This was a great beginner video! I’m trying to learn how to maintain and potentially do as much work on my bike as possible, but most of the bike maintenance videos on YT were too advanced for someone who has very little mechanical knowledge. I took notes! Lol This video gave me a really great starting place.
@nessh
3 жыл бұрын
@Missael Ayala hey thanks for the advice! I have access to the tools I need. I bought the manual for my bike and since my last post, I have learned how to change my oil/filter and clean/maintain my chain. I’ve even been able to access my air box (which is located under my gas tank) to check the condition of my air filter. There’s much to learn, but little by little I’m gettin it!
@gaspo2880
3 жыл бұрын
@@nessh good on you! :)
@x-man5056
2 жыл бұрын
Rule number 1, don't ever use an adjustable wrench (Crescent style wrench) on your motorcycle. Your knuckles and the corners of every fastener head you touch will thank you.
@nessh
2 жыл бұрын
@@x-man5056 😂 Sounds like this advice was written in blood🩸
@x-man5056
2 жыл бұрын
@@nessh Indeed. But it's mostly that those wrenches will booger up the fasteners on your machine. And likely take some paint with it. Be safe out there.
@paulnewkirk614
4 жыл бұрын
I love doing my own maintenance. It’s so relaxing for me.
@zander8752
3 жыл бұрын
Same, I ride hard so it's nice to know I take care of me bike as well as it takes care of me
@YetiSpaghetti12
3 жыл бұрын
Zen and the art of motorcycle maintenance
@kidnpigtogether
3 жыл бұрын
Mines just got an oil leak, ninja 750, I’d like to fix it myself any advice?
@vintageyamahabackyardresto4995
3 жыл бұрын
I do all of my maintenance and learn so much by doing it myself. Not only that, but I save a LOT of money! Harbor Freight has really been a money saver for me to get my tools cheaply.
@kunjidee
3 жыл бұрын
I get totally stressed....it helps if u know what you're doing...
@Ninonator3
3 жыл бұрын
I love this, it's like the dad I never had telling me how to do dad stuff.
@2wheelhomie665
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man just got a new bike bought by my mom but unfortunately my dad isn’t around anymore and passed away a while ago. I didn’t even know how to check the oil this is really helped me get over my frustrating situations with trying to figure everything out because I was getting pretty frustrated googling it without any knowledge of what the parts are called. Thanks again I started to feel bleak about riding as a whole… only done 96km on my bike btw.
@just-dl
2 жыл бұрын
Sorry about your dad. I’m older than dirt, and lost my dad a few years ago. I find myself quoting him several times a day. He won’t be completely gone as long as my brother and I are around….if you haven’t already, try to connect with an older biker who can show you the ropes. It may be a club connection or a friend’s dad. I know a lot of bikers from my church, oddly enough. Good luck. And keep the sticky bits pointed down.
@2wheelhomie665
2 жыл бұрын
@@just-dl thanks for the comment man I really was going through a rough patch when I wrote that but I’ve learnt a lot in the last 5 months and I have done exactly that as i started talking to my girlfriends dad who used to rebuild 52 bikes at a time. He is the exact role model I was looking for and is exactly who I needed in order to grasp the basic concepts of everything. He has even bought a project bike for us last week and we only work on it when I’m there so it’s really making me learn a lot as we flip the bike and it’s maybe a career I could endure one day. I will always remember my dad and wish he could of taught me but i guess it is what it is and I’m glad I have someone who has the equivalent knowledge.
@just-dl
2 жыл бұрын
@@2wheelhomie665 that's great that you found the right mentor! the project bike sounds like a tremendous idea. intellectually and emotionally. it's great that you can have both the fond memories of your Dad, and the 'rent-a-dad' with whom you'll share other, good memories. i hope tall that goes well for you...maybe you can "close the loop" someday, and teach your sons (or someone else's) what you've learned.
@user2C47
2 жыл бұрын
Just remember that with even the most basic knowledge, you are still far better than the average car driver.
@2wheelhomie665
2 жыл бұрын
@@user2C47 yes I’ve learnt so much these last 9 months and have really found my passion I’m gonna pursue being a bike mechanic and finish school in 4 months. I’ve been offered a part time position as soon as I finish school at the mechanic shop I service my bike at as they were really impressed I managed to fix a puncture on my own with 0 experience and see that I’m truly interested on working in a workshop 💪🏼🙌🏽🇿🇦
@josoghurt5192
3 жыл бұрын
Americans be like: Measure the thread depth using the neck of the first president. Europeans be like: This thread legally has to be 16 mm deep.
