Motorcycle Testing – Around the machine

Bike Testing - around the machine

Motorcycle MOT Test – 2

Around the machine

d) Lower front wheel and go to right side of vehicle and check:

  1. Frame, VIN, seat and foot rest
  2. Exhaust system
  3. Final drive (if fitted to RHS of machine)
  4. Rear wheel, tyre and brake
  5. Fuel system for leaks, engine running and engine off.

e) Raise the rear wheel and check:

  1. Rear wheel, rear brake/components and tyre condition
  2. Rear suspension and final drive

f) At the rear check:

  1. Rear position lamp(s)/stop lamp(s)/reflectors and indicators
  2. Rear suspension
  3. Registration Plate
 
g) On the left of the machine check:
  1. Frame and Footrest
  2. Exhaust system
  3. Final drive (if fitted to LHS of machine)
  4. Rear wheel and rear wheel brake
  5. Rear tyre
  6. Fuel system for leaks, engine running and engine off.
 
h) At the front of the machine check:
  1. Wheel alignment
  2. Headlamp aim
  3. Brake performance

If a sidecar is fitted it will also be examined in a manner specified by VOSA with respect to Security, Suspension, Wheel Bearings and Wheel Alignment.

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