mains power where the bike is parked2 Keep the battery terminals and leads (shown here) corrosion-free. Clean them up with a wire brush, then coat with grease, Vaseline or Würth's battery terminal spray3 Bulb bases are usually made of cheap metal

one. Remove the relevant fuse and check that the wire running through the centre is still in one piece; if not, replace the fuse.If all is well in the fusebox, have a closer look at the bulb. The soft solder at the base can sometimes wear down so

the shaft's splines.4 Lockwire the grips in place, ideally using proper lockwire pliers. Make sure the ends of the wire aren't positioned where they can dig into your fingers or palm.5 Clean the air filter, using foam filter cleaner, then re

before you get this far.10. Pull the top fairing forward and feel for resistance - you may have missed a fastener, rubber gromit or wiring connector block.11. Fuel tank next - in this case a dummy cover. If it's a 'real' tank be careful with the fuel

1 Here's where it all begins. Before you go further, measure how much of the fork leg protrudes above the top yoke so they can be re-fitted in the same position. Also check the routeing of all cables and wiring. Take a snap with a digital camera

keep them in place lock-wire tightly at three points along the grip. Make sure the wires' ends are at the rear of the grip so their sharp points don't pierce the palm of your hand.Gear lever position is equally important. There will be plenty of times

-flow pipes and wires that attach the carbs to other things on the bike. Why do carbs have wires going to them? Some have carb heaters, to stop carb-icing in winter, and some have sensors. It may not be necessary to disconnect all the fuel overflow pipes, some

to come off before the panels.Once all the fixings have been removed the panels can be lifted away. If there is resistance the chances are you have missed one or two fixings or a push-fit locating lug. Indicator wiring may also need disconnecting

to unbolt the front brake calipers, pull them clear of the discs and unclip their hoses from the mudguard. It's a good idea to support the calipers using a cable tie or piece of wire so as not to stress the hoses. Next, remove the front wheel, which we

pressure.While we're down there, check the wheel. If it's got wire spokes make sure none are loose, damaged or missing. Otherwise check for cracks, buckles or signs of warping. Check the brake discs, again for warpage, cracks or excessive wear. Squeeze