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Pre-Race Checklist
by p9 Group ©2003

Pre-Race Checklist (Motorcycle/Auto/Kart)

General
Check that the Machine is clean and in good operating condition
(All nuts, bolts, safety wire, belts, hoses, cables, bodywork, frame, chassis, ect)
Check seating and control positions
Check controls, levers, steering - properly adjusted and not binding or sticking
Check Battery/CDI/distributor/ and all electrical wiring/connections
Check Rider/Driver - mental/emotional/physical condition
Check safety gear - helmet/back protector/leathers/suit/gloves/boots/shoes

Brakes
Check brake pad wear/thickness
Check discs/rotors/calipers - surfaces are clean, smooth and true
Check brake lines and connections
Check master cylinder(s) and fluid level

Fluids
Check engine/transmission/rear gear oil levels
Check Fork oil level
Check engine water/coolant
Check brake fluid
Check fuel level in tank

Carburetion
Check jetting
Check air intake/filter
Check fuel line
Check float bowl
Check assembly/fit

Suspension
Check forks seals and stanchions
Check front spring(s)/shock(s) for any leakage, damage and secure fit
Check rear spring(s)/shock(s) for any leakage, damage and secure fit
Check hubs and spindles
Check bars/rod ends/linkages/bushings/ect
Check for any binding or sticking
Check suspension settings

Chain/Sprockets/Gearing
Check chain links condition and adjust for proper slack.
Check chain lubrication
Check soft link (clip-type/rivet master link)
Check sprockets/teeth and ratios
Check bolts/fasteners that attach sprockets/gearing
Check ring and pinion/axels/drive shaft

Tires
Check overall condition.
Check front and rear pressures
Check for cuts, tears, and wear
Check sizes and direction of rotation

Wheels
Check for any damage
Check to see if properly balanced
Check alignment front to rear
Check if wheels spin relatively free (no binding)
Check wheel bearings
Check all nuts, bolts, and clips/pins if they are locked/tightened

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