THE MOST EMBARRASSING INTERVIEW I HAVE EVER DONE ruclips.net/video/svziyCOTbog/видео.html This video is part of my "Learning Motorcycle Maintenance" series! bit.ly/2rTKt9o *I always wear full gear while riding, this video was shot when I didn't take my bike out of the parking lot. Please do the same
Check your brake calipers, axle nuts, and sprockets with a torque wrench every couple hundred miles. Especially after they have been changed. I've had sprockets work loose, now i use locktite for extra insurance.
thank you for this video, as a female newbie rider in a country where the local language is not my native one, it's hard to find other riders to teach me such basics or who don't talk down to you. This was a simple and clear video without too much technical talk, thanks a lot!
Check the axle nut, sprockets, brake calipers and brake disc with a wrench. Especially if they have been changed recently. I've had rear sprocket bolts get loose. Use locktite and torque to spec per manual.
I love that you emphasize using the user manual. Many squids would never stoop to that and it is so important to know YOUR bike. I too am on a journey learning my XSR900 triple.
Another EXCELLENT video Doodle. Pilots do a "Walk Around" before flight for obvious reasons. Motor cycles need the same scrutiny. One malfunction on a car could be an "Inconvenience", One malfunction on a motorcycle could mean a lot of Bad things. Brakes, Fluids, and LIGHTS are really important for safety. Great video again Lady!
Sometimes I go in my shop, pull up a stool and just sit there looking at my bike. Am I the only one that does that ? I just love my ZRX even after 18 years.
My first new bike was a '78 Yamaha XS750E. Oftentimes I would stop to take a break while on a long ride, sit down beside the bike and look at it just to admire all the details. That was a fine motorcycle..
it's not only enough for a reply from you sweet♡ can also be in a lovely surprise that is not only a great time also be in a relationship with my lady who has a passion for more than a ride on a motorbike let me know if anything comes to mind?
Another great video, and good advice to all riders. You mentioned not to use the kill switch. On older bike's, where the switches switched high current, it was better to use the more rugged key switch, and save wear and tear on the kill switch. Today, everything is computer controlled, and low current. Safety instructors, today, say to always use the kill switch, because in an emergency, you will go to what you know. Others say to kill engine with kick stand for the same reason, do you never forget to put your stand down. In the end, all 3 will work, and should not harm your bike. On my BMW, I typically use the kill, bit somemetimes the stand. The engine is always off before the key (or button, with smart key systems). But again, it's just fine to use your kill switch. It will not harm the bike.
Hi Doodle, that was a very composite maintenance video, clearly filmed at every stage and anyone who doubts their abilities to carry this out will be greatly encouraged by this video.
DOT4 brake fluid is hygroscopic and absorbs moisture from air. The water in the brake fluid lowers the boiling point of the brake fluid and can lead to failure of the brake at very high stress. Therefore, the brake fluid should be changed completely every few years. There are cheap gauges (in Europe about 20 €), with which you can measure the water content of the brake fluid.
While I get my CrossTourer serviced by Honda professionals, after watching your video, I realised I need to spend more time inspecting / checking myself. Checked the coolant, oil, front & rear brake fluid, TWI markers and brake wear markers today. Actually learnt more about my bike in the process too. Thanks for the content - valuable stuff! 👍
Following the service/owner manual is the right way, good job! As you learn and do repairs/maintenance you will tweek and fine tune the guidelines in the manual. My very first check every time I approach my bike is look at the ground where the bike is parked. Even a short ride can reveal much on the ground.
I appreciate you for these videos. I've honestly been riding probably about as long as you've been alive yet I still learn things from you. I guess it's because you truly want to learn everything and when I was your age I thought I already knew it all, ha. Sometimes I think I'm lucky I survived my own self.
I know that this is hardly ever done, guilty as charged myself, but I agree with you that this one of THE most important things to do before starting any ride. Headed to Houston to pick up the bike and bring back to San Antonio (it will be trailer time since it is 500 miles round trip and will be raining all day)
Doodle: Long time no see! Your video here is SPOT ON! I'm subscribed to your 4 updates, I've been insanely busy. This video is spot on. I don't ride a BMW myself, but I've got a buddy who swears. You might recall I own a Suzuki Boulevard from your early bike experience and she's my sweetheart (her name's Fiona, by the way). Regardless of your make and model, you are SPOT ON. Read your manual and know your bike. Checking engine level, you need 2 people; 1 to hold the bike level while you check the sight/dipstisk. You nailed it. (Engineer. Former military helicopter pilot. I know oil levels.) What I love most about this video is you covered all the TCLOCS basics but with reference to your specific bike. Safe riding to you and keep up the excellent vids! See you when I can.
