Articles about Motorcycle Maintenance

Oils for all types of bikes

Motorcycle owners looking for new engine oil to use for their bikes now have more options, as Castrol Philippines has just launched its Power1 Ultimate range of fully synthetic products.Castrol claims this line is its best two-wheeler oil to date,

Read this if you don’t want to spend extra on the retesting fee

Are you aware that a number of private motor vehicle inspection centers (PMVICs) have begun operating in various parts of the country? Under the new Motor Vehicle Inspection System, these PMVICs will replace private emission testing centers (PETCs) in assessing the roadworthiness

For your peace of mind

Motorcycle riding safety does not depend on the rider's skills alone. The motorcycle, too, has a big role to play. We've heard about many accidents caused by engine failure, faulty brake systems, steering problems, and so on. Many lives have

It’s actually a pretty simple procedure

Changing the engine oil in a motorcycle may seem a bit complicated at first, but it's actually a pretty simple process. It's one of the easiest, in fact, and only requires basic tools and know-how to execute.And as

A basic guide for those who want to start on DIY maintenance

A 'tune-up' is one of the most common terms that come up when talking about motorcycle maintenance-or just vehicle maintenance in general, for that matter. But for the purposes of this article, we're going to focus on motorcycle tune-

Do you think it’ll be helpful?

Chains are far from being the most troublesome parts in a motorcycle, and more often than not, they're easy to replace or repair in the event of breakage. But as with any other component, chains also require regular maintenance.As a

We reckon the rest of the industry will follow suit

Lately, more of our friends from the local motorcycle industry are finding themselves doing things that they never imagined doing before. Thanks to the accessibility of social media, executives from marketing, production, and other departments are now regularly hosting online shows to

Remember: There’s no such thing as love at first sight

Early this year, our writer Carlo Chungunco came up with a well-written article on useful tips when searching for used car and motorbikes online. He stressed the importance of checking the deed of sale, the LTO registration papers, and the history

It’s about time customers in far-flung areas get the VIP treatment

Eight hundred kilometers. That's the round-trip distance between Tuguegarao in Cagayan and San Fernando in Pampanga.We highlight this because BMW motorcycle owners up north travel that far just to have their stallions undergo regular preventive maintenance service or repairs

Take note of these maintenance tips

Riders out there, it's not time to let your guard down just yet. As of the last update, local volcanologists have warned that a hazardous explosive eruption of Taal Volcano is imminent, so be extra cautious and avoid going out altogether,

Know yourself, know your bike, know your ride

Imagine spending a long vacation ride with friends. You plan so far ahead and have everything already set up on your journey when the worst possible scenario happens: Your bike stops running in the middle of the trip. In the event of

No need to travel 300km to Manila for Yamaha motorbikes

Yamaha Motor Philippines (YMPH) sure knows how to start the year big. Just recently, it launched its 2019 sales offensive by establishing more dealerships outside of Metro Manila, particularly in Bicolandia, where another new Yamaha Revzone showroom has opened its doors to

Ignoring these will cost you

You're grateful that lady luck was on your side.You must be feeling so relieved after enduring gutter-deep floods on your way home from the office, and all you want to do is rest. Soaked after riding through a heavy

Improper cleaning might do more harm than good

We all want our motorcycles to look good and last a long time. Although many motorbikes now are becoming affordable, these two-wheelers still require proper maintenance and grooming to preserve them.But washing and cleaning a motorcycle requires some caution as

We're no damsels in distress

We're seeing more fellow lady motorcycle riders on the streets. Whether they're riding for passion or out of necessity, it is important that we don't just balance the bike and ride. We should also learn how

Are you guilty of any of these?

Riding a motorcycle is one of the most rewarding and fun means of getting around our congested streets. Whether as a hobby or out of necessity, the increasing number of bikes on our roads also means that there are more and more

Don’t be impulsive when choosing

Okay, you succumb to love at first sight. You are mesmerized, awed and magnetized by your dream motorbike, which you purchased in cash and is now waiting for a ride home. You promise to stick to it, for better or for worse.

Riders, let’s all make this a habit

A rider can always just hop on his bike and zoom off. But for a safe and hassle-free ride, he should habitually conduct proper check-up of his motorcycle before taking off. When I took the Basic Safety Riding Course offered

It's more work than you think

The motorcycle has become quite popular these days. From congested city streets to wide open highways, nothing screams freedom more than cruising on any two-wheeler.Just like any vehicle, these bikes need a good washing or detailing from time to time.