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- Apr 9, 2018
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It looks like we are set to have some riding weather in the UK this week, so I just wanted to remind you all to give your bike a good check over before you get all dizzy and take them out for the first time in a while!
I don't mean to come across as patronising, and I am sure many of you are way ahead of me, but hopefully these simple things can save a little heartache if you pull the bike out on Saturday morning to find a flat battery.
If any one has any concerns then you know where to find me...
- Tyre pressures - 34psi front, 38psi rear
- Check tyre condition
- Brakes - operation, effectiveness
- Throttle cables - free and smooth motion (make sure your bar end mirrors/weights aren't fouling the twistgrip!)
- Battery - charged and conditioned
- Oil level - run the bike on a flat surface for 2 minutes, allow to stand for 1 minute, check dipstick, the level should be right in the middle of the knurled section. If you need to add, spec is Silkolene semi synthetic 10w-40
- Catch bottle - empty this, and you need to make sure you check this every 5-800 miles throughout the riding season
- Lights, indicators and brake lights - check they are all functioning correctly
I don't mean to come across as patronising, and I am sure many of you are way ahead of me, but hopefully these simple things can save a little heartache if you pull the bike out on Saturday morning to find a flat battery.
If any one has any concerns then you know where to find me...