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10/15/2022
Autumn is the perfect time to take your motorcycle out of the garage to ride before winter comes. So, Esyntheticmotoroil in Fairfield Township has a few pointers to get your motorcycle fall-ready.

Visit Esyntheticmotoroil in Fairfield Township online store, or call (513) 348-0758 if you’re looking for an approved AMSOIL dealer to equip you with the most versatile supplies to get your motorcycle fall-ready.

; The fall months are ideal for getting out and exploring different places or routes with your best two-wheeled companion. If you haven't used your motorcycle for months, it might be better to check the vehicle's essential elements to ensure that everything is in perfect condition.

Doing Tire Checks

The correct road adherence is paramount to ensure your safety when driving a motorcycle. You should periodically check the condition of the tires and confirm if they are properly inflated or if they are worn out or aged. To get your motorcycle fall-ready, you must ensure the proper tire balance. It's one of the fundamental safety factors. Also, if you have to replace your motorcycle's tires, let yourself be advised by professional mechanics and maintenance specialists. In the same way, opting for the tire change will vary if you have a classic or custom motorcycle or if you enjoy driving sports or competition motorcycles instead.

Check the Battery Status

If you haven't used your motorcycle during the summer months, the vehicle's battery may have a low charge, so you must run a few check-ups to avoid getting stranded! A low battery charge can also be attributed to short trips that are not long enough for the battery's charging system to sustain or restore a healthy energy cycle.

Keep an Eye on the Exhaust

Figuratively speaking, let your bike do the talking and listen to the kind of noise it makes when starting. Now, ask yourself if the noise is different and excessive, or is the smoke coming out of the tailpipe darker than usual? If so, it's time for you to go to a specialized motorcycle maintenance center to have your traveling companion checked out. Also, don't forget to keep an eye on the brake pads and discs. These pieces tend to wear out over time and use. Caring for the motorcycle's braking system and the periodic brake fluid check are essential steps to ensure your motorcycle's longevity.

Visit Esyntheticmotoroil in Fairfield Township to get familiar with AMSOIL’s family of products. Or, reach out to them by calling (513) 348-0758 and prep your motorcycle with a synthetic oil change.

Make a Proper Seasonal Kit

The fall season is just around the corner, and it's best to start thinking about adapting your kit for this time of year and check the weather forecast to see how much the temperatures will plummet when the rain comes. So, if you want to continue riding a motorcycle, it is best to adapt your summer motorcycle gear to one that better protects you from the cold and the rain.

Look for Waterproof Garments

First, it's a good idea to look at waterproof garments and try them on to see if they fit you. If you have motorcycle gear at home that you can wear in autumn but that is thin or a bit short to wear on rainy days, you can complement it with gloves and knee-high boots that help you get through light rainy days without fear of water seeping into your suit.

Wear Clothing with Reflective Elements

Another of the changes you must consider when entering autumn is the decline in daylight hours and, consequently, the decrease in visibility. For this reason, it's crucial to wear equipment that makes you more visible to other drivers and gives you optimal visibility on the road. An excellent way to improve visibility is by wearing clothing in bright colors or with reflective elements in crucial areas such as the head, neck, arms, back, chest, legs, and feet.

Boots, Gloves, and Leg Covers

Hands, legs, and feet suffer the most when temperatures drop, so you shouldn't neglect them. You can find winter clothing for bikers that suits your needs. Look for good boots and, above all, suitable gloves. Remember that the cold in your hands can cause a loss of control of the motorcycle, which leaves you at risk of having severe problems since your immediate muscle reaction capacity decreases significantly due to the cold. Maintaining the temperature of your hands while driving is essential for your safety, so equipping yourself with several gloves to use the most appropriate depending on the season will always be a good decision.

Using Amsoil’s 20W-50 Synthetic V-Twin Motorcycle Oil in your motorcycle will decrease wear and protect the engine. Esyntheticmotoroil in Fairfield Township offers a complete range of synthetic oils. Reach out by calling (513) 348-0758 or visit AMSOIL’s website to learn more ways to get your motorcycle fall-ready.