Six things you should do in Nepal to keep your bike in good condition.
"Maintaining your bike on a regular basis allows it to perform at its best and allows you to enjoy safe, problem-free riding"
Over time, many people become a little lazy when it comes to motorcycle maintenance. Periodic maintenance, on the other hand, is critical to keeping your bike in good running condition. You must keep your bike maintained in order to extend its life and reduce the amount of trouble it causes you.
Maintaining your bike on a regular basis allows it to perform at its best and allows you to enjoy safe, problem-free riding.
Today, we'll go over some fundamentals for keeping your bike in good condition, particularly in the context of Nepal.
6. Drive chain upkeep
The drive chain is responsible for transferring power from your engine to your rear wheels. If your bike chain is not lubricated on a regular basis, it may be damaged by excessive heat and will eventually wear out. The cumulative wear on all of the individual links causes the chain to become loose and more likely to fall off the sprockets. This can be extremely dangerous.
Lubricating your chain every 200-300 km, or even more frequently, is a good practice. This allows the oil to reach every link in the chain. Checking the chain tension and adjusting it to the proper tension will not only extend the life of the chain but also the life of the bike.
5. Checking the engine oil
Engine oil is essential for the bike's smooth operation and maintenance. Engine oil should be checked and maintained at the correct level on a regular basis.
It is necessary to check for any possible oil leaks. The oil will thicken due to the presence of carbon deposits, causing a drag in the movement of engine internals. Running the bike on dirty oil not only increases fuel consumption but also drastically reduces engine life.
4. Regularly clean air filters
The air filter plays an important role in protecting the engine's more delicate internal parts from airborne dust and other particles that could damage them. A dirty filter can cause the engine to work harder, and cleaning it will increase the power of the bike. Cleaning the air filters on a regular basis will also increase the mileage of the bike. If you live in a heavily polluted area, such as Kathmandu, you should clean your air filters more frequently. For the bike to perform optimally, it should be replaced after 1,500 km.
3. Adjustment of the clutch
Adjusting the clutch on a motorcycle is very important and not difficult to do. For the best vehicle operation, the clutch should have the appropriate amount of free play. If the clutch is too tight, it may slip without your knowledge. The tight clutch will also increase fuel consumption and most likely cause palm pain. If the clutch is too loose, it will be difficult to change gears and will most likely wear out the clutch plate sooner than it should.
2. Adjusting brakes
Maintaining the effectiveness of your brake pad is probably one of the most important things you can do as a bike owner. Brakes that are too tight or too loose can be extremely dangerous, and can even result in fatal accidents. As a result, inspecting the brakes before a ride would ensure that they are in good working order.
Brake fluid should be replaced every one to two years, depending on the instructions in your manual, to keep your brakes performing at their best. The thickness of the brake pads should also be tested, and they should be replaced until they are worn down to the metal.
1. Tyres and wheels
Tyre cleaning is an essential part of riding a motorcycle. Although age is significant, it is not the only or even the most important factor to consider when deciding a tyre's roadworthiness.
Under-inflated tyres decrease your bike's stability and make handling and stopping more difficult than they should be, whereas over-inflated tyres reduce the amount of friction between your bike and the road and deprive you of potentially critical grips. It's also crucial to check the air pressure and any signs of wear and tear. Maintaining proper air pressure is essential for road handling and preventing blowouts. They will last longer if you apply the proper pressure.
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