Ongoing general maintenance will keep your motorcycle in great condition with little or no unpleasant surprises on the road. Modern bikes require less maintenance than they did in the 60's and 70's but they still need a lot more maintenance than a car. Being a reliable vehicle, bikes today need a lot more care while most of the owners do not have that much knowledge. Motorcyclists should be able to do at least basic maintenance on their bikes by themselves. The more care and maintenance you give to your bike the longer it will last.
Things to Check Regularly
There are dozens of parts on the bike that could be checked on a regular basis. But try to slim the list down to the most important items so you still have the time to ride.
Here is a basic list of some of the most important things to check for:
Tires
Keep a low pressure tire gauge (0psi - 80psi) in your bike tool bag at all times. Try to remember to check your tire pressure every time you go for filling up petrol.
Keep your tires correctly inflated. A tire that is very under-inflated generates a lot of heat which can lead to a blow out. Tires that run too hot also wear out more quickly. The most common motorcycle breakdown is for tire damage. Replace your tires sooner rather than later. If tread depth is 1-2mm it is time to replace your tires.
Brakes
Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time and becomes less effective. Replace brake fluid every one to two years and your brakes will perform the best they can.
Motorcycles have up to two brake fluid reservoirs, one for the front, usually found on the handlebars and one for the back. Both should be checked regularly. Check, if your brake pads are thin and due for replacement. Beware - brake fluid, if spilt on paintwork eats right through to the bare metal.
Chain and sprockets, Shaft Drives, Belts
Lube your chain after each ride when the chain is warm so the oil can easily soak in and get into all the tight spots of the chain. These items are essential to the well being of your bike. If not well maintained you will end up spending a lot of money all too often to have them replaced.
Fuel
Check your fuel filter on a regular basis and replace every 2 years. Fuel is quite an often overlooked as a form of preventative maintenance on a motorcycle. Check the fuel filter make sure it is not clogged and looks clean and clear. Replace fuel filters every 2 years.
Oil
Check your oil level when it is cold before you go on a ride. If it is not at its high or max level top it up before going out. Make sure you regularly check and keep your oil level at its HIGH or MAX level. It is best to check your oil level on the bikes centre stand or when it is in a level position.
Battery
Check the fluid levels on each chamber. If any chamber is low, carefully top it up. Use only distilled water, NOT tap water. Tap water has minerals in it that will not do the battery any good. A battery only requires a little monthly maintenance to perform perfectly. Keep the battery charged to 100%, recharging when the lights dim, the starter sounds weak, or the battery hasn't been used in more than two weeks.
If you want to acquire a used bikes in India, you can easily connect with Shriram Automall India Limited (SAMIL), the one stop destination for used vehicles. SAMIL provides customers with physical and online bidding platforms which make it easy for customers to acquire as well dispose the pre-owned vehicles.
Things to Check Regularly
There are dozens of parts on the bike that could be checked on a regular basis. But try to slim the list down to the most important items so you still have the time to ride.
Here is a basic list of some of the most important things to check for:
Tires
Keep a low pressure tire gauge (0psi - 80psi) in your bike tool bag at all times. Try to remember to check your tire pressure every time you go for filling up petrol.
Keep your tires correctly inflated. A tire that is very under-inflated generates a lot of heat which can lead to a blow out. Tires that run too hot also wear out more quickly. The most common motorcycle breakdown is for tire damage. Replace your tires sooner rather than later. If tread depth is 1-2mm it is time to replace your tires.
Brakes
Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time and becomes less effective. Replace brake fluid every one to two years and your brakes will perform the best they can.
Motorcycles have up to two brake fluid reservoirs, one for the front, usually found on the handlebars and one for the back. Both should be checked regularly. Check, if your brake pads are thin and due for replacement. Beware - brake fluid, if spilt on paintwork eats right through to the bare metal.
Chain and sprockets, Shaft Drives, Belts
Lube your chain after each ride when the chain is warm so the oil can easily soak in and get into all the tight spots of the chain. These items are essential to the well being of your bike. If not well maintained you will end up spending a lot of money all too often to have them replaced.
Fuel
Check your fuel filter on a regular basis and replace every 2 years. Fuel is quite an often overlooked as a form of preventative maintenance on a motorcycle. Check the fuel filter make sure it is not clogged and looks clean and clear. Replace fuel filters every 2 years.
Oil
Check your oil level when it is cold before you go on a ride. If it is not at its high or max level top it up before going out. Make sure you regularly check and keep your oil level at its HIGH or MAX level. It is best to check your oil level on the bikes centre stand or when it is in a level position.
Battery
Check the fluid levels on each chamber. If any chamber is low, carefully top it up. Use only distilled water, NOT tap water. Tap water has minerals in it that will not do the battery any good. A battery only requires a little monthly maintenance to perform perfectly. Keep the battery charged to 100%, recharging when the lights dim, the starter sounds weak, or the battery hasn't been used in more than two weeks.
If you want to acquire a used bikes in India, you can easily connect with Shriram Automall India Limited (SAMIL), the one stop destination for used vehicles. SAMIL provides customers with physical and online bidding platforms which make it easy for customers to acquire as well dispose the pre-owned vehicles.
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