| 1. |
Check under the motorcycle on approach for obvious leaks, obstructions, etc. |
| 2. |
Inspect motorcycle for possible damage, preferably from top to bottom, from left to right, while moving in an anti-clockwise direction. |
| 3. |
Check front wheel for tread depth, wear and damage, sidewall damage, inflation, valve cap, spokes, wheel hub, oil and grease leakage. |
| 4. |
Check front brake disc/s for wear, if possible. |
| 5. |
Check front shock absorbers/forks for damage, security and oil leakage. |
| 6. |
Check front mudguard for damage and security. |
| 7. |
Check front light/s, lenses and reflectors for damage, cleanliness and security. |
| 8. |
Check left front indicator for damage, cleanliness and security. |
| 9. |
Check windscreen/fairing for damage, cleanliness and security, if applicable. |
| 10. |
Check controls, cables, mirror and clutch fluid level (if applicable) on the left side of the handlebar for damage, cleanliness, security and operation. |
| 11. |
Check fuel tap/halve for damage, security, leaks and operation. |
| 12. |
Check gear lever and left front footpeg for damage and security. |
| 13. |
Check left side-cover for damage and security. |
| 14. |
Mention that the battery should be checked for damage, security and fluid level. |
| 15. |
Check left rear footpeg, chainguard, chain (tension and lubrication) exhaust and shock-absorber (if applicable) for damage and security. |
| 16. |
Check left rear indicator for damage, cleanliness and security. |
| 17. |
Check rear light, registration plate light, lens and reflector for damage, cleanliness and security. |
| 18. |
Check rear registration plate for damage, cleanliness, security and legality. |
| 19. |
Check rear wheel as described in item 3. |
| 20. |
Check right rear indicator for damage, cleanliness and security. |
| 21. |
Check rear brake disc and brake assembly for wear and security where possible. |
| 22. |
Check right rear shock absorber and exhaust (if applicable) for damage, security and oil leaks. |
| 23. |
Check right rear foot peg and side cover for security. |
| 24. |
Check seat for damage, cleanliness and security. |
| 25. |
Check right front foot peg for damage and security. |
| 26. |
Check foot brake for free play, damage and security and brake fluid level, if applicable. |
| 27. |
Check fuel tank and filler cap for security and leakage. |
| 28. |
Mention that coolant and engine oil levels should be checked, if applicable. |
| 29. |
Check radiator for damage and security, if applicable. |
| 30. |
Check right hand control, mirror, cables and brake fluid level (if applicable) as described in item 10. |
| 31. |
Check right front indicator for damage, cleanliness and security. |
| 32. |
Check Certificate of Clearance disc for validity, cleanliness and security. |
Note A:
On approach to the motorcycle the examiner shall request the applicant to conduct a pre-trip inspection prior to mounting the motorcycle.
Note B:
In the event of there being minor defects, the applicant may be allowed the opportunity to rectify them, however, a time limit of 5 minutes will be allowed.
Note C:
The applicant shall not be penalised for the following:
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should he/she fail to execute the pre-trip inspection in a anti-clock wise direction, |
| - |
when he/she checks one wheel and later only refers to the other wheel, |
| - |
when he/she fails to check both sidewalls of a tyre for damage, and |
| - |
when checking those parts of the motorcycle which he/she has to check it is not expected of him/er to make mention of all the properties of that particular part. |
For example when the wheels are checked it is not expected of the applicant to mention that he/she checks the tyre tread for wear and for damage to the sidewall, tyre pressure and the valve-cap etc.
When it is clear to the examiner that the applicant has paid attention to the specific parts (whether mentioned or not) he/she shall be credited.
Note C applies only to Module 1.
Petroleum Products Act, 1977