I have a Street Triple R, and find I get better steering feedback with 34 psi in the front, and a smoother ride with 38 psi in the rear. You may want to see how that works for you. Also the best way to check throttle free play is turning the forks fully to the left and right. I expect you will find that makes a difference. Ride safe.
One more thing you should do is look at the date on your tires. Anything over 5 years, most shops won't install them. It's not just the tread that matters. There's a date code on the tires that show the week and year. Also, when you buy new tires, make sure they're fresh as they're only good for a few years.
@@DoodleOnAMotorcycle I didn't know helmets had a date on them :D I know that you can replace the insides of the helmet so that it restores the firm fit, but I use a head cover to help keep the helmet clean. I replaced 10 year old tires and it made a huge difference. www.chapmoto.com/blog/2013/01/16/tech-tips-read-motorcycle-tire-date-codes/
You did at least mention checking the lights, but I would add check the brake light a few times WHILE YOU RIDE, because that is when it is most likely to fail, and your ride becomes considerably more dangerous without it. Happy cycling!
Speechless. But you are 100% correct. How many of us would do this before a ride? I would say less than 1%!!! To the point, you are Definitely 100% correct in what you state. Well done young lady.
Thanks for doing this, Doodle! TCLOCS can be tedious but it could save your life. Also, something I keep to heart: DEFINITELY do a full inspection after getting the bike back from the shop!
Thank you for this, I’ve not even done my bike basics in the U.K. yet but already thinking I want to know how to care for my bike and do basic maintenance 😊🇬🇧
Doodle !! just a few things. your antifreeze or coolant level. After you ride the bike and it warms up, look at the level again, coolant expands when bike is warm. I would not add any unless it is under the min. line when cold or you might get to much in it and it will push out the coolant causing a slippery condition for your tires. Next, at 3:17, the hose under the rear brake reservoir looks twisted and kinked. Possible brake fluid has trouble getting past the kink. I'd check that issue out. Last thing is when you turn bars fully left, keep them left and with bike not running, twist throttle all the way and make sure it returns to fully off position. Than do same test when bars are turned fully right. Throttle can stick at times when bars are locked full right or left, due to cable moving as bar is moved. Great job with the checklist that everyone should follow. Stay safe and stay awesome.
I just subscribed to your channel today after viewing another of your videos and was checking out a few more. I noticed that when you checked your tire gauge, you misread it. Each division is two pounds, not one. Instead of 32psi in the front, you actually had almost 35psi. The one for the back that you said was 41psi was actually 42psi. Pencil gauges can be off by a bit too, and it's best to get one that's certified to within a certain percentage of accuracy. Usually, the dial type ones with an air release button are best. Most of that has been taken over by the "Slime" brand, which rarely shows accuracy stats on their products, so it helps to look around for a good one. It helps to keep your tire pressure as close as possible (as measured with tires cold, before the ride, if possible), since that's what the engineering dept. at the manufacturer have found give the best ride and steering response for most conditions, as well as maximizing tire life. Other than that, excellent video!
When checking the oil, take out and wipe the dipstick, insert it back in the hole without screwing it in, take it out, level should be between the upper and lower. If you screw it in the reading is incorrect 😉 I've been there!
No, it depends on the bike; read the User Manual for your bike, first. My Triumph User Manual specifically says to screw the dipstick back in to read the oil level. You do need to have the bike level and upright though, so better if it's not elevated on the rear stand when you check it.
Yup...very informative clip. I'll try to remember all steps and follow them religiously. But wait a sec... I don't have a Triumph! Nevermind that...your dog is purely adorable. Ride safe and watch out for distracted drivers/boyfriends 😉 Cheers
I would recommend buying a Mityvac brake bleeder and changing out the brake fluid with Castrol synthetic DOT 4 fluid. You won't believe the difference!
