When riding your bike every day, it’s essential to have a pre-riding inspection routine you can follow to avoid trouble on the road. In this post by OilWerx in Mandan, we’ll go over a few points to check before your next ride. 

Fluids

The first step in your pre-ride inspection routine should be to check your motorcycle’s fluids. Ensure your bike doesn’t have any leaks that could. Check that you have enough oil and that it’s not dirty with debris or dust. Then check your brake fluid and make sure you have enough and similar to the oil, check it for bugs and other debris you could pick up on the road. Lastly, if your motorcycle has a radiator, make sure it has enough radiator fluid to keep your bike cool.

Chain or Belt Drive

Next up is checking your chain or belt drive. Make sure that it’s lubricated enough, has the correct tension, and engages its teeth. A loose belt is a problem when riding, so make sure you pay attention to this in your pre-ride check. Belts need to be changed approximately every two years or 10,000 miles, while chain belts last up to 20,000 miles; check your owner’s manual for a more accurate timeline.

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Tires and Brakes

After checking your belt or chain, make sure that your tires are at the correct pressure. Some riders choose to kick or press the side of the tire, but the best option is to use a digital gauge for an accurate reading. You can find the tire pressure indicated by the manufacturer on the motorcycle’s frame or in your owner’s manual. It’s also essential to check your tires to ensure no cracks, bulges, or foreign objects are embedded in the tires, and the treads aren’t too worn. Now that you’ve made sure that the tires are at the proper air pressure and that the treads are in good condition make sure that the brakes are also in top shape. Brake pads shouldn’t be making any screeching noises, and the brake pads shouldn’t be worn. Check your brake pads every 2500 miles and change them every 20,000.

Battery and Instrument Panel

Up next, you should make sure that your battery and your instrument panel are working correctly. Do so by turning on your motorcycle and listening for issues with the battery. Make sure all your instruments light up correctly and that there aren’t any warning lights turning on. As a safety tip, make sure your motorcycle is in neutral before turning it on.

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Lights

While you’re checking your battery and instrument panel, make sure that your lights are also working correctly. Turn on your safety lights and headlights and make sure they all work correctly. The lights on your motorcycle are one of its most important safety features; that’s why keeping them in good condition is essential to your safety and the safety of others on the road.

No Exposed Wiring

Check also for exposed wiring on your bike. Exposed wiring could cause your motorcycle to malfunction, it could cause fried components, or in the worst-case scenario, it could cause a total bike meltdown. Avoid it by keeping an eye on any exposed wire in your pre-ride inspection routine.

Appropriate Tags

The last thing you should check is to make sure you have the appropriate tags for your motorcycle and that everything is up to date to avoid any trouble when out on the road. To legally ride a bike or scooter in North Dakota, you’ll need to register it with the Department of Transportation, pay all fees, have it inspected, and have insurance for it. If everything is up to date, you’re good to go!

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