Jonny491
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_Iain_
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Literally anything.
Need to be more specific as to how the bike is running.
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Just the Facts
In identifying the problem, describe both the existing outside conditions (road and weather) and your vehicle's conditions. The latter would include speed driven and load (such as accelerating from a stop, decelerating to a stop, negotiating curves, open road passing, steady cruising, towing, etc.). You should also note what accessories (such as air conditioning) were in use, plus pertinent information from the instrument panel gauges and warning lamps. It's also helpful to know maintenance records, how long the vehicle had been in operation since starting it, and where the last tank of gas was purchased.
Note a Pattern?
Note whether the problem is intermittent or constant. This can be as obvious as hearing a shrill squeal every time the brakes are applied while rolling, or as nebulous as, for instance, noticing a lack of power while accelerating up a particular hill with not more than one-quarter of a tank of gas indicated on the panel gauge. A pattern exists with both of these symptoms, but the second one would require more observation, and more time, obviously. Whether you want to pay for a professional to make this kind of observation, or you prefer to do it yourself depends on your own resources. Suffice is to say that the senses of sight, smell, touch and hearing all come into play when gathering information on a problem. Once you feel you've gathered enough information, you're ready to pay a visit to the repair shop. But how do you go about giving this information to the service professional?
Don't Assume
Instead of asking for a specific repair procedure, start by describing the basic symptoms as noted above, and let the pros ask any further questions, also letting them suggest the solution. If diagnostic tests are suggested, it's alright to ask what those tests specifically accomplish. There are many set procedures generally recognized in the repair industry, and if you ask for them, you may just get them without further advice from the pro, i.e., the engine is running roughly, so you ask for a tune-up. Problem is, that may not solve the malfunction. For instance, what may appear to be a fuel clog may be an electrical malfunction, or vice versa. |
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Please be aware that the above post may be full of complete nonsense.
Riding: '07 KTM Duke II, Baotian BT49QT-20 Driving: '88 Volvo 340
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