Just so you don't have anxiety, the kill switch is not only for emergencies. You can use it to turn your bike off as often as you like. Ari Henning did a great video about it on MC Garage, but here are the cliffnotes. 1. The Killswitch, ignition, and kickstand switches are all on the same exact wire. They all do the exact same thing. 2. The original fear and myth came from older carburated bikes, people would turn off the Killswitch and forget. Then, they'd go to start the bike and it wouldn't start and they would keep trying and giving it gas and flood the bike. 3. The current reason for the warning is because you can forget your keys and leave the bike on and kill your battery. So to be clear, the killswitch is completely safe. The only possible issues arise from human error. I've only ever used a Killswitch on several bikes and scooters for years and have never had an issue. Here's the video by Ari explaining everything in detail. ruclips.net/video/D0S4nMx_tbA/видео.html I hope this helps clarify, because some people have extreme anxiety about the killswitch and think it will destroy your bike. It's just a convenient off switch, so go ahead and use it as often as you like. A good reason to use it is one way I use it. I ride at night most of the time, and when I bring my scooter home I need to pull it up to my door. So I hit the Killswitch at the end of the drive, and push it up into place with the headlight running so I can see what I'm doing. There are other good reasons to use it, it's faster and easier, it's convenient for a quick stop to chat or something at a gas station, it's good for doing maintenance on your bike since you can just reach up and tap the switch without standing up and getting to the key. Hope this helps. Ride safe and have fun!
hey Doodle 😚 your rear tire pressure was actually 42 ( perfect ) you read it 41 . each stripe is 2 points on your gauge .. ( 5 stripes for 10 points ) just saying ..
good video, tire pressure should be established by several variables. Temperature, body weight, type of riding >> ruclips.net/video/XaIuWKfnGEI/видео.html
My bike has just had it’s yearly inspection test which is law in the uk needed brake pads on the front and I got them to change spark plugs and ht leads costing £300 so all i need to do is my standard weekly checks
Seems a tad excessive for every ride. I'd say it depends on how far you intend to go for the ride and the time since your last inspection. For lots of short rides under 10 miles do this kind of a check once a week/fortnight. And a quick oil and fuel check every day. Doing a proper full bike check every month of low usage and every time before a major journey.
I really recommend you fix the broken clutch lever. I cut my pinky off because of that. I dropped the bike and my pinky was caught between the broken lever and the road. The ball on the end of the lever is a important safety feature that people overlook.
Those little "hash marks" on your pressure gauge are every Two pounds, so that first reading was really 34, not 32, and the 2nd on on the rear tire was 42, Not 41. Just sayin' Otherwise, great video Doodle.:-)
Too much oil is not good. This can damage the cylinder head gasket and lead to oil foam in the crankshaft housing. It is better to fill the oil only between min and max.
You said tyre pressure was to be 32 front and 42 rear. .... Then when you measured the front tyre it read 34, and said - "Perfect". ... The rear was probably 41.9, but you read it as 41 and said close enough. It looks like you are reading each marker on the tyre pressure guage as 1psi. When each marker is actually represents 2psi. (Lastly why not get a small tub of something like Hammerite, and a tiny brush. To very lightly touch up the scuff on the crash bar. Unless you're hoping to buy some paint of the exact type that is.)
You're a better person than me. By the time you're done the pre-ride check I'm already back from my ride 😅😅😅😅😅😅. Just kidding. I'm curious about a couple things. I'll have to check my owners manual (2015 Sportster 1200) but it didn't say to ONLY use the engine kill switch in an emergency and to primarily use the key. Also, maybe I missed but did your manual say to check the front/rear turn signals, horn and to make sure both brake levers turn on the tail light? Back to the owners manual for me. Glad I keep it on the coffee table when I'm not riding. Keep riding and stay safe, Doodle!
Doodle, at the 1:31 mark I can see some oil or fluid dripping on top of the guard that houses the reservoir, where is that fluid coming from? Great vid, thumbs up.
DOT brake fluid is hygroscopic. That means it wants to absorb moisture. If your (rear) brake fluid reservoir is higher than it used to be, then it has absorbed moisture and needs to be flushed. Do it now, I would hate to lose any future videos from you.
How I check my bike before a ride: bool bikeInGarage = true ; if (bikeInGarage) { "Ride On"} else { "cry for two hours, then call the cops"} LOL nice vid Doodle :D
Should have left it running when you turn the bars from left to right and check clutch and throttle play at full steering on both left and right. Sometimes there is barley enough slack or no slack when the bars are turned for the cable's and can make pulling the clutch or twisting the throttle difficult and some times they can even be active ( example turn the bars full left and rpms are risen just a little bit )
Doodles I’m so pissed they canceled my motorcycle class bcuz of this virus. Damit. Oo well it will happen soon. Just wanted to vent. U don’t know me but it feels like I know u bcuz I watch all ur videos. Ok feel better now late.
