This T-CLOCS inspection check list should be used before every ride
T-CLOCS Inspection Checklist |
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T-TIRES and WHEELS |
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T-CLOCS Item |
What to Check |
What to Look For |
Tires |
Condition | Tread depth, wear, weathering, evenly seated, bulges, embedded objects |
| Air Pressure | Check when cold, adjust to load | |
Wheels |
Spokes | Bent, broken, missing, tension, check at top of wheel: “ring” = OK — “thud |
| Cast | Cracks, dents | |
| Rims | Out of round/true = 5mm. Spin wheel, index against stationary pointer | |
| Bearings | Grab top and bottom of tire and flex: No freeplay (click) between hub and | |
| Seals | Cracked, cut or torn, excessive grease on outside, reddish-brown around outside | |
C-CONTROLS |
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T-CLOCS Item |
What to Check |
What to Look For |
Levers and Pedal |
Condition | Broken, bent, cracked, mounts tight, ball ends on handlebar levers, proper adjustment Pivots |
| 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 |
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T-CLOCS Item |
What to Check |
What to Look For |
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 |
Mirrors |
Condition | Cracks, clean, tight mounts and swivel joints |
| Aim | Adjust when seated on bike | |
Lenses & 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 |
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T-CLOCS Item |
What to Check |
What to Look For |
Levels |
Engine | 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 recovery tank — check only when cool | |
| Fuel | Tank or gauge | |
Leaks |
Engine | 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 |
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T-CLOCS Item |
What to Check |
What to Look For |
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 and bearings | Raise rear wheel, check for play by pushing/pulling swingarm | |
Suspension |
Front Forks | Smooth travel, equal air pressure/damping, anti-dive settings |
| Rear Shock(s) | Smooth travel, equal pre-load/air pressure/damping settings, linkage moves freely and is lubricated | |
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 |
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T-CLOCS Item |
What to Check |
What to Look For |
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 |
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