From the Mobile Service Van
News, routes and practical advice for local riders.
Useful reading for owning, maintaining and riding a motorcycle around Metro Vancouver.
2011 Kawasaki ZX-10R Starter Motor Repair
A 2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R would not crank despite a charged battery. Voltage-drop and direct-power tests confirmed a seized starter motor.
1987 Kawasaki GPZ750 Carburetor Rebuild
A real recovery case: a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ750 returned to service after roughly 15 years in storage with a rebuilt carburetor bank, renewed seals and essential recommissioning work.
BMW R1200 iABS Bypass Repair Case
A real repair case on an older BMW R1200 RT/GS platform with servo-assisted iABS brake faults. The failed ABS hydraulic unit was bypassed and the motorcycle was converted to conventional non-ABS braking.
Ducati Scrambler Clutch Replacement Case
A real EZ Performance repair case: a Ducati Scrambler that would rev but not drive properly due to worn clutch plates, pressure plate grooves and clutch debris.
Motorcycle Checks for the First Dry Ride After Vancouver Rain
What Metro Vancouver riders should inspect after wet storage or several rainy weeks before returning to dry-road riding.
Before a Sea-to-Sky Ride: A Practical Motorcycle Check
A focused motorcycle inspection checklist before riding the Sea-to-Sky Highway or another longer trip from Vancouver.
Four Easy Evening Motorcycle Rides Around Metro Vancouver
Four accessible Metro Vancouver motorcycle ride ideas for evenings when you want a useful ride without committing to a full day.
Spring Motorcycle Service Checklist for Vancouver Riders
A practical spring motorcycle maintenance checklist for Vancouver riders returning a bike to the road after winter storage.
Motorcycle Brake Fluid Service: When Is It Due?
Learn why motorcycle brake fluid absorbs moisture, the warning signs to watch for and when Vancouver riders should book a brake flush.
Why Mobile Motorcycle Service Works for Vancouver Riders
Discover how mobile motorcycle service in Vancouver saves towing, waiting-room time and unnecessary transportation.
Maintaining a Motorcycle in a Vancouver Condo Parkade
Practical maintenance and service planning for riders who store motorcycles in Metro Vancouver condo parkades.
How Often Should You Change Motorcycle Oil?
Understand motorcycle oil change intervals, short-trip use, storage and why the correct oil and filter matter.
Buying a Used Motorcycle in Vancouver: What to Check
Learn what to inspect before buying a used motorcycle in Vancouver and when to arrange a professional pre-purchase inspection.
Why Your Motorcycle Will Not Start
A practical guide to motorcycle no-start diagnosis, including battery, fuel, ignition and storage-related problems.
What a Motorcycle Parking-Stall Service Call Includes
A practical look at motorcycle service in a condo stall, including parking access, maintenance planning and what to prepare before the visit.
When On-Site Motorcycle Service Saves a Trip
Learn when mobile motorcycle repair makes sense, from routine maintenance to diagnostics, inspections and selected repairs.
When to Replace Motorcycle Brake Fluid
A rider's guide to brake service warning signs, brake-fluid maintenance and when to book a mobile inspection.
How to Choose a Mobile Motorcycle Mechanic
Use this checklist to choose a mobile motorcycle mechanic based on service scope, diagnostics, communication and location readiness.
What a Motorcycle Service Visit Needs to Work Well
Learn when mobile motorcycle repair works well in parking lots, home garages and storage spaces.
How to Keep Motorcycle Maintenance Simple
Learn how mobile motorcycle maintenance can cover oil service, inspections, brake checks and other on-site appointments.
What a Pre-Ride Motorcycle Inspection Should Cover
A focused guide to mobile motorcycle inspections before a long trip, after storage or before a used-bike purchase.
How to Diagnose a Motorcycle No-Start Problem
Learn how no-start testing, battery checks and fuel diagnosis work on site.
What Changes When a Motorcycle Has Been in Storage
Learn how to inspect stored bikes, seasonal maintenance, battery checks and inspection appointments.
What to Check After a Motorcycle Comes Out of Storage
A rider guide to mobile motorcycle service after storage, including checks for battery, fluids, tires and chain condition.
When to Change Motorcycle Brake Fluid
Learn how brake fluid ages, what warning signs to watch for and why regular replacement matters for motorcycle braking performance.
Why Motorcycle Oil Service Matters on Short Trips
Understand how short rides, storage and riding conditions affect motorcycle oil service timing and why the filter matters too.
What a Motorcycle Battery Test Reveals
Learn what battery testing can show about motorcycle starting problems, charging issues and storage-related electrical problems.
Why Motorcycle Chain Service Matters
Learn how chain wear, lubrication and alignment affect smooth power delivery, especially on bikes ridden in wet Vancouver traffic.
What a Pre-Purchase Inspection Should Cover
A practical look at what an inspection should include before buying a used motorcycle and why a written report helps.
How to Spot Clutch Slip on a Motorcycle
Understand the common signs of clutch slip, why it happens and how to tell it apart from normal power delivery changes.
When to Service Motorcycle Coolant
See why coolant age matters, how overheating starts and what to check before a warm-weather ride or long commute.
What a Battery Tender Does for a Stored Motorcycle
Learn why a tender helps battery health during storage, how it differs from a charger and when a battery still needs testing.
How to Check Motorcycle Tire Pressure
A clear look at why tire pressure changes feel different on a motorcycle and how to check it before a ride.
Why Spark Plugs Affect Starting and Fuel Use
See how worn spark plugs change starting behavior, idle quality and fuel use on motorcycles that are ridden regularly or stored seasonally.
What to Check After Heavy Rain
A practical guide to the parts of a motorcycle that deserve a quick look after wet roads, puddles and spray.
How Storage Changes Motorcycle Maintenance Needs
See why a motorcycle that sits for months needs a different maintenance routine than one that is ridden every week.
When Carburetor Cleaning Is Worth Doing
Learn the symptoms that point to carburetor cleaning or a deeper rebuild, and why small fuel issues are easier to solve early.
What a Thorough Pre-Ride Check Should Cover
A simple guide to the parts worth checking before every ride so small issues do not turn into roadside problems.