This is the first time I heard that it's better to turn off the engine without the kill switch? It makes sense but in my MSF course we always used hte kill switch and the last thing was to turn off the bike. Is this unique to Triumph bikes? In most motovloggers I see them use the kill switch first as well. Also I dont have a stand... guess levels of fluids can't be accurately guaged while on kickstand? Or is it fine as a pre-ride check for a short ride? -- edit nm, when they delivered the bike they emphasized not to use the kill switch :)
I know my MSF course was like that too! I’ve only read two Triumph manuals and both said turn off by ignition - I think it’s just so you don’t have the lights on with the engine off and draining battery. I’d look at your bike’s manual! Sometimes you can find that online as a PDF if you don’t have it. Can’t gauge levels accurately on the kickstand! BUT... you can get a block of wood at a Home Depot in the scrap section, put it under the kickstand (would need to figure out how thick to make it straight up - usually about 2”) and then check levels!
I have to be reminded to do stuff sometimes, after watching one of your videos I checked my clutch play, had to do it. I keep my tire pump plugged in next to the bikes, it is the one thing I check the most, I pretty much leave most of it for wash and wax time. Actually this is another reason to date a biker chick, she can check all this stuff while we finish playing a video game, scratch our stuff, burp, and pass gas before the ride. Or, just sit back and say, "nice legs," do that bike too, yes... {I had to sneak that in}
Hi Doodle. Thank you for inspiring me to learn to ride a motorcycle. My husband has been riding for many years but I was very nervous when learning. But you were so approachable and down to earth and made motorcycling seem like something I could master. My husband just gave me my first lesson: ruclips.net/video/PrmTU6H-Azk/видео.html and I was shocked at my progress right off the bat. I’ll be taking the course in two weeks and will be starting out on the road after that. Thank you again and keep on producing your videos.
THE MOST EMBARRASSING INTERVIEW I HAVE EVER DONE ruclips.net/video/svziyCOTbog/видео.html
This video is part of my "Learning Motorcycle Maintenance" series! bit.ly/2rTKt9o
*I always wear full gear while riding, this video was shot when I didn't take my bike out of the parking lot. Please do the same
Check your brake calipers, axle nuts, and sprockets with a torque wrench every couple hundred miles. Especially after they have been changed. I've had sprockets work loose, now i use locktite for extra insurance.
Are you aware that this video has been taken down? Thought you might like to know. :)
thank you for this video, as a female newbie rider in a country where the local language is not my native one, it's hard to find other riders to teach me such basics or who don't talk down to you. This was a simple and clear video without too much technical talk, thanks a lot!
Check the axle nut, sprockets, brake calipers and brake disc with a wrench. Especially if they have been changed recently. I've had rear sprocket bolts get loose. Use locktite and torque to spec per manual.
I love it when the master link on the chain is a different color than the rest of the chain. Makes it very easy to ID! 😄
I love that you emphasize using the user manual. Many squids would never stoop to that and it is so important to know YOUR bike. I too am on a journey learning my XSR900 triple.
own official shop manual for my bike 15 ninja 1k
Another EXCELLENT video Doodle. Pilots do a "Walk Around" before flight for obvious reasons. Motor cycles need the same scrutiny. One malfunction on a car could be an "Inconvenience", One malfunction on a motorcycle could mean a lot of Bad things. Brakes, Fluids, and LIGHTS are really important for safety. Great video again Lady!
Sometimes I go in my shop, pull up a stool and just sit there looking at my bike. Am I the only one that does that ? I just love my ZRX even after 18 years.
My first new bike was a '78 Yamaha XS750E. Oftentimes I would stop to take a break while on a long ride, sit down beside the bike and look at it just to admire all the details. That was a fine motorcycle..
If you get off your bike and don't turn around to look at it......you're on the wrong bike.
it's not only enough for a reply from you sweet♡ can also be in a lovely surprise that is not only a great time also be in a relationship with my lady who has a passion for more than a ride on a motorbike let me know if anything comes to mind?
ZRX? ZRX? I’ve gotta Black 2002. A Velvet Hammer that!!!
I often stare at my bike for long periods of time.
Kudos for being a responsible rider and inspiring others!
Another great video, and good advice to all riders. You mentioned not to use the kill switch. On older bike's, where the switches switched high current, it was better to use the more rugged key switch, and save wear and tear on the kill switch. Today, everything is computer controlled, and low current. Safety instructors, today, say to always use the kill switch, because in an emergency, you will go to what you know. Others say to kill engine with kick stand for the same reason, do you never forget to put your stand down. In the end, all 3 will work, and should not harm your bike. On my BMW, I typically use the kill, bit somemetimes the stand. The engine is always off before the key (or button, with smart key systems). But again, it's just fine to use your kill switch. It will not harm the bike.
