1. Brakes – Especially if your motorcycle has been sitting still for a while, it’s very important to take a close look at the braking system. Start by checking the brake pads: if they show signs of excessive wear, replace them. Inspect the brake lines for cracks or leaks, then check the level and condition of the brake fluid. If you’ve carried out maintenance on the brake system yourself, always test that the brakes work properly before heading onto the road. If you hear squealing, scraping or grinding noises, have a mechanic take a look
2. Tyres – Inspect the tyres for damage such as dryness, cracks or excessive hardening due to oxidation. Incidentally, the most common reason for replacing a tyre is wear. If your tyre has wear indicators, it’s easy to see when it’s time for replacement. When the wear bar (placed in a groove) is level with the tyre’s surface, it should be replaced. If you’re not sure, check the remaining tread depth in the area of the tyre with the most wear.

3. Battery – If your motorcycle’s battery hasn’t been on a trickle charger after a long period of standing still, test the battery before heading onto the road. Does it still have enough voltage to start, are the connections clean and are the cables properly attached? Does everything seem to be working fine? If possible, fully charge the battery using a battery charger. If the battery won’t fully charge anymore, replace it.

4. Motor oil – Especially if your two-wheeler has been sitting still during winter, it’s wise to change your motor oil. Due to the influence of moisture and oxygen, oil undergoes a certain amount of ageing, resulting in reduced lubricating properties. Motor oil is uniquely formulated to protect engine components and gears. Synmar motor oil includes fully synthetic and mineral high-quality motor oils specially composed to meet the demanding needs of your motorcycle. They are fully tested, both in the laboratory and in practice, to help deliver optimal horsepower and acceleration. Check out here our full range.

5. Fluids and filters – Check and top up all your motorcycle’s fluids, including brake fluid, coolant, transmission oil, hydraulic clutch fluid and fork oil. Watch for any changes in consistency and colour of the fluids and consult the owner’s manual for the recommended maintenance schedule. Don’t just look at the fluids but also at the filters in your two-wheeler — every motorcycle has three types of filters. They clean the incoming air and fuel, and the oil filter also keeps the motor oil clean. Thanks to the filters, the engine can function properly and premature, unnecessary wear is prevented. When changing a fluid, always replace the corresponding filter too, and vice versa, to prevent immediate contamination.

6. Spark plugs – Prevent problems on the road by checking your two-wheeler’s spark plug(s). If they’re dirty or show signs of damage, replace them before you end up stranded at the roadside. Incidentally, the replacement interval for spark plugs on two-wheelers is much shorter than that of four-wheelers. This is partly due to the higher number of revs and difference in compression.

7. Belts and chains – Take the time to inspect your drive chain or drive belt for cracks or signs of wear that could cause a failure. Also check the tension to make sure it matches the manufacturer’s specifications. Fix any problems now before it ruins your day of riding.

8. Controls – Test all your controls to make sure your motorcycle is ready for the road. Check the steering, clutch, throttle and other important controls. This is the time to address any issues.

After going through these steps, you’re ready to safely hit the road. We wish you many beautiful and safe kilometres!