| You can have enormous fun on a dirt bike but before | | | | there are no dents in the rim release air and lead to |
| you set out on your first ride you must be aware of | | | | flat tires. |
| how to keep yourself safe. It is essential to wear the | | | | Protective Gear |
| correct safety gear, including an approved helmet, and | | | | Safety gear will help to help keep you uninjured if you |
| to make sure that your bike is properly maintained. It is | | | | have an accident or come off the bike. Take care that |
| also a good idea, on extended trips, to carry some | | | | it fits well as as helmets and clothes that fit poorly |
| navigation equipment with you to make sure you don't | | | | won't offer you adequate protection. Please wear an |
| get lost! Once you have made sure that you will be | | | | approved helmet that has not been involved in a crash. |
| safe on your dirt bike ride you can have fun while | | | | This can result in unseen damage that, while not |
| being comfortable and safe. | | | | obvious, may result in the helmet not protecting you |
| Maintenance of Your Dirt Bike | | | | properly just when you most need it. Wear in addition |
| The most important thing to take into account is that | | | | to elbow and knee pads for added safety if you fall |
| you maintain your bike correctly and it is in ideal | | | | off. Damaged or worn gear will need to be replaced. |
| condition. Dirt bikes meet harsh, dirty conditions hence | | | | Your safety is extremely important and you should |
| upkeep is particularly important. A bike that is not | | | | never try to save money on this type of gear. |
| looked after properly will be very frustrating for the | | | | Supplies |
| rider and will be a danger to yourself and all those near | | | | Make sure you have plenty of provisions for your |
| you. If embarking on a long tour or on an excursion | | | | excursion and to cope in an emergency. Your supplies |
| that will take many days this will be even more vital. | | | | should include food, fuel and water. Should you be |
| You should always carry out a comprehensive | | | | stuck far from from civilization you will be pleased you |
| inspection of your dirt bike before you start out and | | | | packed enough water and food! Also pack a small |
| correct any problems you find. Then your journey will | | | | first aid kit and restore those things you use |
| be safe and you won't be stranded by a problem with | | | | immediately. A small flashlight is also a good idea. |
| your bike. | | | | Don't Get Lost! |
| The following are basic maintenance tips: | | | | Prepare for the trip by studying a map of the route to |
| * Change the oil and oil filter frequently. These need to | | | | prevent you from easily getting lost. You do not want |
| be replaced much more frequently than for a street | | | | to have to call emergency services just because you |
| motorcycle using a good quality oil specially made for | | | | didn't know the area! It is important to always make |
| motorcycles. | | | | sure you tell someone of your trip's route and how |
| * Change the air filter often. Dirt bikes are ridden in a | | | | long it will take. There are many areas where mobile |
| dirty environment which makes sure that the air filter | | | | phone service may not be accessible and should an |
| will become blocked quickly which can lead to damage | | | | emergency occur you may not be able to call anyone. |
| to the engine. | | | | If at all possible carry a GPS navigator with you, with |
| * Examine the tire pressure and the tires. Ensure the | | | | spare batteries, to make certain you won't get lost. |
| tires have no worn spots or cuts and replace them at | | | | Conclusion |
| once if they become damaged. | | | | Dirt biking is exciting and fun as long as you prepare |
| * Make certain that the brake fluid is topped up often | | | | appropriately before you go! Be careful not to be a |
| and is clean and that the when the brakes are applied | | | | hazard to yourself and others by not following the |
| the wheels lock correctly. | | | | factors presented above. |
| * Test for missing spokes on the wheels and ensure | | | | |