Hi Doodle, that was a very composite maintenance video, clearly filmed at every stage and anyone who doubts their abilities to carry this out will be greatly encouraged by this video.
This is a absolute necessity to know your bike and prevent issues in the future, thanks.
I have so much respect for you checking out your bike for safety 🙏
DOT4 brake fluid is hygroscopic and absorbs moisture from air. The water in the brake fluid lowers the boiling point of the brake fluid and can lead to failure of the brake at very high stress. Therefore, the brake fluid should be changed completely every few years. There are cheap gauges (in Europe about 20 €), with which you can measure the water content of the brake fluid.
While I get my CrossTourer serviced by Honda professionals, after watching your video, I realised I need to spend more time inspecting / checking myself. Checked the coolant, oil, front & rear brake fluid, TWI markers and brake wear markers today. Actually learnt more about my bike in the process too. Thanks for the content - valuable stuff! 👍
Thank you this maintenance video for us new riders. Very helpful. ❤
Following the service/owner manual is the right way, good job! As you learn and do repairs/maintenance you will tweek and fine tune the guidelines in the manual. My very first check every time I approach my bike is look at the ground where the bike is parked. Even a short ride can reveal much on the ground.
I appreciate you for these videos. I've honestly been riding probably about as long as you've been alive yet I still learn things from you. I guess it's because you truly want to learn everything and when I was your age I thought I already knew it all, ha. Sometimes I think I'm lucky I survived my own self.
Also, the Motorcycle Safety Foundation has a downloadable TCLOCS checklist on its website - I use that as a reference on my phone.
I know that this is hardly ever done, guilty as charged myself, but I agree with you that this one of THE most important things to do before starting any ride.
Headed to Houston to pick up the bike and bring back to San Antonio (it will be trailer time since it is 500 miles round trip and will be raining all day)
Doodle: Long time no see! Your video here is SPOT ON! I'm subscribed to your 4 updates, I've been insanely busy. This video is spot on. I don't ride a BMW myself, but I've got a buddy who swears. You might recall I own a Suzuki Boulevard from your early bike experience and she's my sweetheart (her name's Fiona, by the way). Regardless of your make and model, you are SPOT ON. Read your manual and know your bike. Checking engine level, you need 2 people; 1 to hold the bike level while you check the sight/dipstisk. You nailed it. (Engineer. Former military helicopter pilot. I know oil levels.) What I love most about this video is you covered all the TCLOCS basics but with reference to your specific bike. Safe riding to you and keep up the excellent vids! See you when I can.
Please don’t be a hater; not all bikes have double breaks on the front and they function just fine.
Doodle, it's fine to learn how to adjust the chain later, but be sure you can identify when it is time to adjust, asap. Throwing a chain is a bad day.
Your doing great 👍. Over a year later I'm sure your knowledge of your bike and bike's in general has increased a great deal.
I have a Street Triple R, and find I get better steering feedback with 34 psi in the front, and a smoother ride with 38 psi in the rear. You may want to see how that works for you. Also the best way to check throttle free play is turning the forks fully to the left and right. I expect you will find that makes a difference. Ride safe.
One more thing you should do is look at the date on your tires. Anything over 5 years, most shops won't install them. It's not just the tread that matters. There's a date code on the tires that show the week and year. Also, when you buy new tires, make sure they're fresh as they're only good for a few years.
Good to know!! I knew helmets had a date on them too - didn’t know this about tires
@@DoodleOnAMotorcycle I didn't know helmets had a date on them :D I know that you can replace the insides of the helmet so that it restores the firm fit, but I use a head cover to help keep the helmet clean. I replaced 10 year old tires and it made a huge difference. www.chapmoto.com/blog/2013/01/16/tech-tips-read-motorcycle-tire-date-codes/
Thanks doodle brilliant advice on bike craft 😃❤️🏴
You did at least mention checking the lights, but I would add check the brake light a few times WHILE YOU RIDE, because that is when it is most likely to fail, and your ride becomes considerably more dangerous without it. Happy cycling!
Good call!!
Speechless.
But you are 100% correct.
How many of us would do this before a ride? I would say less than 1%!!!
To the point, you are Definitely 100% correct in what you state.
Well done young lady.
Thanks for doing this, Doodle! TCLOCS can be tedious but it could save your life. Also, something I keep to heart: DEFINITELY do a full inspection after getting the bike back from the shop!
