Should You DIY Your Motorcycle Repair?

Repairing your motorcycle yourself is a great way to save money and guarantee that the job is done correctly. However, a bad repair can result in a visit to the mechanic’s shop that could be double the cost than if you had left the issue to the professionals in the first place. To help you decide whether or not to DIY your next bike repair we’ve written up the helpful article below!

Cost

One of the most important things to consider when deciding between a professional and an at-home repair is the overall cost. If the repair requires you to purchase a number of new tools and replacement parts, a professional repair may end up being the better deal. However, there may be an exception to this rule if the repair is a common occurrence like changing a tire or the oil in your motorcycle.

Experience

When deciding how cost-effective an at-home repair is you’ll also need to consider the worst-case scenario: If you botch the job can you fix it, or afford to have it fixed? It’s not uncommon that technicians go in to fix one problem only to find five more. If you’re not confident in your own abilities, it may be best to leave repairs to the professionals till you get a bit more experience under your belt.

Research

There’s a lot of information out there on how to complete motorcycle repairs yourself. If you’re not too confident in your abilities, but want to give at-home repairs a try, we suggest doing some research. Figure out what tools you’ll need and where all the relevant parts are on your motorcycle. You may find that an expensive repair isn’t as complicated as you thought!

If you’ve decided to have your motorcycle repaired by a professional we encourage you to visit one of our on-site service centers in San Marcos and Corona, California. Or, if you’re nearby in San Diego or Oceanside, California feel free to stop by either of our locations to grab your replacement parts for at-home repairs!