with a torque wrench. Refit the sump plug - with a new washer - and torque that up correctly too.5. Refill with the correct amount of oil and refit the filler cap. Then start the engine and check the level according to the instructions you'll find

to the filter.You'd also do well to get a decent torque wrench and all the relevant torque settings. Oil filters often need tightening to a specific torque, not just 'hand tight'. Torque wrenches aren't entirely cheap but are a sound investment. A workshop

to access its nuts.6 Refitting is a reversal of removal but use some threadlock and torque the nuts up proper. Some bikes have tab washers here. You might need new ones.7 Wheel in and break out the chain breaker. This is a professional one from Regina

1 Release the pinch bolts and set the bars so they're in a comfortable position when standing up. Re-tighten by nipping the bolts up, then torquing to the correct setting.2 Ditto the brake and clutch levers, and brush guards, if fitted. Don't over

. Make sure all the spacers go back in the right order.10. Take it off the stands and tighten everything up to the correct torque. Remember to pump the brakes to push the pads back in place.

to the pistons before pushing them back in.9. Fit the new pads putting a smear of copper grease on the back where they contact the caliper. Refit the pad pin, again with copper grease applied to it.10. Refit the calipers and torque up the bolts. Don

visible friction material. Here's some. The brake caliper torque arm amust be securely fastened too9 Lift the back of the bike to check for play in the suspension bushes, then bounce it to check suspension action, then do the same up front (the bouncing

.motrax.co.uk). You'll also need a fairly large socket to undo the rear wheel spindle nut (and maybe a special tool if you've got a single-sided swingarm Ducati or Triumph), something to undo the front calipers, a torque wrench (in an ideal world) and a spot of grease

and block the exhaust with your hand to check for leaks or blowing elsewhere in the system. Any leaks mean a fail. At the back, check the tyre, wheel and wheel bearings as per the front, and make sure the brake torque arm (if there is one) is secure. Sitting

if there are new friction plates left over - some kits provide more than needed10 Refit the pressure plate - it may only go on in one position - and fit the new springs. Do up the bolts to the specified torque setting11 Clean up the crankcase then fit the new