Hey Doodle. Your tire gauge was reading 34 front and 42 rear. You are 2 psi high in the front. Each mark is 2 psi.
Thank you for this, I’ve not even done my bike basics in the U.K. yet but already thinking I want to know how to care for my bike and do basic maintenance 😊🇬🇧
Doodle !! just a few things. your antifreeze or coolant level. After you ride the bike and it warms up, look at the level again, coolant expands when bike is warm. I would not add any unless it is under the min. line when cold or you might get to much in it and it will push out the coolant causing a slippery condition for your tires. Next, at 3:17, the hose under the rear brake reservoir looks twisted and kinked. Possible brake fluid has trouble getting past the kink. I'd check that issue out. Last thing is when you turn bars fully left, keep them left and with bike not running, twist throttle all the way and make sure it returns to fully off position. Than do same test when bars are turned fully right. Throttle can stick at times when bars are locked full right or left, due to cable moving as bar is moved. Great job with the checklist that everyone should follow. Stay safe and stay awesome.
Didn’t know about the play in the clutch lever but totally understand it now. Thanks!! 🏍👋
I just subscribed to your channel today after viewing another of your videos and was checking out a few more. I noticed that when you checked your tire gauge, you misread it. Each division is two pounds, not one. Instead of 32psi in the front, you actually had almost 35psi. The one for the back that you said was 41psi was actually 42psi.
Pencil gauges can be off by a bit too, and it's best to get one that's certified to within a certain percentage of accuracy. Usually, the dial type ones with an air release button are best. Most of that has been taken over by the "Slime" brand, which rarely shows accuracy stats on their products, so it helps to look around for a good one.
It helps to keep your tire pressure as close as possible (as measured with tires cold, before the ride, if possible), since that's what the engineering dept. at the manufacturer have found give the best ride and steering response for most conditions, as well as maximizing tire life.
Other than that, excellent video!
You're so awesome Doodle! Stay safe out there and thanks for the video!
90° valve stem.... NIRVANA Doodle.😁👍
I'm counting the Ks down for new tyres AND replacing valve stem with 90° ones.🙏
I love your street triple! Its so pretty! I have a 675 and Triumphs are magical
DreaM doodle!I believe you can get me through the night!
I dunno what that means 🤪
Every inch, same thing as flying allways looking before we take flite much happiness for you kiddo
When checking the oil, take out and wipe the dipstick, insert it back in the hole without screwing it in, take it out, level should be between the upper and lower.
If you screw it in the reading is incorrect 😉 I've been there!
No, it depends on the bike; read the User Manual for your bike, first. My Triumph User Manual specifically says to screw the dipstick back in to read the oil level. You do need to have the bike level and upright though, so better if it's not elevated on the rear stand when you check it.
Some bikes have a sight glass for checking oil levels. Your bike has to be upright for a correct reading.
Yup...very informative clip. I'll try to remember all steps and follow them religiously. But wait a sec... I don't have a Triumph!
Nevermind that...your dog is purely adorable. Ride safe and watch out for distracted drivers/boyfriends 😉
Cheers
Great video Doodle! I think we always need to be reminded to watch for signs of things that need to be fixed. Love your videos! Rob
Better than most of the "professional" videos on RUclips. Your chain does look loose, though.
I would recommend buying a Mityvac brake bleeder and changing out the brake fluid with Castrol synthetic DOT 4 fluid. You won't believe the difference!
washing is also the time to check nuts and bolts all done up tight and chain, sprockets, spokes etc
Nice video young lady. Only thing I would suggest, if you haven’t already done so, get yourself a good quality dial tire gauge.
It's lower in the front since there used more and more fluid is needed to push them all the way in
Well done teach!
It's funny how many people give me a hard time about shutting the bike down with the key vs. the kill switch. Great video covering everything!
Let me introduce the pressure gauge, it measured 34 and 42 actually. 4:35
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Just so you don't have anxiety, the kill switch is not only for emergencies. You can use it to turn your bike off as often as you like. Ari Henning did a great video about it on MC Garage, but here are the cliffnotes.
1. The Killswitch, ignition, and kickstand switches are all on the same exact wire. They all do the exact same thing.
2. The original fear and myth came from older carburated bikes, people would turn off the Killswitch and forget. Then, they'd go to start the bike and it wouldn't start and they would keep trying and giving it gas and flood the bike.
3. The current reason for the warning is because you can forget your keys and leave the bike on and kill your battery.
So to be clear, the killswitch is completely safe. The only possible issues arise from human error. I've only ever used a Killswitch on several bikes and scooters for years and have never had an issue.
