What to look for in a used motorcycle?
Check the markings at the chain adjusters on the swingarm. Does the bike have all its operating parts such as brake and clutch levers, throttle grip, two intact mirrors, lights, four indicators, two switch blocks, horn, kill switch, etc. Are the tyres flat, squared off, have cuts or holes and legal tread? Are the wheels complete?
What do you need to know about motorcycle engine oil?
1 Mineral Oils (MO) Mineral oils are essentially a product or by-product of petroleum processing. 2 Semi-Synthetic Oils (SS) As the name goes, the semi-synthetic oil is a mixture between mineral oils and synthetic oils. 3 Fully Synthetic Oil (FS)
What should I do if my motorcycle engine is knocking?
Such fixes will include checking the spark plug gap on each spark plug to make sure the gap is at the correct distance. A lot of people don’t understand that when you buy new spark plugs, you need to set the gap at a certain distance; they don’t come stock at the distance your motorcycle needs.
Why is my motorcycle engine making strange noises?
Troubleshooting motorcycle mechanical issues is usually pretty simple because of the low complexity level motorcycles have compared to other vehicles. A lot of these fixes are doable by the owners themselves. But what about strange sounds coming from the engine?
What do they look for in a motorcycle inspection?
When you bring your motorcycle in for inspection they will check the following: 1 Horn 2 Mirror 3 Steering 4 Brakes (system) 5 Tires 6 Wheel Assembly 7 Exhaust System 8 Tail Lampe 9 Stop Lamp 10 License Plate Lamp
What do you need to know about motorcycles in Texas?
Texas Motorcycle Inspections. All vehicles in the state of Texas are required to pass an annual inspection. This inspection ensures your motorcycle is up to the most current safety standards in the state. There are also seventeen counties in Texas that require an emissions test in addition to the inspection.
What do you need to know about a motorcycle?
1 Horn 2 Mirror 3 Steering 4 Brakes (system) 5 Tires 6 Wheel Assembly 7 Exhaust System 8 Tail Lampe 9 Stop Lamp 10 License Plate Lamp 11 Rear Red Reflector 12 Head Lamp 13 Motor, Serial, or Vehicle Identification Number.
Is your vehicle required to be emissions tested?
Emissions Testing Procedures. Is your vehicle required to be emissions tested? All Texas registered vehicles are required to receive an annual inspection. All inspections include a comprehensive safety inspection; however, some vehicles are required to have an emissions test in addition to the safety inspection.