@robertolaggo9141
3 ай бұрын
1.6 not 16
@theoacegump9354
2 ай бұрын
Abraham Lincoln was the 16th, not the first. That was George Washington. Also, we use that because pennies are everywhere. Pockets, stores, the ground. It's just a hack.
@gmoney1592
5 жыл бұрын
There is not a better way to get to know your motorcycle than to do basic and preventive maintenance on it. For me this includes cleaning and detailing it as well. This is a good video a lot of helpful info. Thanks
@ABJG1
5 жыл бұрын
This is my favorite channel when it comes to motorcycles.
@pcjsleader
5 жыл бұрын
Some bikes require that you check the bike while its on the jiffy stand. Most Harleys recommend this. Nice vid for those that don't know the basics. Keep up the good work.
@HaffDeadFred
Жыл бұрын
Another good tip I taught myself was to give your motorcycles owners manual or maintenance manual a good read through whenever you come to the specific part you’re working on … always apply threadlocker when Manuals say so ! Wasn’t a good day when I lost my rear brake caliper on the freeway
@mudzible
Жыл бұрын
jesus. sounds awful, glad you’re okay now :)
@HaffDeadFred
Жыл бұрын
@@mudzible yeah thankfully it wasn’t the front brake caliper that flew off ! Big lesson learned thankfully it only cost me money and not an injury
@mudzible
Жыл бұрын
@@HaffDeadFred definitely. stay safe out there :)
@johnnycashbenham1192
5 жыл бұрын
I love these type of videos, helps me out a lot, I just got my first bike a couple weeks ago, unfortunately it's getting to cold to ride here in the CLT area so I got to put it up for the winter. Everytime I come back from work I just stare at my bike with a huge smile on my face!
@GasWorksISO
5 жыл бұрын
Then it sounds like you bought the right bike. 😊
@Tornmacaroon
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this! I am a beginner and am self taught on maintenance for the most part so this is a big help on anything I might be missing. Concise and informative!
@swagermuffin928
5 жыл бұрын
I checked my tire pressure today and my front tire was 16 lower and my back was 10 lower then it was supposed to be and the ride is so much better so I'll definitely be doing that more
@tshegofatsosekome
5 жыл бұрын
I'm watching a lot of bike videos. Don't even own a motorcycle, ain't got enough cash to get one either. Thanks for the heads up
@jhask64
5 жыл бұрын
Keep feeding that passion for motorcycles with videos and some day soon you’ll have one! Don’t give up. There are many great used bikes on the market now for less and less money. Save a lot and buy used!! 👍🏼
@ParadiseBiker
5 жыл бұрын
Keep saving up and one day you'll live that dream
@tonycj7860
3 жыл бұрын
I'd like to add that Harleys are a little different when it comes to checking their oil. Most are done while leaned on the jiffy stand at operating temperature. After you've gone for a ride will give you the most accurate reading, however just letting it run for a few min will also give you a good enough reading to make sure that you aren't running dry.
@crazyghost8379
11 ай бұрын
Maybe the Best Beginner Video I've ever seen
@Death1ro
5 жыл бұрын
As a beginner rider myself (2007 Honda Shadow) I really like your videos. Keep up the good work!
@FrostedTitan
4 жыл бұрын
Hi I don’t wanna sound like an ass, but when checking oil you wanna do that per the manual. Some bikes require it to be done at operating temp. Mine does, it also says not to do it when it’s hot. Operating temp is pretty easy, just start and let idle for 2-5 mins then shut the engine off and wait about a minute for all the oil to settle. That and because mine has a center stand it says to do it on it. Again I don’t wanna sound like an ass I just wanted to point that out. Great vid tho! Hopefully it helps many new riders
@bryantotten2757
2 жыл бұрын
Very good.Might have have wanted to include some minor electric repairs like indicator replacements etc but overall a good starter .
@Toni-PAT
Жыл бұрын
Really Helpful. I Just bought my first Motorcycle, now i know how to do the basic maintenance. For everything else i will give it in the Garage and let the professionals do there work.
@AvaRodriguez-r1x
8 ай бұрын
Great beginner Video! Just bought a motorcycle yesterday and will apply what I learned from that video!
@Waldopolo69
4 жыл бұрын
Omg I’ve needed this video! It’s perfect. Simple and easy to understand. Covers everything I needed to know. Thanks bro
@GasWorksISO
4 жыл бұрын
No problem, Rabbit! 😁
@vic0036
11 ай бұрын
i sometimes find maintenance quite daunting, thanks for putting it in such a straight forward manner!
