PRE-RIDE CHECKLIST

VISUAL & MECHANICAL INSPECTIONS • GEAR ASSESSMENT • MENTAL PREPARATION

Before hitting the open road, ensuring your motorcycle and you are fully prepared is essential for a great ride. Always perform a thorough pre-ride inspection that covers everything from checking your tires, controls, and fluids to assessing your riding gear and mental readiness. Neglecting this can lead to mechanical failures or rider errors, which may result in serious injury or even death. Taking the time to prepare properly is crucial for your continued safety.

RUBBER & RIMS

CAN I TRUST THESE WHEELS?

If the wheels aren't touching the ground, the rider is. Always inspect the condition of the motorcycle's tires and rims. It involves checking for signs of wear and tear, tire pressure, tread depth, any punctures or damage, and the overall condition of the rims to ensure a safe and reliable ride.

FRAME & HARDWARE

IS EVERYTHING SECURE?

The structural integrity and maintenance of the motorcycle are critical. This includes inspecting the frame for cracks or damage, checking the tightness of bolts and fasteners, examining suspension components, and ensuring that the motorcycle's overall hardware is in good condition to prevent any mechanical issues during the ride.

ELECTRONICS & MODES

ARE ALL THE LIGHTS AND MODES WORKING?

Inspect your motorcycle's headlights, taillights, turn signals, brake lights, dashboard indicators, and digital display to maintain visibility and safety. At low speeds, test electronic safety aids like ABS, Traction Control, and Ride Modes to ensure proper functionality. Regular checks help optimize safety and performance.

LIQUIDS & LUBRICANTS

ARE THESE FLUIDS, HOSES, AND HOUSINGS STILL GOOD?

Fluids are meant to be inside the motorcycle, not in a puddle underneath it. Inspect essentials like engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and hydraulic fluids, as well as the condition of hoses and seals. It involves checking for leaks, fluid levels, fluid quality, and the overall integrity of hoses and connections to prevent potential breakdowns due to fluid issues.

MOTION

IS THIS MOTORCYCLE STARTING UP CORRECTLY AND HANDLING AS ANTICIPATED?

This addresses overall performance and includes checking the starting system, engine sound, throttle response, braking performance, clutch operation, gearbox functionality, suspension responsiveness, and general handling characteristics to ensure a smooth and safe ride.

GEAR & CARGO

IS MY CURRENT RIDING GEAR IN GOOD CONDITION AND ARE MY ITEMS SECURE?

Delve into rider preparedness and confidence for the upcoming ride. It encompasses factors such as mental readiness, physical condition, knowledge of the route, familiarity with the motorcycle, weather conditions, and safety gear. The best riders we know aren't the fastest, or most skilled, but they always make it to their destination upright and unharmed.

RIDER

AM I READY FOR THIS RIDE? 

Address factors such as mental readiness, physical condition, knowledge of the route, familiarity with the motorcycle, weather conditions, and safety gear. The best riders we know aren't the fastest, or most skilled, but they always make it to their destination upright and unharmed.