Mobile HOG - Safety Officers Page

Mobile Chapter #0040

T-Clock Checklist

Motorcycle Safety Starts with a motorcycle that is road worthy and ends with a good attitude. Lets start with the Motorcycle first. There is a simple checklist to follow that is called the T-CLOCK.

T-CLOCK is an acronym that helps to cover the bike from stem to stern, for a quick once over.

T- Tires and Wheels	Tires- Check tread depth, wear and air pressure Wheels- See if any spokes are loose or if the rim is bent or cracked. See if it turns freely, but is not loose on the axle.
C- Controls	Levers-See that they are not bent or broken and move easily. Cables- Check for fraying and lubricate them. *Hoses- Check for cracks, leaks, bulges and chaffed areas Throttle*- Check that is moves freely. Closes easily. Lube if needed.
L- Lights	Battery-Check that the terminals are clean and tight and that the electrolyte level is correct. Plus make sure the vent tube is hooked to the vent outlet and not kinked Turn & Break lights- check for proper operation and that the lenses are not cracked or broken Headlight- Check for proper operation and alignmen
O- Oil	Levels-Check engine oil level plus transmission and primary drive fluid levels
C- Chassis	Steering Head-Move handlebars back and forth to check for tight spots or binding. Hold the front break and rock the bike front to back to check for any free play in the neck bearings. Suspension- Check the front forks and the rear shocks for smooth travel and right air pressure (If equipped) Belt- Check tension and visually inspect for any rocks or other objects stuck in it. Fasteners- Check for any loose nuts or bolts and tighten if needed
K- Kickstand	*Side stand*- Check for ease of operation and spring action.

Ok, we have gone over the Motorcycle, now for the "Good Attitude". This is something you are going to have to work on yourself. I can only do so much.

Ken Rush