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How to Maintain your Motorcycle

by | Jan 30, 2017 | News

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]There are a lot of things to do before you ride. Whether it’s the first ride of the season or you’re out riding every week, you should always go through pre-ride checklist before you go on the highway.

Here are the things you should do to make your ride safe and enjoyable.

What to do?What to consider?What to do?
Check Engine OilEngine oil should be changed every 3700 miles or so.Change
Check Oil FilterReplace Oil Filter every two oil changes.Change
Check CoolantWhenever engine easily overheats.Examine
Check Transmission/Final Drive OilIt depends on your motorcycle. Check your manual for further information about this.Change
Check Spark PlugsReplace every 24 months or 30,000 milesExamine/Change
Check ValvesReplace every 6000 miles or whenever you hear tapping sounds in the valves.Examine/Adjust if necessary
Check CarburetorIf your engine hiccups when you open the throttle.Synchronize as needed
Check Idle SpeedTake a look at your owner’s manual to see the ideal idle speed, then match it to your bike.Examine/Adjust as required
Check Fuel LinesNotice if your motorcycle is leaking fuel.Examine; change chafed lines, tighten clamps
Check Fuel FilterThe frequency of changing the filter depends on the capacity of the filter.. Generally, changed it if it’s plugged.Examine/Change if necessary
Check Air FilterClean when it’s having a yellowish color, replace if it starts to flake off during cleaning.Examine/Clean or change if necessary
Check Throttle/Throttle CablesExamine routinely.Examine and lubricate, check operation, adjust free play
Check Choke/Fast Idle ControlIf engine is still cold after choking.Check Operation. Lubricate and adjust linkage as necessary
Check Fork SealsWhenever you notice leaking.Check for leaks or damages
Check Rear ShocksIf bouncing is noticeable.Check for leaks, worn bushings.
Check Drive ChainIf it’s gunky and greasy.Check, lubricate and adjust
Check Drive BeltSevere squeaking while underway or edgewear on the belt may indicate misalignment of the pulleys. Check drive belt. Inspect, Check tension
Check Drive ShaftCheck the manual every how often you should change.Change oil
Check Brake FluidOnce every two years or 20,000 to 25,000 miles.Check level; if contaminated, change fluid.
Check Brake PadsChange every time you change brake fluid.Check/Change
Check Brake CalipersMany caliper failures result in brake-pull complaints because the caliper piston fails to retract.Wrench-check mounting hardware, check for leaks/chafed hoses or turn dust boots. Make sure all pistons are free.
Check Brake RotorsIf your motor begins pulsating or wobbling, or your brakes begin squealing, screeching or squeaking.Wrench-check mounting hardware, look for scoring or other damage.
Check Brake Master CylindersA  faulty  master  cylinder  usually  leaks  externally  out the  rear  piston  or  leaks  internally.  You  are  able  to detect   external   brake   fluid   leaks   by   checking   the master  cylinder  boot  for  fluid  or  dampness  on  the firewall.Check for leaks.
Check WheelsInspect regularly.Check and adjust spokes. Check wheel bearings for play. Check wheel seals for leakage. Check wheel alignment.
Check Tire Condition and PressureInspect regularly.Check and adjust.
Check Engine and Frame BoltsCheck manual.Check
Check LightsInspect regularly.Change if lights are broken.
Check Battery and charging systemChange every 2 years.Top off battery, check cable terminals, check charge rate.

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