Here's the video by Ari explaining everything in detail.
ruclips.net/video/D0S4nMx_tbA/видео.html
I hope this helps clarify, because some people have extreme anxiety about the killswitch and think it will destroy your bike. It's just a convenient off switch, so go ahead and use it as often as you like.
A good reason to use it is one way I use it. I ride at night most of the time, and when I bring my scooter home I need to pull it up to my door. So I hit the Killswitch at the end of the drive, and push it up into place with the headlight running so I can see what I'm doing.
There are other good reasons to use it, it's faster and easier, it's convenient for a quick stop to chat or something at a gas station, it's good for doing maintenance on your bike since you can just reach up and tap the switch without standing up and getting to the key.
Hope this helps.
Ride safe and have fun!
Right lever of my GS is the same as your bike's left lever. It happened during an offroad trip😥
You should have the bike running when you check the steering left and right if the engine revs up you will know something ain't right
Good idea!
You do such a thorough check before riding, good job!!
I’d be lying if I said I did this before every ride 🤪
hey Doodle 😚 your rear tire pressure was actually 42 ( perfect ) you read it 41 .
each stripe is 2 points on your gauge .. ( 5 stripes for 10 points )
just saying ..
good video, tire pressure should be established by several variables. Temperature, body weight, type of riding >> ruclips.net/video/XaIuWKfnGEI/видео.html
Doodle, I’ll try to watch the Live Stream, I saw it on your Instagram. Great job on doing the pre-ride check list. Have a great weekend.
Good job.
also, here in Quebec, we're told to turn the engine off with the emergency button (red) at all time
Our MSF course says that too, but my manual says ignition! I follow the manual
Great tips thank you
My bike has just had it’s yearly inspection test which is law in the uk needed brake pads on the front and I got them to change spark plugs and ht leads costing £300 so all i need to do is my standard weekly checks
I’d rather crash and burn than to do a pre ride check. I might glance at my tires once and a while
Seems a tad excessive for every ride. I'd say it depends on how far you intend to go for the ride and the time since your last inspection. For lots of short rides under 10 miles do this kind of a check once a week/fortnight. And a quick oil and fuel check every day. Doing a proper full bike check every month of low usage and every time before a major journey.
I really recommend you fix the broken clutch lever. I cut my pinky off because of that. I dropped the bike and my pinky was caught between the broken lever and the road. The ball on the end of the lever is a important safety feature that people overlook.
OUCH!!!!!!!
It's ok, they put it back on. : )
I love your videos.
Those little "hash marks" on your pressure gauge are every Two pounds, so that first reading was really 34, not 32, and the 2nd on on the rear tire was 42, Not 41. Just sayin' Otherwise, great video Doodle.:-)
FYI at 4:30 you're actually at 34 in the front and 42 in the back.. each line on the gauge is actually 2 PSI...
🤪 thanks
Good job on the thumbnail.
That wrist tattoo is forking cool.
Thank you very much for this video, I learned new things. 😊💕💞💟👍
Get an electronic pressure gage. A lot more accurate.
Agree :)
I always make sure my fluids are maxed.
Too much oil is not good. This can damage the cylinder head gasket and lead to oil foam in the crankshaft housing. It is better to fill the oil only between min and max.
Great tip about the kill switch versus the key for on/off!!!!
You said tyre pressure was to be 32 front and 42 rear. .... Then when you measured the front tyre it read 34, and said - "Perfect". ... The rear was probably 41.9, but you read it as 41 and said close enough.
It looks like you are reading each marker on the tyre pressure guage as 1psi. When each marker is actually represents 2psi.
(Lastly why not get a small tub of something like Hammerite, and a tiny brush. To very lightly touch up the scuff on the crash bar. Unless you're hoping to buy some paint of the exact type that is.)
You're a better person than me. By the time you're done the pre-ride check I'm already back from my ride 😅😅😅😅😅😅. Just kidding. I'm curious about a couple things. I'll have to check my owners manual (2015 Sportster 1200) but it didn't say to ONLY use the engine kill switch in an emergency and to primarily use the key. Also, maybe I missed but did your manual say to check the front/rear turn signals, horn and to make sure both brake levers turn on the tail light?
Back to the owners manual for me. Glad I keep it on the coffee table when I'm not riding.
Keep riding and stay safe, Doodle!
🤪 In the “daily safety checks” of my manual it does say to check all electrical components
Please announce your April 15th event on Moto Amino, Doodle! I think it would be worth the trouble! Important vid! Thank you!
