Motorcycle Inspection Services

BikeNut highly recommends motorcycle pre-purchase inspections are carried out by an experienced, professional motorbike mechanic who is able to offer a trustworthy, honest appraisal of the condition and value of the bike.

BEWARE of services that are nothing more than a visual inspection and test ride, that offer little to the true mechanical condition of the bike.

Inspection services can also assist establishing the credibility of sellers for interstate buyers.

See below for professional services covering pre-purchase / pre-sale motorbike / motorcycle inspections around Australia.

MOTORCYCLE INSPECTION SERVICES

NEW SOUTH WALES

• Motorcycle Inspection Services - offers prompt, professional pre-purchase inspection services in and around Sydney.
• Canberra Motorcycle Service Centre - Pre Purchase Inspections

VICTORIA - MELBOURNE

• Rolling Motorcycle Repairs - Motorcycle services including Pre-Purchase inspections.

QUEENSLAND

• Townsville pre sale motorcycle inspections and secure hand-overs. Covering all areas between Mackay and Townsville including the north QLD inland mining towns. Please call 1300 245 688

• Track Tune Services - Servicing western Brisbane suburbs
• Motorcycle Roadworthys - Licenced mobile motorcycle inspection service covering Greater Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
• Queensland Transport Motorcycle Safety Certificate Inspection

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

WESTERN AUSTRALIA

• Elite Motorcycle Repairs - Experienced mechanical repairs and inspections.

TASMANIA

Motorcycle Inspections

An authoritive inspection service must include a written report detailing the mechanical condition as well as an overall appearance and condition of the motorcycle. The inspection report must highlight any areas of concern, any signs of faults or problems.

The nspection Report must provide a comprehensive analysis of the following areas:

• Engine and exhaust condition
• Body, fairing and panels
• Tyres, wheels and brakes
• Frame, suspension and steering
• Engine and drive train
• Electrical components
• Road test.

A motorcycle inspection service is designed to offer the buyer Peace of Mind, that the bike is what the seller 'says it is' and you are buying is the right bike!

Compliance & Registration Check

Ask whether the inspection service includes a compliance and registration check that guarantees the bike has a valid and compliant set of body and registration numbers and history.

Motorcycle Inspection Advice & Checks

Motorcycle Review Point - Wheels
Make sure there are no impacts on the rim, bent wheels, spoke problems, cracks.

Motorcycle Review Point - Tires
Make sure the tires are the right pressure. Inspect the tires for damage, cracks and deep enough tread (new tires is costly). Old tires are unsafe and absolutely need replacement.

Motorcycle Review Point - Brakes
Brake levers should be smooth with only a little play. Check discs if they are not cut or uneven. Discs are very expensive to replace. Disc pads can be check via a small look in the clamp. Check the right build-up of pressure in the cables and no leaks. Check the reservoir for enough hydraulic fluid.

Motorcycle Review Point - Suspension
Check if coil springs have been broken or have cracks at attachment points. Dry the shocks and the pump them down while sitting on the bike. The movement should be smooth and without any resistance. A small imperfection in the fork legs can lead to leaks. Check if the legs aren’t leaking after the pumps.

Motorcycle Review Point - Steering
The steering should be smooth. So put the bike on the center stand and move the steering – it should feel super smooth. Also get off the motorcycle and lift the front wheel up and down, there should be no movement. Play and vibrations could mean worn bearings.

Motorcycle Review Point - Gauges
Well of course all gauges must be working and you might need to start the engine to check this. What you want to know is that all light and instrument bulbs are working. And not to be tricked by an unhooked indicator light which camouflages a fault.

Motorcycle Review Point - Controls
Jump up on the motorcycle and feel that all the controls are in good working condition. Smooth and easy to use,

Motorcycle Review Point - Engine
I always ask permission to start the engine. And I prefer to do it myself. This way you will feel much better how the motorcycle starts. Before you start check if the engine is already hot or cold. A cold engine might need choke to startup. Notice how smooth the engine runs with and without choke. This is your own judgment. A warm engine should start without choke and run smoothly. Listen to the engine run, this will tell you a lot (let it run for a while). Try to get a cold engine warm and then let it run without choke.

Motorcycle Review Point - Fuel
Open the tank and feel the inside with your finger (no rust?). Does the valve mechanism work smoothly. Look inside with a light. And does the reserve work smoothly?

Motorcycle Review Point - Exhaust
Inspect the whole exhaust system from front to back. Notice that all connections are firm, no rust and leaks. You can check for leaks by holding down the exhaust (watch out if hot) you will hear a leak. Also check for difference in pressure from different exhaust pipes. Blue smoke on a four cylinder is probably burning oil (bad thing). It’s okay on a two stroke engine. Exhaust fumes should not be black (give a little throttle to check). With a cold engine you can expect white fumes but not on a hot engine.

Motorcycle Review Point - Belt drive
Check the belt for cracks and if all the tooth’s are still okay. Also check the sprockets. If a sprocket is sharp it will cut away the drive belt.

PRE-PURCHASE INSPECTION RESOURCES

• motoSearch - Netrider's Inspections & Roadworthy's
• Netrider Services Directory
• Detailed Bike Inspection
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