Pre-Race checklist - Motorcycle/Auto/Kart

Pre-Race checklist - Motorcycle/Auto/Kart
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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

Tyres
* 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