Being a motorbike owner is not only about having adventures on the road, but also about taking care of your beloved vehicle so that it remains powerful.
One maintenance action that is often overlooked, but crucial, is changing the oil regularly.
Late changing the oil can have serious consequences for various engine components. Let’s explore what components on the motorbike may be damaged due to this negligence.
1. Pistons and Piston Rings
Pistons and piston rings are engine parts that move intensively. Dirty or decomposed oil can increase friction between the piston and cylinder walls, causing faster wear.
2. Bearing and Crankshaft
Bearing and crankshaft are vital parts that ensure the rotational movement of the engine. Lack of proper lubrication due to dirty oil can damage the bearings and crankshaft, causing serious damage to the engine.
3. Cylinder Head and Valves
Oil functions as a lubricant and coolant for the cylinder head and valves. Without adequate lubrication, high temperatures and friction can cause damage to these components, including problems with valve seals.
4. Timing Belt or Chain
Timing belt or chain has a crucial role in synchronizing movement between engine components. Lack of lubrication can cause excessive wear, even the potential to break the timing belt or chain, which can damage the engine’s internal components.
5. Camshaft
The camshaft controls the opening and closing of the valve. Lack of lubrication can damage the camshaft, causing an imbalance in valve operation and disrupting engine performance.
6. Oil Circulation
Dirty oil can contaminate the lubricant holes and clog the oil filter. This can restrict oil flow and cause a lack of lubrication in various engine components.
Changing your oil regularly is not just a routine task, but an investment in the long-term health of your motorbike. Seeing the impact of late oil changes on various engine components, it is important to follow the maintenance schedule recommended by the manufacturer.