Bike Maintenance for all Seasons

by Pooja Late so cut

As the weather starts to get warmer or slightly better, motorcyclists are itching to get their bike out and enjoy themselves. In the light of the seasons, I decided to come up with some tune up tips for your bike before you begin riding. Before going through this article, it is important you go through your owner’s manual for tips, specifications, and other things. However, this article will get you started. If you don’t maintain your bike before driving it, inevitably you may get an accident.

Tires and Wheels

First, ensure your tire has the right pressure required. If your bike has been parked for a while, it may have loss air in the process. Pump the tire according to the specification of your bike, which is why I advise you to go through your owner’s manual. Every bike has their own specification. In addition, lookout for wear and tears on the treads, bulges, or cracks. Look at the rims for roundness, dents, and cracks. Replace parts that needs replacement.

Controls

This part is also important aspect of your bike maintenance. Look at the levers to ensure it is adjusted, lubricated, and fitted properly. There shouldn’t be any crack, bent or broken part. Look at the cables to ascertain they are not kinked, frayed or folding into sharp angles. Make sure your bile cables are not interfering with your steering. Check hoses for leaks, cracks, cuts, deterioration or chafing. Make sure the throttle is moving freely.

Lights

The light may not be necessary during the day but it is important to check them, as you may not know what may keep you late. If during winter you removed the battery, when fixing back, ensure the terminals are tight and clean. It should be charged and secured. Also, check the vent tube to verify it is not plugged or kinked. Test the brake lights and tail lamp that it is working, as it ought to work.

Oil and other fluids

Check the levels and quality of the engine oil, hypoid gear oil, shaft drive, hydraulic fluid, coolant and fuel. Replace or top-up fluids that need it. Check for leaks of these same fluids.

Chassis

Evaluate the condition of your frame, look for dents, cracks or lifting paints. Ensure the rear shocks and front forks are adjusted properly. Check the tension of the chain or belt. If necessary, lubricate the chain while inspecting the teeth. Replace any missing or broken fasteners and if loosened tighten it.

Stands

For both side and center stands, ensure it is not bend or cracked with the springs in its perfect place. Beside this, also ensure that it has the needed tension to keep the bike in position. Secure your backrest for you and your passenger properly to avoid any accident.

Author’s Bio

John Tim in this post explore some important bike maintenance tips for everyone not to neglect. With these tips, you are good to having a wonderful riding experience in all seasons.