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Dec 25, 2024 - 02:05 AM
A full service is basically giving your bike the works - think of it as a complete health check, from top to bottom. Let me walk you through what typically happens when your bike goes in for full service:
First up, they'll change your oil and filter - that's fundamental stuff, keeps your engine happy. Then they'll give your brakes a thorough once-over - checking the pads, discs, and making sure your brake fluid's where it should be.
Your chain and sprockets get attention too - cleaning, lubricating, adjusting, the whole nine yards. Tires are a big deal - they'll check the tread, look for any damage, and get the pressure right.
All your fluids get topped up - coolant, brake fluid, clutch fluid, whatever your bike needs. They'll test all your lights and electrics, make sure everything's firing properly. The suspension gets checked for any leaks or wear, and they'll make sure your steering's tracking straight.
Your air filter either gets cleaned or swapped out - helps your engine breathe better. Spark plugs get looked at too, replaced if they're looking tired. Plus there's a general safety check - making sure all your bolts and fasteners are tight, nothing's working loose.
Now, if you're handy with tools, you can tackle a lot of this yourself. Get yourself a good repair manual - it'll show you exactly what to do, what torque settings to use, the whole deal. Sure, it takes time, but you'll save some serious cash, plus there's nothing better than knowing your bike inside and out.
