5 easy tips to keep your scooter looking new. Scooter Maintenance Guide & Mileage Boost

Scooters are the cheapest and best option for daily up-down. Youth, women and small families depend on scooters to cover the distance of 20-40 kilometers daily. Due to city dust, pollution, rain and heavy traffic, scooters also have to face minor problems. If you keep it in better condition, the life of the scooter will also increase and it will remain efficient for a longer time.

According to experts, with proper maintenance, the life of the scooter can be doubled, mileage can increase by 20-25 percent and the problem of breakdown is reduced by 80 percent. Every year thousands of scooter owners spend Rs 5-7 thousand on unnecessary repairs. If you also want to keep your scooter always looking new, then just follow five main tips. This will save both your time and money.

Regular cleaning and protection

Wash the scooter thoroughly at least once every week. Use a soft sponge, mild bike shampoo and pressure washer. Especially keep the chain, sprocket, wheel rim and exhaust area clean. After washing, apply a thin layer of silicone spray or WD-40 on the body to protect it from rust and UV damage. In the dusty air of Delhi, this step keeps the paint and plastic parts of the scooter new for 40 percent longer. If you live in an apartment, keep a cover in the balcony. This small work also increases the resale value of the scooter by 15-20 percent.

Engine and Lubricant Maintenance

The engine of the scooter is its heart. Change engine oil every 1500-2000 kilometers. Use 10W-30 or 10W-40 semi-synthetic oil. Old oil overheats the engine and reduces pickup. Also, clean or replace the air filter every 3 months because a dirty filter reduces mileage by up to 15 percent. Spark plugs should also be checked every 8-10 thousand kilometers.

Tyre, Brake and Suspension Care

Check tire pressure every 15 days. In the morning keep front 29-39 PSI and rear 33-35 PSI. Due to low pressure, tires wear quickly and mileage falls. Check brake pads every 8000 kilometers and change brake fluid every two years. Get suspension greasing done every 5000 kilometers. Bad brakes or tires can prove fatal on the road.

Battery and Electrical System

Nowadays most scooters come with dry batteries, but still get the voltage checked every two months. Apply Vaseline on the terminals to prevent rust. If the scooter is to remain stationary for more than 10 days, disconnect the battery. Check headlights, indicators and horn regularly. A weak battery affects the entire electrical system and increases starting problems. With proper battery care, your scooter will start with the first kick in the morning.

Proper storage and long term care

If the scooter is not being used for a long time, keep the tank full, put it on a stand and fill extra pressure in the tyres. Be sure to put a cover. Keep in garage during monsoon and never leave in direct sunlight. Polishing and underbody coating can also be done from the service center. By adopting these five points, your annual expenses can be reduced by 30-40 percent and the scooter will always remain in excellent condition.