Episode Details

Have you got 16 minutes to make sure your ride doesn't make look like a chump on your first day out? 


T- Tires and Wheels

• Tires- Check age,  tread depth, wear and air pressure, 
• Wheels- See if any spokes are loose or if the rim is bent or cracked.
•  See if it turns freely, but is not loose on the axle. 

C- Control Levers

• Inspect levers. Verify they are not bent or broken and move easily.
• Check cables for fraying and lubricate them.
• Check brake / clutch hoses for cracks, leaks, bulges and chaffed areas
• Make sure the throttle moves freely. Closes easily. Lube if needed.

L- Lights & Battery

• Check that the battery terminals are clean and tight and that the electrolyte level is correct.  Check the voltage. 
• Check the turn signals and brake lights for proper operation. Make sure the lenses are not cracked or broken.
• Headlight- Check for proper operation and alignment

O - Oil / Fluids

•  Check engine oil level plus transmission and primary drive fluid levels.
• Check Brake Fluid 
• Check Coolant
• Check Clutch Fluid

C- Chassis

• Steering Head-Move handlebars back and forth to check for tight spots or binding.
• Hold the front brake and rock the bike front to back to check for any free play in the neck bearings.
• Belt- Check tension and visually inspect for any rocks or other objects stuck in it.
• Chain - Adjustment per manual and lube it. 
• Fasteners- Check for any loose nuts or bolts and tighten if needed

K- Kickstand

• Side stand- Check for ease of operation and spring action.
• Centerstand - Check bolts and make sure it's not rubbing on chain. 

S- Suspension

• Look for leaks at the seals (rear shocks too!) 
• Check for bounce / dampening
• Clean Stanchions and lubricate seals with wd-40 or similar. 

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