Repair / Frame, stands and bodywork
Frame, stands and bodywork
Problems, repairs and parts for the frame, stands and bodywork.
Problems
- Rattling from panels, mudguards or the seatOK to ride
- Centre stand is hard to use or scrapesOK to ride
- The bike has been dropped or crashedDo not ride
- Crack in the frame or a bracketDo not ride
- Mirror is loose or will not stay in placeRide with care
- Seat is loose or the seat lock does not workRide with care
- Side stand spring is weak or the stand is looseRide with care
- Screw or bolt will not come out, or its head is damagedOK to ride
- Nuts and bolts keep coming looseRide with care
- Cannot find parts for an old or imported bikeOK to ride
Repairs
- Check the side standRider job · 10 to 20 min
- Check chassis fastenersHome workshop · 30 to 60 min
- Test the side stand, clutch and neutral switchesHome workshop · 20 to 40 min
- Check the centre standRider job · 15 to 30 min
- Check the rear shock absorbersHome workshop · 15 to 30 min
- Adjust rear spring preloadRider job · 5 to 15 min
- Find and fix rattlesHome workshop · 20 to 60 min
- Tighten and adjust mirrorsRider job · 10 min
- Check exhaust mounts and heat shieldsRider job · 15 to 30 min
- Check chain guides, sliders and guardsHome workshop · 15 to 30 min
- Service brake and clutch lever pivotsRider job · 15 to 30 min
- Inspect the frame after a crashWorkshop job · home assessment 30 to 45 min; workshop measurement 1 to 2 h
- Check engine mounting boltsHome workshop · 20 to 40 min
- Align the front wheel, forks and handlebarHome workshop · 30 to 60 min
- Check a wheel for runoutHome workshop · 20 to 30 min
- Check the steering head bearingsHome workshop · 10 to 20 min
- Inspect the front forksRider job · 10 min
- Adjust throttle free playRider job · 10 min
- Test a lighting circuitHome workshop · 20 to 45 min
- Handle a damaged battery packRider job · 5 to 15 min to make safe; then hand over
