-drive settingsLeft-__ Right-__
Shock(s)Smooth travel, equal pre-load/air pressure/damping settings, linkage moves freely and is lubricatedLeft-__ Right-__
Chain or beltTensionCheck at tightest point __
LubricationSide plates when hot-DO NOT lubricate belts __
SprocketsTeeth not hooked, securely mounted __
FastnersThreadedTight, missing bolts, nuts __
ClipsBroken, missing__
Cotter pinsBroken, missing __
K - Kickstand
CenterstandCondidtionCracks, bent__
Retention Springs in place, tension to hold position__
SidestandConditionCracks, bent, (safety cut-out switch or pad if equipped) __
RetentionSprings in place, tension to hold position__