PRE-RIDE CHECKLIST

VISUAL & MECHANICAL INSPECTIONS • GEAR ASSESSMENT • MENTAL PREPERATION

Before hitting the open road, ensuring both 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 wheels aren't touching the ground, the rider is so 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 is critical. It includes inspecting the frame for cracks or damage, checking the tightness of bolts and fasteners, examining suspension components, and ensuring that the motorcycles's overall hardware is in good condition to prevent any mechanical issues during the ride.

ELECTRONICS & MODES

ARE ALL THE LIGHTS AND MODES WORKING?

For the electrical system of a motorcycle, focus on the functionality of lights such as headlights, taillights, turn signals, brake lights, and dashboard indicators. Ensuring that all lights are working properly is crucial for visibility and safety on the road.

LIQUIDS & LUBRICANTS

ARE THESE FLUIDS, HOSES, AND HOUSINGS STILL GOOD?

Inspect essential fluids 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 the overall performance of the motorcycle. It 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.

RIDING GEAR & CARGO

IS MY CURRENT RIDING GEAR IN GOOD CONDITION AND ARE ALL OF MY PERSONAL 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.