@dagmarvandenhoute4616
4 жыл бұрын
You're like the Bob Ross of motorcycles 😅 you explain everything so calm and easily! I really like your content! I just bought a Vulcan S as my first bike. Will be doing my tests tomorrow 🙈
@UM3.Yasuke
3 жыл бұрын
How do you like the Vulcan?
@lewi594
5 жыл бұрын
thanks a lot!! been riding for a week now, this helps
@SBU98
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the tips! I’m trying to do most of the maintenance myself and every bit helps. I’m also re-reading Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance - An oldie but goodie.
@glenwallace6314
4 жыл бұрын
I love that book, takes me forever to get through it.
@jordanhart9708
2 жыл бұрын
Good to know. I've enjoyed my truck, but I've been looking into a motorcycle for joy rides or commuting. I love doing my own maintenance as it's just so satisfying.
@belpri633
7 ай бұрын
Your bikes are so well taken care of. ❤ Beautiful.
@VitoVeccia
4 жыл бұрын
I've been looking into getting a bike, so this did help. I've talked to a motor cycle mechanic I know, and he mentioned going over the bike itself with a torque wrench every oil change. I guess from all the vibration the hardware loosens up.
@zhongxina558
5 жыл бұрын
New rider here, thanks for the vid, keep up the work and ride safe! :)
@DarnosChannels
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing the motorcycle maintenance video
@ajlooney1358
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video as im a new bike oner and have waited years to have 1 but honestly never thought about all the maintenance needed but glad I've finally got my first bike and its videos like this that helps alot
@maciejasz78
5 жыл бұрын
I own KTM DUKE 125 and my user’s manual states the oil level should be checked at engine operating temperature. After switching off the engine I should wait 1 minute and then check the level. I think KTM just likes to do things differently. I saw at least a few videos about adjusting chain tension before I got my bike and there were always recommendation for chain freeplay. Then I checked my manual and found 5 to 7 mm recommendation, which seemed ridiculous and my brand new bike has much larger freeplay. Then I looked at the manual more carefully, especially at a drawing and it turned out it's 5 to 7 mm of distance between the pulled upwards chain and the swingarm :).
@Red-mu5wk
4 жыл бұрын
Seems like someone has done their homework
@maciejasz78
4 жыл бұрын
@@Red-mu5wk Well, sometimes I have an ambition to do things right and I try.
@jetskechers5354
Жыл бұрын
10:18, most riders aren't your average guy😂, respect brother good video
@JadeCroft
3 жыл бұрын
Ohh that tip with the scrap 2x4 is genius! I'm not heavy enough to get my bike on it's middle stand so this is genius!
@VirberelloScooterTips
11 ай бұрын
Fantastic video! Your seamless blend of informative content and captivating visuals is truly commendable. Engaging from start to finish. Excited for more from your channel - keep up the great work
@mohammadghani3933
10 ай бұрын
Thanks Bro very simple and to the Point no Loud talking Just great❤
@creamymoto
Жыл бұрын
Thanks. Im a newbie. This is very easy to follow and understand. The most.
@GBeWinginIt
2 жыл бұрын
Great introduction to self servicing ones motorcycle.
@badapple65
4 жыл бұрын
I like to change THE GIRL on the back of my bike at least once per riding season.
@GasWorksISO
4 жыл бұрын
Yours came with a girl? I didn’t see that option when I bought mine.....😡
@badapple65
4 жыл бұрын
Gas Works Garage Ha! Just dreaming. I’m a rider now for 5 months after 35 years off. 54 is the perfect age to buy a Vulcan and come back! Loving it! Love your common sense channel. I can tell you are a tall man like myself based on the way your Ergo-Fit is set up. They say up to 6’2” for fit on the tall side. Myself a little over 6’4” and I’m all legs. My friends that ride say I don’t look too big for my Vulcan so they are doing a great job with their design to fit different sized riders.
@GasWorksISO
4 жыл бұрын
Yea, I’m 6 foot, without boots, and my bike is in standard reach configuration. It kind of feels a bit small, but I happen to like that. Makes it easier to control.
@Waldopolo69
4 жыл бұрын
Greg Appelgren it’s always good to lower the weight
@adilghazanfar519
4 жыл бұрын
I wouldnt know how often to change my girl. let me check my owner's manual
@aldo5658
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, just did my 1st oil change, coolant filled and brakes. Chain was done with dampers by a mechanic. Other than that, time to learn to ride
@mikelangelo2020
4 жыл бұрын
Your B-Roll is fantastic.
