Learn how to fix and repair motorcycles in this free motorcycle maintenance video, with tips on tire care, spark plugs, and oil changes.
There are 17 videos in this series:
Safety is very important when riding motorcycles. Learn tips on how to do a quick safety check to your bike in this free motorcycle maintenance video.
Safety on a motorcycle starts with good tires and brake pads. Learn how to check tire tread wear and brake pads in this free motorcycle maintenance video.
Motorcycle adjustments begin with clutch pack adjustments. Learn tips on how to adjust the motorcycle's clutch in this free motorcycle maintenance video guide.
Making changes to clutch cables on a motorcycle. Learn tips on how to adjust the motorcycle's clutch in this free motorcycle maintenance video guide.
Fixing throttle cables on a motorcycle. Learn tips on how to adjust the motorcycles throttle cables in this free motorcycle maintenance video guide.
Good spark plugs will make sure a motorcycle can start up. Learn tips on how to change motorcycle spark plugs in this free motorcycle maintenance video.
Fluid changes are a big part of motorcycle maintenance. Learn tips on how to adjust the primary chain and change the fluid in this free motorcycle maintenance video.
Motorcycle maintenance doesn't have to be hard! Learn tips on how to adjust the primary chain and change the fluid in this free motorcycle maintenance video.
A dead motorcycle battery will result in nothing happening when you turn the key. Learn tips on how to care for and charge a battery in this free motorcycle maintenance video.
Make sure a motorcycle's battery is fully functional. Learn tips on how to care for and charge a battery in this free motorcycle maintenance video.
Replacing an air filter and changing transmission fluid. Learn tips on how to replace an air filter in this free motorcycle maintenance video.
Checking the quality of oil to decide if it needs changing. Learn tips on how to change motorcycle oil in this free motorcycle maintenance video.
Draining and replacing motorcycle oil. Learn tips on how to change motorcycle oil in this free motorcycle maintenance video.
Changing motorcycle oil can be messy. Learn tips on how to change motorcycle oil in this free motorcycle maintenance video.
Putting new oil into a motorcycle is the easy part. Learn tips on how to change motorcycle oil in this free motorcycle maintenance video.
Shocks and suspension in a motorcycle will help to absorb changes in the surface. Learn tips on how to adjust the bike shocks and suspension system in this free motorcycle maintenance video.
Make sure motorcycle maintenance is done correctly through a test drive. Learn tips on doing a diagnostic test ride in this free motorcycle maintenance video.
The first petroleum powered motorcycle was designed and built by German inventors in 1885. There was a steam powered, two wheeled vehicle that was demonstrated at fairs and circuses in 1867 in the eastern United States. Modern day motorcycles consist of a chassis, an engine, a transmission, wheels and tires, a brake system, suspension coils, and instruments to gauge speed, distance and other important variables. There are many types of motorcycles now, including pocket bikes, choppers, sport bikes, motocross bikes, mopeds, scooters, cruisers and touring motorcycles.
In this free do-it-yourself motorcycle maintenance course on video, learn how to fix and repair your hog, so that you can ride cross country without having to stop in at a mechanic. The ultimate riding experience is characterized by freedom and independence: to be in charge of your ride and in control of your bike. So get tips on tire and brake care, how to change motorcycle spark plugs, replace the air filter and change the oil, adjust the primary chain, and other common bike repairs you’ll need to do on the road.
The modern biker is the new cowboy, and the highways are the new Wild West. So watch this series and learn how to care for your iron horse; whether you're an easy rider, or born to be wild, it’s your ticket to freedom on the endless roads of America.
Jerry Fishel Jerry Fishel trained at Motorcycle Mechanics Institute in Phoenix AZ & Orlando, FL. He is also a Harley-Davidson factory certified master mechanic. Jerry worked for Las Vegas Harley-Davidson 7 years (master mechanic), then on to Zion Harley-Davidson in Utah 2 years (master mechanic). He was general manager of Dixie Customs (aftermarket shop) then opened “Vicious Cycles," his own motorcycle shop, in Santa Clara, UT.dkdk
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