Tiger Boxer Routine Maintenance

Motorcycles start to wear and go out of adjustment from the day they leave the showroom. And our Tiger Boxer 250 RS is no exception on this phenomenon. Keeping them running smoothly, reliably and safely takes time and effort. Periodically it needs money too. Trying to cut economic corners with maintenance is never a good idea.

The level and frequency of maintenance very much depends on the sort of motorcycle. Robust, low revving tourers, like the Tiger Boxer, won't need anywhere near as much attention as some high-spec, high speed sportsbikes. But the fact is, all bikes need looking after.

Servicing is getting more and more complex to do at home, so decide what you're able to do, and what should be left to an expert. Missing services and checks can lead to problems and inconvenience at best, and accident and injury at worst.

Washing your motorcycle often is a good place to start. Getting into the nitty gritty of a machine will help you spot wear and tear early, giving you a chance to sort it quicker. Keep your eye on chain and sprocket wear and lube them as often as they need it – sometimes more than once a day. Tire pressure checks are a chore, but can make the difference between a good and evil handling motorcycle.

TIP: DO NOT trust the pressure meters at Petrol-stations. Tread depth checks and complete all-round visual inspections for cuts and debris are vital too, as is choosing just the right sort of tires for your motorcycle. Motorcycles need the appropriate sort of rubber to help them perform at their best. Make sure your valve caps are air tight to stop deflation through centrifugal force at very high speed.

Correct oil, and brake fluid levels are essential, and monitoring brake pad and disc wear is crucial. Check can be inconvenient and messy, but they're better than a mechanically-induced crash. If you don't know what to look for then ask a dealer. It might cost you a bit of time and money, but it's always worth keeping your motorcycle in order.