@ericforeman1562
4 жыл бұрын
I’ve been riding for a while but I wanted to make sure I wasn’t forgetting anything, thanks!
@mackie44tv6
2 жыл бұрын
Yes it realy need to maintain your bike to maintain the top condition at all time. Thank you to tou sir have a bless day.
@ronbatt756
4 жыл бұрын
Suzuki manuals say kerosene for chain cleaning. It's works fantastic, residue evaporates. Then 75/90 gear oil for chain lube. It doesn't have to be complex.
@keving5330
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Gas works! Just bought my first bike on Friday, 2020 Kawasaki vulcan s 650 😀👍
@jasonhenderson4826
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video, I had no idea/background on this
@IslandInsanity
3 жыл бұрын
I use simple green to clean the chain, but Ryan F9 did a bunch of tests on this and ipone chain cleaner won the crown!
@robertmejia4554
2 жыл бұрын
Very Good video on Beginners on Maintaining motorcycles.
@Tactical.chocolate
Жыл бұрын
Perfect. Never had a bike b4 so thus is amazing
@DavidDavid-gc9rm
3 жыл бұрын
'Going through few things for my '99, 600 hornet. She's great but need some upgradings. So I did at first. Braided brakes lines, Led lights Frd & rear, cleaned the tank, peacock/ fuel lines next will be the valves clearance then the suspensions. I bought her for £1300 while 23000miles gave 9000 in a year ( rain, black ice and sunny sky on dry roads, never faild me. I'm more than willing to spend £2000 on her. Respect your honda brother and she'll give you more.
@clapclapscream
Жыл бұрын
Moved my bike from WA to AZ, back tire went from 36psi to over 60 😳 and I rode it once before checking
@David-sb7vg
5 жыл бұрын
Great content, thanks for taking the time to do this. My Suzuki Bandit recommends Kerosene for chain cleaning and I use gear oil to lube. Stay safe people 🏍
@davidaharon5817
3 жыл бұрын
Wonderful webinar for beginner riders.
@phantomspacecop4462
3 жыл бұрын
Just what I needed to know and in the perfect length of time. Thanks for putting this together.
@johnpagejr.7628
3 жыл бұрын
Great job explaining basic motorcycle maintenance.
@thormusique
2 жыл бұрын
Very helpful video, thanks so much!
@jinkyting3001
4 жыл бұрын
Nice. I also have a z125 as my beginner bike. Your video's very helpful. Thanks
@TheTruth70777
4 жыл бұрын
More of this please. I wanna know more about my bike and take care of it myself. Appreciate it btw.
@justme_brentg
3 жыл бұрын
Big ol' thumbs up! Thank you!
@LoveLostization
5 жыл бұрын
About to do my big one for the winter so sad 😔 still check every time I ride tho you taught me that (used to never do it unless something felt weird) maybe some warm days will come our way.
@GasWorksISO
5 жыл бұрын
Yeah, winter is gonna suck. I just got back from a ride. Temp says 52 degrees, but 52 degrees feels a lot colder in November compared to June...
@LoveLostization
5 жыл бұрын
@@GasWorksISO we just got back too think it said 62 but the wind was 15mph made it feel a little chilly lol
@polikalo74
4 жыл бұрын
Great video, good information for new riders and a good reminder for complacent riders👍
@gcanaday1
11 ай бұрын
A bike jack lifts it up straight. It might make opening the drain plug complicated, but for checking it'll get it done.
@2K_Unlimited
4 жыл бұрын
Corbin seat on a Monkey, that last picture says what I wish I knew as a new rider in 2016. It's not just pillions or just cruisers or touring bikes, it's consumers. We're not smart enough to allow the manufacturer to spend money on a comfortable seat. The majority of us will go elsewhere to save $200 and then complain we can't find a good stock seat.
@tawhidchowdhury3107
2 жыл бұрын
According to Honda User manual guide the proper way to check the engine oil level is first cool the engine if you have rode it for a while then once it’s cooled you have to start it again in neutral and wait a minute or two. Clean the dip stick and put it back again. This way you know the active engine oil level. This is the standard for most Honda bikes. Don't know about other brands
@allans7281
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the reminders and solid info! Happy ridn
@mohammadghani3933
Жыл бұрын
Thanks very normal and just Maintanance tips
@GasWorksISO
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@matvarela
Жыл бұрын
I dig that bar-end signal light
@junglebear7331
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the information! Great content!
