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Preventive maintenance and daily visual inspection help preserve the engine, increase efficiency and avoid damage
São Paulo, May 2025 - Increasingly present in the urban scenario, motorcycles have consolidated themselves as an essential tool for delivery services, being subjected to intense routines in the daily lives of cities. And preventive maintenance is the best ally of the motorcyclist's safety. But visual inspection is also useful - and can be done by the motorcyclist himself.
To increase efficiency and, consequently, the profitability of these professionals, and NGK, Niterra brand specialized in ignition systems, elaborated a list of the main components that can be checked daily through a visual inspection, helping to prevent failures.
1- Tire, that must be properly calibrated and within the wear limits, to ensure good grip to the ground and enable stability during driving and more safety. Sick tires, besides affecting the driving, negatively interfere with fuel consumption.
2- Lighting systems and signaling lights must be aligned and, In case of burn components, The replacement must be immediate. in the end, Low visibility is among the main factors for accidents.
3- Brake system You need to receive a thorough check. Observe the state of the tablets, discos, Brake fluid and rear brake canvas. In emergency situations, a quick and effective reaction can make all the difference.
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4 - Transmission System: In addition to periodic lubrication and clearance adjustment, It is necessary to verify the wear of the components as current, crown and pine nut. Very worn parts can cause current release or disruption and consequently the loss of motorcycle traction.
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5- Engine operation may have failures that are identified through unusual noises or difficulty in departure, FACK FAILURE AND INSTABILITY IN OPERATION. A good condition ensures the best performance, prevents unexpected breaks and contributes to safety and fuel economy, that represents a good part of the cost of a professional rider.
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FAILURE SIGNS
In the frequent use of motorcycles, It is common for the driver to get used to his reactions and noise. That is why, any change in vehicle behavior and the emergence of unusual sounds may indicate an important problem. To avoid failures, It is essential that the maintenance plan is up to date. Given any abnormality, It is essential to bring the motorcycle or scooter to a professional for evaluation.
“Lack of maintenance is a major cause of engine problems. Postpon the change of lubricating oil and oil filter, or the use of the vehicle without air filter is a common practice and harmful to the engine. Furthermore, the habit of accelerating the engine to the rotation limit is another factor that seriously compromises the operation, can generate problems for excessive rotation ”, alerta Hiromori Mori, Niterra Technical Assistance Consultant. “These behaviors can cause premature wear, increase fuel consumption and even damage the exhaust system. Therefore, Responsible driving and preventive maintenance are critical to preserving motorcycle engine life. ”
For low -displacement vehicles, that are usually icylindrical, Maintenance is usually simple and low cost. NGK recommends inspection of ignition candles every 6 months or 6.000 km, what happens first. Beyond conventional nickel ignition candles, Provides the candles of Iridium IX, that provide better ignition, favoring fuel consumption and performance. This type of candle is also available for medium and high -displacement motorcycles and motorcycles, In addition to candles NGK offers a complete line of suppressive terminals, Also known as pipe, that offer excellent tightness avoiding failures on rainy days.
