Carry out routine motorcycle maintenance

​This standard is about conducting routine examination, adjustment and replacement activities as part of the periodic servicing of motorcycles.  

P6.1 the manufacturer’s approved *examination methods
*P6.2 your workplace procedures

P6.3 health, safety and environmental requirements

P9.1 the particular service interval 

P9.2 working methods and procedures 

P9.3 use of equipment

P9.4 the tolerances for the motorcycle

P10 record the details accurately and take action which complies with the customer’s instructions where system adjustments cannot be made within the manufacturer’s specification

P11 work in a way which minimises the risk of damage to the motorcycle and its systems

P12 use suitable testing methods to accurately evaluate the performance of all replaced and adjusted components and systems, prior to returning the motorcycle to the customer

P13 promptly report any problems or issues relating to the motorcycle’s condition or conformity to the relevant person(s) 

P14 ensure your maintenance records are accurate, complete and promptly passed to the relevant person(s)  in the format required

P15 complete all motorcycle maintenance activities within the agreed timescale

P16 promptly report any anticipated delays in completion to the relevant persons(s) 

K4.1 recording motorcycle maintenance work and any variations from the original motorcycle specification

K4.2 the referral of problems

K4.3 reporting delays to the completion of work

K5 the importance of documenting motorcycle maintenance information

K6 the importance of working to agreed timescales and keeping others informed of progress

K7 the relationship between time and cost

K8 the importance of promptly reporting anticipated delays to the relevant person(s) 

Use of technical information

K9 how to find, interpret and use sources of current technical information for scheduled maintenance activities, including on-board diagnostic displays

K10 the importance of using the appropriate sources of technical information

K11 the purpose of and how to use identification codes

Motorcycle system operation

K12 how engines/powertrains, cooling systems, intake and exhaust systems, fuel systems and ignition systems operate for the type of motorcycles on which you work

K13 how clutch assemblies, clutch operating systems, manual gear boxes, automatic gear boxes, constantly variable transmission, drivelines and hubs (if appropriate) and final drive assemblies operate for the type of motorcycles on which you work

K14 how suspension systems, steering systems, braking systems, non-electrical body systems, wheels and tyres operate for the type of motorcycles on which you work

K15 how batteries, starting systems, charging systems, lighting systems and ancillary equipment operate for the type of motorcycles on which you work

K16 the operating specifications and tolerances for the type of motorcycles on which you work

Routine maintenance requirements

K17 how to conduct scheduled, routine examination methods and assessments against motorcycle specifications to identify damage, corrosion, inadequate fluid levels, leaks, wear, security problems and general condition and serviceability

K18 how to check and make adjustments to clearances, settings, alignment, pressures, tension, speeds and levels relevant to the engine, transmission, frame and electrical systems and components

K19 the difference between a faulty component and a dangerous component 

K20 how to safely remove, store, replace and inspect fairings, tanks, seats and guards

K21 how to replenish and replace routine service components and materials, including filters, drive systems, lubricants and fluids

K22 how to recognise cosmetic damage to motorcycle units and components which do not fall within normal service items

K23 how to identify codes and grades of lubricants

K24 how to work safely avoiding damage to the motorcycle and its systems

1.1 motorcycle technical data

1.2 schedules of inspection

1.3 regulations

1.4 onboard data

2. Examination methods are:

2.1 sensory

2.2 functional

2.3 measurement

3. Assessments are for:

3.1 malfunction

3.2 damage

3.3 fluid levels

3.4 leaks

3.5 wear

3.6 security

3.7 condition and serviceability

3.8 conformity

3.9 necessity for adjustment(s)