How to Maintain Your Motorbike in Good Condition |
Posted: December 8, 2017 |
A new motorbike brings along various responsibilities like regular service, maintenance, disciplined many more. While keeping all the necessary things in mind, what are you doing to keep your mind in good condition? Do you know how to handle the new bike that you bought recently? The proper maintenance of your motorbike can be done by following motorcycle workshop manuals that gives all the information regarding the proper care of your bike. So, to keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition give special attention to the following details. LubricationYour new vehicle needs to be lubricated depending on the bike model, wheel bearing and other part details. Check if you have any rough spots, lose turns, loose controls and cables. Inspect wheel bearings at least once a year. Keep a check yearly or half yearly to keep water out and check your fork oil and change it when required. Check Engine OilYour maintenance of bike should include regular check engine oil and always maintain a correct level. Check for any possible oil leakages. You can all details of monthly engine checkup in motor magazines of your area. As with carbon deposits, oils get thick and creates a drag in the movement of engine. Change the engine oil at intervals of every 6 months. Basically, the engine oil acts a lubricant and reduces engine noise and is a seal for pistons. For the proper functioning of engine, the oil should be of good consistency. Choose the best engine oil in your motorcycle is important as the frequency at which it is changed. Clean Air filterWhen you drive your bike to different locations due to dust particle it could clog up the filter in very less time. So with time it becomes important to keep the air filter clean. Always change the air filter at recommended as you can ready in motorcycle workshop manuals. Also increase the cleaning frequency to keep the air filter clean. Clutch AdjustmentClutch is that part of your motorbike that will be used frequently to change the gears in regular intervals. With time, you will have to adjust the clutch correctly to have the right amount of free play. Adjust the loosening and tightening of clutch with the right pressure to save you from slipping and it will also lead to increase fuel consumption if not adjusted well. So, make sure you have the right clutch adjustments. Motorcycle FluidsKeeping your motorcycle fluids by the instructions given in your motor magazine is very important, especially when your motorcycle is still under warranty. Use the oil that is best for your motorcycle to keep it going good and driving smoothly. Manufacturer's replacement fluids can be bought from your local dealership in your city. Motorcycle Spark PlugsFor the overall performance of your motorcycle keep a check in the spark plugs. Before you remove the spark plugs use a can of compressed air to blow in the hole of the plug to remove any dirt from the hole. This makes sure that nothing falls into the engine when the plug is removed. CoolantMotorcycles use ethylene-glycol coolant which, become acidic after several year due to dust. This may also corrode the engine and cooling system. This causes rust and corrosion and erodes metal leading to overheating, and water pump failure. Drain, flush and replace coolant yearly as per your bike. TiresTires are essential part of bike for safety and for better functioning of motorbike. Check the pressure of your tires before every rise and inflate them to the recommended pressure in your motor magazine. Replace tires as they deteriorate over time and before reaching the wear-bar indicators. Also, replace them when the treads have flattened from too many miles. Buying a new vehicle always give pleasure and comfort as our transportation issues are resolved but it comes with responsibilities and proper care. Follow the maintenance guidelines in the owner's manual or obtain a factory service manual. Proper maintenance of a motorcycle engine is the key to motorcycle life. This will keep it running smoothly for yourself and maintain its value.
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