Unzy Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 Hi people Can u please give me some tips on motorbike maintenance thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator Airhead Posted December 24, 2011 Moderator Share Posted December 24, 2011 Greetings unzy, first read the other topic from 'columbo' and an intro is always good (New members forum) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Columbo Posted December 25, 2011 Share Posted December 25, 2011 I've had my YBR for around 2 months now and here's what I've worked out... Keep it clean to keep the rust away Check oil every few days - top it up with the correct oil (10w40 i think) if you need to. Get it checked if you're constantly topping up because that may indicate a leak. Check tyre pressure before you go for a ride (it takes two seconds) - Give em a quick squeeze. If they feel a little squishy - give em a proper check and top em up to recommended pressures. (25psi front - 29psi back (up to 90kgs)(41psi on the rear if over 90kgs) Its a Japanese bike so its well built (almost bulletproof - ALMOST) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unzy Posted January 1, 2012 Author Share Posted January 1, 2012 Thanks guys am new to bikes so any hrlp is goood What do u guys use to oil the chains !! Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Columbo Posted January 1, 2012 Share Posted January 1, 2012 I use Wurth cleaner and lube. http://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/22977 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unzy Posted January 5, 2012 Author Share Posted January 5, 2012 Thanks mate ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morpheuz Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 Oil lube depends on the chain, some have rubber o rings or something wierd... I use whatever I have, they reccomend this sticky stuff for actual chains but I hate it, all it does is stop fling, but its stickyness grabs a tonne of dirt, its not the best lube either. If you can heat a grease to a liquid then apply that after a long ride so the chain is warm, that lasts. They say the wetter the better as it gets under the rollers and everything, only problem is it has to be done regulary and it flings. I use ordinary thick oil, after a long ride, then I give it a wipe and a quick blast to get rid of fling, then clean whatever has flung off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unzy Posted January 7, 2012 Author Share Posted January 7, 2012 Thanks Morpheus what oil is it you use ? I asume you use engine oil ? Pls reply thanks mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dtlc3 Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 It's also advisable to check all your lights and horn before u ride the bike I used to check mine every few days or so,last thing u want is to end up with points etch,it takes about 2 mins,don't forget to check your brake fluid level,and NEVER polish your seat just wash it down with a damp cloth. Don't use wax or back to black on it etch. It makes the seat slippery, and you will slide about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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