by Goldie
30. January 2011 07:42
Today we are going to explain the basic motorcycle parts safety check motorcyclists should do before riding their motorcycle. There are numerous motorcycle parts that should be checked but this basic safety check includes only few:
- First motorcycle part that should be checked is the tires from your motorcycle. More precisely the amount of air in your tires should be examined. The best way is to follow the service manual from your motorcycle model. For example the touring motorcycle model tires air states anywhere from 36 to 42 pounds. Mature motorcyclists would tell to keep 40 pounds in mind.
- Another thing that is good to check and to make sure, is that all lights are working properly. First you are going to turn on your ignition, check your left and right turn signals, front and rear, headlight and bright light and horn. After you have checked your headlight, you want to check your taillight and brake light. Make sure that your tail light is working. Depress your front brake and watch your brake light come on. Come around to the rear brake pedal, and you can press your rear brake pedal and watch your brake light come on.
- After the checking of your lightning you need to check your rear tire as well as your front tire. Check under your bike and make sure there are no leaks of any kind of oil or any other lubricants.
- Sit on our bike and adjust your mirrors. Make sure your mirrors are in proper position.
By checking this few motorcycle parts you are pretty much ready to pass your basic on the road safety check.
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