General maintenance tips and how-to guides — checking your oil, dealing with flood damage and more.
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This article explains the structure and function of major motorcycle components including frame, suspension, engine, wheels, and brakes, and provides maintenance guidelines on how…
Regular motorcycle engine oil changes ensure smooth engine operation and safety. New bikes require oil change at 500-1,000km, then every 2,000km; older bikes need changes every 1,…
Regular scooter maintenance is essential for durability, performance assurance, and longevity. By following manufacturer recommendations and visiting authorized service centers, y…
The motorcycle vehicle identification number (VIN) is essential for registration, transfer, and repair. This guide introduces three ways to find the 17-character VIN: checking dir…
Motorcycle starting failures can result from weak battery, faulty spark plugs, starter system damage, fuel supply issues, or sensor/ECU problems. Solutions include charging/replac…
Yamaha has evaluated the compatibility of its motorcycles with E5 and E10 biofuels following Vietnamese government directives. Motorcycles with electronic fuel injection (FI) syst…
Yamaha announced that motorcycles with electronic fuel injection (FI) systems are fully compatible with E10 fuel, models with carburetors produced after 2017 are compatible with E…
This guide explains technical procedures for handling motorcycles stalled by water submersion during heavy rains and urban flooding. It describes avoiding forced restart attempts…
This guide explains how to handle motorcycles that stall due to flooding during heavy rain and urban flooding. It outlines technical procedures including avoiding engine restart,…
Black smoke from motorcycles indicates incomplete fuel combustion caused by clogged air filters, carburetor issues, fuel system malfunctions, or contaminated fuel. Ignoring this w…
White smoke from motorcycles is commonly caused by oil seeping into the combustion chamber, water or contaminants entering the carburetor/fuel system, dirty air filters, or water…
4-stroke engine oil is a specialized lubricant that provides lubrication, cooling, cleaning, and friction reduction for 4-stroke engines. It meets technical standards such as API…
Engine oil is essential for lubrication, cooling, cleaning, and protection, requiring regular checks. This guide provides detailed instructions for checking motorcycle oil using d…