Spring repair of your motorcycle

Good weather returns after winter. For you bikers, this means it's time to get your two-wheeler out of winter and reuse it. But for this you need to conduct a series of interviews and prepare so as not to rush it.

Contrary to what one might think, restarting a motorcycle after wintering takes a lot of effort, and even more if wintering was not done according to the rules of the art. In addition, this guide has been compiled to help you succeed. He summarizes the point spring motorcycle repair.

First step: checking and charging the battery

When the bike did winter, its battery had to be removed to avoid damaging it. This means that during the winter, it had to be partially or completely discharged due to its immobility and a drop in temperature. Therefore, it must be charged with a suitable charger before putting it back in place. You should also remember to check that it is working correctly.

If this is not the case, it must be repaired or, if necessary, replaced, otherwise the motorcycle may stop during use or even do not start at all... It is also necessary to be very careful when connecting the battery, especially respecting the polarity of the cables, as this can have bad consequences for the fuses, the block and the generator.

Second step: basic security

A good rider should know all the basic maintenance procedures necessary to maintain the motorcycle's durability and functionality.

Checking the engine oil level

The oil must be high enough to ensure good engine cooling... This is done either by visual inspection or with a bar gauge, depending on the type of motorcycle in question. If there is not enough oil, top up with a suitable oil. If whitish spots appear in the oil, this is due to the fact that it has turned into an emulsion and its lubricity has deteriorated, therefore it is necessary to drain the engine and replace the oil filter.

Lubrication of cables, hinges of levers and pedals, chains

All of these elements must be well lubricated to prevent them from jamming and allow good electric transmission between the various engine components. On the other hand, if they are damaged, they must be replaced.

Checking the level of transmission oil, coolant and brake fluid

You must control their level so that they can fulfill their role. It is also necessary to check for leaks and act accordingly. As for the coolant, it should freeze in winter and cause damage, it is necessary to prepare for this. In terms of brake fluid, a drop in fluid level implies wear on the brake pads. Therefore, if there are none left, the pads should also be replaced.

Checking tires

Tires are one of the most important driver safety features and must be checked carefully. Their pressure should be appropriate for the use of the device (carried by one or two people). It is also necessary to check their condition, there should be no cracks on the protectors, rims, etc.

Checking the lights

A motorcycle must not be ridden without direction indicators, lanterns and headlights. In case of doubt or serious problem, do not hesitate consult a professional... It is better to ask for help than to do anything and risk damaging your car more than it is.

Step three: running in the motorcycle

Usually, if the car is not used for a while, a little break-in is necessary. Indeed, since the device was stationary for a long time, its engine and its components could be damaged by oxidation problems... In addition, you need to drive it for about twenty kilometers so that it gets used to riding again.

Fourth and final step: insurance

After completing all the above steps, you need to make sure that motorcycle insurance is up-to-date so that there are no problems with the law. Recall that driving without insurance is punishable not only by a fine in the amount of the offense, but also by imprisonment for a period of 1 year with 6 months of safety. So it's best to be vigilant.