Maintain Your Bike

To keep your wheels on the road, you need to keep your bike and kit in check, which is why we recommend you check both daily and weekly. Here’s what to look out for…

Daily bike checks

  • Tyres - pressure and condition. Check for nails, possible punctures etc
  • Lights – check they all work, including your brake light. Clean them too
  • Horn – test it
  • Indicators – check they all work

Weekly bike checks

  • Tyres – check wear
  • Oil – check level
  • Chain (if fitted) – check tension and adjust if necessary
  • Centre stand or side stand – is it working? Is there any corrosion?
  • Clean bike – especially underneath – prevents degeneration and rust

Take care of your kit – it may save your life

Weekly kit check

  • Crash helmet – check for defects. If you drop it, replace it.
  • Helmet straps – check for wear – your helmet should be tight, so adjust if necessary
  • Gloves – check for damage
  • Boots – check for damage