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Just like you use preventive maintenance for your house or car, it is also beneficial for your scooter. By following the following scooter maintenance tips, you will have a reliable means of transportation that will last for years!

Perhaps the most important item of maintenance is to regularly check the oil level and change the oil at frequent intervals. Changing the oil at least every 1000 miles is a good idea. The oil capacity is less than 1 liter and so an oil change costs about $3 and takes about 5 minutes. It’s cheap insurance to keep your engine running for as long as possible. It is also recommended to change the transmission oil every 2000 miles or 6 months. See owners Manuel for your motor scooter.

Having proper tire pressure is very important in preventing accidents and prolonging the use of your tires. Checking your tire pressure is easy to do and should be done regularly. It is also a good idea to check for cracks in the value stem and extensive wear in your tires. Do not risk driving your moped with bad tires, your safety is more important.

One maintenance item many scooter riders ignore is checking the integrity of the frame. Check all hinges, joints, and quick releases and correct any problems before riding again. Your owners manual will provide ideas in what to check. Even though the maintenance schedule states to check bolt tightness every 6 months or 1000 miles, it is certainly a good idea to do it more frequently.

As far as changing your transmission or motor oils, spark plugs, air filters, etc., your owner manual will provide suggested maintenance schedule. Since some specific maintenance on scooters vary from scooter to scooter, check the owner manual for your scooter. By doing a little scooter maintenance regularly. you can avoid expensive repair or replacement cost and prolong your scooter experience.