Motorcycle Maintenance

Please note that this is a ‘motorcycle maintenance’ course not a ‘motorcycle mechanics‘ course. We suggest that you enrol in an Introductory Motorcycle Mechanics course at  your local college if you are looking to develop your technical or practical skills beyond that of basic roadside repair.

We are not insured to work on student’s bikes. The emphasis is on giving you the knowledge and skill, via ’show and tell’ methods.

Our one day BOLTS course is designed to give you enough basic mechanical knowledge to keep your bike performing safely and efficiently and familiarise you with the inner workings of the engine, gearbox and clutch.

This course will boost your confidence in several ways:

• As a rider – knowing that you can cope with minor adjustments and repairs when no help is around.
• Using garages – fewer trips to the garage, lower servicing costs and understanding what the problem is if your bike does need to go in for repair.
• Using basic hand tools – these simple skills have become obsolete for many.

It will also give you greater independence and the skill to keep your bike operating at optimum performance in between services.

Brakes

We will teach the basics of understanding the difference between drum & disc brakes and how the braking systems operate. You will learn how to inspect every aspect and be able to identify faults such as worn brake pads (and how to replace them), damaged brake discs, incorrect brake fluid levels and much more.

Oil

Do you know or understand the difference between a 2 stroke and a 4 stroke engine?  By the end of this course you will have an understanding of the different types of oil needed for your engine, be it mineral oil, part synthetic or fully synthetic, and how to check the levels are correct. We will also show you how to do an oil and filter change.

Lights

A simple yet often overlooked job is checking that the lights and the electrics are working properly. We will guide you through checking the battery, the lights and reflectors to make sure they are clean and working, and how to replace faulty items if necessary.

Tyres

All too often we notice other people riding around on bikes with soft tyres! By the end of this course you will understand the importance of, and how to check and adjust your tyre pressures, as well as inspect them for defects such as splits, bulges, if they are worn out and how make a temporary repair to a puncture.

Transmission

What is the transmission we hear you ask? By the end of this course you will understand the difference between automatic and manual, how to inspect and adjust your clutch cable and more importantly, how to lubricate and adjust the drive chain.

Steering

Checking your steering is critically important, you will learn how to check the head race bearings for smooth operation and how to check for any play or signs of damage.

Suspension

The suspension is a critical part of your motorbike, neglect it at your own risk! We will teach you the fundamentals skills required to inspect both the front and rear suspension and learn how to identify faults as well as replace springs, oil and dust seals.

Course Fee: £85.00