@1MxNUMB3Rx0N3
2 жыл бұрын
Great video, thank you!
@davidm8371
7 ай бұрын
I used WD40 to clean, and then White Lightning (highest grade) lube/protection on my mountain bike, and then on my motorbike that uses a dirt bike chain. Did quite well.
@terryandteresa
4 жыл бұрын
Great videos in this play list. Thank you for uploading the basics for new Harley Davidson bikes and new Harley riders.
@georgetumino3965
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this info. Appreciate your videos. Look forward to more.
@chrisz3457
Жыл бұрын
amazing video, thank you
@slowermusicart2672
4 жыл бұрын
I am considering getting a 125cc bike as I'm 16 right now, but it seems like they need a lot of learning for troubleshooting, cornering, driving, stopping, etc. What's the best way to learn?
@spearspearspear
2 жыл бұрын
The best way to learn is to get it and do it. 😊
@emlynn4070
3 жыл бұрын
This was really helpful! Thank you
@SugarHammered
4 жыл бұрын
This video is excellent. Straight the point and super easy to follow. Subbed! 👍
@christophertaylor6866
4 жыл бұрын
Super cool tail lights
@cutterslade447
4 жыл бұрын
Just a point on oil - while generally, oil is checked when the engine is cold, Harleys require engines to be at standard operating temperature before checking oil.
@stefchostefanov1982
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the tips :)
@iallso1
5 жыл бұрын
Question around tyre pressures if I may. Obviously the pressure fluctuates with temperature, you check the pressure in the cold garage, it's low, so you ride to the gas station 20km away, you know the one with the free air and digital pressure display, and low and behold your pressure is reading the manufacturers specification. Do you still add the 4 or 5 psi or do you leave it?
@GasWorksISO
5 жыл бұрын
You would still add the 4 or 5 psi.
@charlesscottkelly
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate/ thanks for a good video with no waffling.
@peterv1806
4 жыл бұрын
Well done. Excellent info. Thank you.
@chuckyzn8948
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks alot! Valuable information
@jeremypierce1979
3 жыл бұрын
What about your spark plug?? How often should u replace it? I’ve had mine in for 5 years! Not sure if I should put a new one in?
@MISHASHOOTS
3 жыл бұрын
Great quality video. Thank you for making it!!
@Vraetzught
4 жыл бұрын
Forgot to keep an eye on my oil once. Still had plenty of miles to go before it needed a change, but suddenly, my engine seized. Turns out my engine had pretty much gulped up all oil. Fortunately i was already on my way to my mechanic. Turns out my bike is notorious for drinking oil
@cosseybomb
3 жыл бұрын
What kinda bike so you have?
@Vraetzught
3 жыл бұрын
@@cosseybomb when I posted the above, I owned a 2002 Yamaha SR125. Since then I've moved on to a Honda ST1100.
@jacoban1219
3 жыл бұрын
very useful tnx! enjoy your ride dudes
@mrshafiquemohammed
4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video enjoyed it
@pawlack
6 ай бұрын
7:30 Unless it's BMW GS -> according to manual, you check oil level on those while engine is warm - so best to check just after short trip.
@ganjabobby
5 жыл бұрын
Production quality is like that of a channel with way more subs. Glad to say I subbed when he was still under 6k subscribers.
@mustaphaelkacimi1894
2 жыл бұрын
i just saw that deadpool Keychain nd immediately clicked on subscribe
@confliction9934
11 ай бұрын
Thanks really good video it helped me a lot
@Tiger47962
5 ай бұрын
You have some beautiful bikes
@mohammadahmed1976
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Great tips
@Shilldev
4 жыл бұрын
Nice video mate! Good explanation nice footage good background music. Keep it up and a lot of subs will sure come along soon
@connectbibek256
3 жыл бұрын
i will be coming to this after i learnt bike
@omarcarrillos2727
4 жыл бұрын
I own a 2006 shadow aero with no owner's manual? Do those come with factory owners owner's manual? Thanks for taking the time to make this videos.
@Exicor
4 жыл бұрын
Google the bike you have and put manual at the end. And you should find it.
@edwardcaco8534
5 жыл бұрын
And just like that, you break 6K - Congrats!
@GasWorksISO
5 жыл бұрын
Unreal....
@davidbarthel5664
4 жыл бұрын
One thing i do before every ride. Push the bike a bit and grab the front break hard. If you hear a clicking sound you know your headbearing is faulty.
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