Regular checks of your motorcycle are very important in the maintenance and mechanics of the machine. This is amplified even further when the bike has been locked away for a long period of time over the winter months.

Doing anything to your motorcycle is a much-anticipated task, and do ensure it is not on the "to do list." Make sure it is the number one to do item on your list.

You should be checking the mechanical and electrical components of the bike and then also brush up on your basic riding skills before taking up any long journey after any absence from riding. The old saying ‘you never forget how to ride a bike’ is true, but just because you can ride the bike, it does not mean that you are riding safely.

Checking your bike will also reduce chances of an MOT failure, so it is strongly recommended that you do this regularly.