The Federal Council of counsels to the company during the upcoming Easter holidays, no Töfftouren. How can I satisfy my Töfflust yet?
M. Hagen, Zurich
Now, by trimming, for example, and your machine fit for the Corona time. Because even the most experienced Töffpiloten helps on longer trips, and only mental and physical Fitness. Of course, the motorcycle care and Affection needs before his, by the Corona-time is now extended hibernation for the first time back on the road.
Since the question is first: start the machine at all? A professionally wintered motorcycle, the battery can weaken after a long break. For models with carburetor the engine again to Wake, can often be also a so-called start spray helpful. Electric Bikes are here is simple: The traction battery to charge overnight and the drive is ready.
bike repair shops to have
open For a longer period, the tire will lose air. Check the pressure and inflate it to the manufacturer’s specifications. The tires still have sufficient tread? Also the bike, the prescribed minimum tread depth of 1.6 millimeters is. But beware: The TWI-display, so the visible increase between the grooves, the motorcycle only 0.8 mm, tires high. A control or adjustment of the chain tension, can usually be going to the professional is not avoided. In contrast to the retail spaces currently, most workshops are open.
all-Round Check and current Vignette
in The end, a all-around check: Check the engine oil level, Coolant and brake fluid. The Hand and foot brakes should be hard and properly grab. Test the lighting system, turn signals, brake light and horn. Start the engine and pay attention to warning lights such as ABS or check engine lamp. This should go out after three to four seconds.
And: don’t Forget the current motorway vignette. Then after the Corona-the time of a first Töfftour in the way. However, until it is so far, can now be cleaned and polished until everything shines and glitters.
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