Although the old adage ‘ any time it ain't broke, won't fix it' holds, is it doesn't thorough checking that 'it isn't broke' that counts. Many modern bikes have al all long service intervals, and are vastly far more reliable than machines with the past. But don't let this allow you to complacent, regular checks crucial to the well being of your bike and yourself.
Doing the straightforward work yourself not only keeps your bike jogging well and safely, it saves you money - particularly if you choose pattern service parts choice to their hard to obtain and expensive 'Genuine' counterparts. Often stated in same factory as the originals, pattern service parts are generally as nice as or better than authentic equipment. While these recommendations can be applied to most motorcycles, make sure manufacturer's recommendations for correct service intervals in your machine. Daily checks
Weekly or 200 distance (whichever is sooner)All the very best, plus:
Monthly or 1, 000 miles (whichever is sooner)All the very best, plus:
Every 3 calendar months or 2, 500 miles (whichever is sooner)All the very best, plus:
Every 6 calendar months or 5, 000 milesAll the very best, plus:
Every 12 weeks or 10, 000 milesAll the very best, plus:
Laying up a bike throughout the winter:
A quick guide for some common service parts:
Engine maintenance could be very bike specific so oil pumps, valve clearances, ignition timings accessories. are not mentioned listed here; refer to manufacturers' guides, and if in doubt don't trust the geezer along the pub who utilized to have moped in your 70s, seek expert recommendation.
Colin Coles is Complex Manager at World's Conclude Motorcycles. Their online store (shop. wemoto. com) qualities the UK's largest commodity of pattern motorcycle spares.
