A bike, like all mechanicalthings, needs proper maintenance. It is important to get your bike checked up
thoroughly if you don't want any unexpected breakdowns when you are in the
middle of a trip. When you are thinking of going on a trip, it is advisable to
get your bike checked by your regular mechanic.
Even if you have got your bike
serviced just few days ago, you should still get it checked before you go on a
long journey. You should get important things checked in order to avoid
breakdowns or any other problem along the way. When you are on a journey, the
bike might breakdown suddenly in some place where there is no service station
nearby. Therefore it is important to get your bike checked thoroughly before
you leave. It is also recommended to keep a few important tools with you at all
times. Keep a small toolbox handy with you when riding on highways.
First and foremost would be to
get the battery and tires checked. Faulty batteries can lead to a lot of
problems. Imagine you are in the middle of a long journey and you stop at a
highway cafe to have lunch; when you come back and try turn on your
motorcycle's ignition nothing happens. What a dilemma you would be in! Such a
problem can be caused by a dead or weak battery. It can easily be avoided by
getting your battery checked or charged up fully before you leave for your
destination.
Flat tires can also cause lot of
difficulties. Keep the tires well inflated. Keep checking them regularly
throughout the journey. If the tires are old and worn out, they may easily get
punctured along the way. So make sure the tires are in good condition before
you begin your journey.
Another important thing to check
before embarking on long trips is the engine oil. You should check the oil
levels and also test for any oil leakages. Remember to change oil after every
2000 or so kilometers. If the motorcycle runs out of oil, the motor will run
roughly. You will be able to hear loud clicking noise coming from the engine if
you are going slow enough.
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