I’ll try and see if I can figure that out, thank you!!
I think im in love!!!
Doodle, at the 1:31 mark I can see some oil or fluid dripping on top of the guard that houses the reservoir, where is that fluid coming from? Great vid, thumbs up.
Might be from lubing my chain, but thanks I’ll check it out!!
FANTASTIC!
Great advice :)
DOT brake fluid is hygroscopic. That means it wants to absorb moisture. If your (rear) brake fluid reservoir is higher than it used to be, then it has absorbed moisture and needs to be flushed. Do it now, I would hate to lose any future videos from you.
How I check my bike before a ride:
bool bikeInGarage = true ;
if (bikeInGarage)
{ "Ride On"}
else
{ "cry for two hours, then call the cops"}
LOL
nice vid Doodle :D
U n' ur bike look great
Do you check the bolts with just your hands, or some tool? Thanks!
Does this inspection only go with the bike manufacturer?
Or are there checks that mandatory on every any model?
High Cc or low cc
I didn’t know about the importance of using the key instead of the kill switch. Thank you!
No worries. Because it's not true.
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sgabriel Thanks for the link.
@@mid-lifeninja3646 👍
Can't say I read the entire manual so I missed the tip about turning off the key vs. the kill switch. Thanks 🏍️🏕️
It’s really short! Good summer reading in an afternoon 🤪
Nice bike! I like! :)
Thank u very useful
what is the motorcycle kickstand do you use called? let me know
Great video.
Cool
Should have left it running when you turn the bars from left to right and check clutch and throttle play at full steering on both left and right. Sometimes there is barley enough slack or no slack when the bars are turned for the cable's and can make pulling the clutch or twisting the throttle difficult and some times they can even be active ( example turn the bars full left and rpms are risen just a little bit )
Hey, I know you do most biking stuff on your own so I'd love to know how you get the bike up on the paddock stand by yourself! Thanks :)
Right here! 😁 m.ruclips.net/video/UG_NcCK1LuM/видео.html
Doodles I’m so pissed they canceled my motorcycle class bcuz of this virus. Damit. Oo well it will happen soon. Just wanted to vent. U don’t know me but it feels like I know u bcuz I watch all ur videos. Ok feel better now late.
oh man!!! hang in there and hopefully my videos will give you a bit of a fix in the meantime :P
It's nice to see such a nice young lady involved in riding. If you are ever in the central California area, I would love to ride with you.
U can add coolant
your oil reading may be off because your bike is not level due to the bike stand ?
Bike stand makes it level
This is the first time I heard that it's better to turn off the engine without the kill switch? It makes sense but in my MSF course we always used hte kill switch and the last thing was to turn off the bike. Is this unique to Triumph bikes? In most motovloggers I see them use the kill switch first as well. Also I dont have a stand... guess levels of fluids can't be accurately guaged while on kickstand? Or is it fine as a pre-ride check for a short ride? -- edit nm, when they delivered the bike they emphasized not to use the kill switch :)
I know my MSF course was like that too! I’ve only read two Triumph manuals and both said turn off by ignition - I think it’s just so you don’t have the lights on with the engine off and draining battery. I’d look at your bike’s manual! Sometimes you can find that online as a PDF if you don’t have it. Can’t gauge levels accurately on the kickstand! BUT... you can get a block of wood at a Home Depot in the scrap section, put it under the kickstand (would need to figure out how thick to make it straight up - usually about 2”) and then check levels!
I have to be reminded to do stuff sometimes, after watching one of your videos I checked my clutch play, had to do it. I keep my tire pump plugged in next to the bikes, it is the one thing I check the most, I pretty much leave most of it for wash and wax time.
Actually this is another reason to date a biker chick, she can check all this stuff while we finish playing a video game, scratch our stuff, burp, and pass gas before the ride. Or, just sit back and say, "nice legs," do that bike too, yes... {I had to sneak that in}
Hi Doodle. Thank you for inspiring me to learn to ride a motorcycle. My husband has been riding for many years but I was very nervous when learning. But you were so approachable and down to earth and made motorcycling seem like something I could master. My husband just gave me my first lesson: ruclips.net/video/PrmTU6H-Azk/видео.html and I was shocked at my progress right off the bat. I’ll be taking the course in two weeks and will be starting out on the road after that. Thank you again and keep on producing your videos.
This makes me so excited for you ❤️ ride safe and keep me updated!
😃 great
how tall are u ?
5’ 3.75” or 162 cm