Troubleshooting > Failures par brand > FOSTI > FOSTI F51 > What checks should be carried out before hitting the road with your FOSTI F51 50 motorcycle?
Before riding, it is important to make a small inspection of the elements of your two wheels. This is a quick and easy verification set.
Gearbox oil level is correctproximaginatively from 650ml vacuum engine. The gearbox oil change is carried out every 1500km.
In order to check the oil level, it is enough simply to open the level screw on the housing:
â†' If the oil is flowing, the level is OK.
â†' If the oil flows too abundantly, there is too much oil in the box.
Be careful if you are above the maximum, the overflow risks damaging a gasket. In this case, remove the excess.
Check that the headlight is in good condition. For adjustment place your headlight towards a wall, preferably in the dark.
Adjust your headlight:
1) Place your two wheels 5 meters from a wall.
2) Measure the height, from the ground to your headlight.
3) Transfer the height to the wall.
4) Set the brightness 5 to 10 cm below the height you reported.
Check high beam indicator on your meter.
Also check the tail light, license plate light, brake light and reflectors.
It is very important to check the good condition of the wing mirror, that they are correctly attached and adjusted. They allow you to monitor the road behind your two wheels from your saddle.
Check the condition and the pressure of the tires. If there is no trace cracks, cuts or loose bodiesrangers. The engraving should be visible and deeper than the wear indicator. The tire pressure must be sufficient to ensure optimal performance of your two wheels.
Visual control of the chain:
â†' Too much tension = premature wear.
â†' Tension too low = risk of breakage.
It is necessary that the chain has a 25 to 35 mm beating between top and bottom. Chain lubrication is also part of regular maintenance to preserve its longevity.