I really liked the title to the thread "Cramming for my electric finals". Being a part of this forum has been like going to "GS" university. Of course, one might ask the question; "I just want to ride, and not diddle around with all this mechanic work?" I have thought that myself. However, I have really discovered a new joy and that is the joy of being able to work on my bike myself. It is at times frustrating...but mostly very fulfilling. Especially with all the help on this forum. I have also found that no one will really know my bike better than me because I am the one riding it!
Mark Zimmerman in The essential guide to motorcycle maintenance writes: "Why perform your own maintenance, you might ask? A fair question, especially if you normally have the family sedan, your motorcycle, or your lawnmower serviced by a professional. The best answer is that to become a proficient motorcyclist requires a fair amount of human/mechanical interaction, and by performing your own basic maintenance you'll gain a much better understanding of how motorcycles function. You also develop a much better feel for the health of your bike. In time you'll be able to sense a small problem developing and deal with it before it becomes a big one, or worse, a serious safety issue." (p. 7)
So I want to thank all my professors on this site for allowing my to join "GS" university and being patient as I ask simple questions and cram for the next final.
Have a great day!
Rick
Mark Zimmerman in The essential guide to motorcycle maintenance writes: "Why perform your own maintenance, you might ask? A fair question, especially if you normally have the family sedan, your motorcycle, or your lawnmower serviced by a professional. The best answer is that to become a proficient motorcyclist requires a fair amount of human/mechanical interaction, and by performing your own basic maintenance you'll gain a much better understanding of how motorcycles function. You also develop a much better feel for the health of your bike. In time you'll be able to sense a small problem developing and deal with it before it becomes a big one, or worse, a serious safety issue." (p. 7)
So I want to thank all my professors on this site for allowing my to join "GS" university and being patient as I ask simple questions and cram for the next final.
Have a great day!
Rick
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