Rocker arm is an important component of the rear shock absorber of a motorcycle, which has a significant impact on the smoothness and comfort of the whole vehicle. Extending the service life of rocker arms can reduce repair costs and improve the safety coefficient and reliability of driving. This article will introduce some methods to help you properly protect the rocker arm of the motorcycle rear shock absorber.
- Regular cleaning and lubrication
The motorcycle rear shock absorber needs to be regularly cleaned and lubricated to ensure normal operation. Regularly remove the rocker arm and clean it to remove surface dirt, corrosion and sediment, and inject suitable lubricant into the rocker arm and suspension device. This can effectively reduce friction and wear between parts and maintain the stability of the shock absorber.
- Pay attention to road conditions
The service life of rocker arms is closely related to driving conditions. When driving on bad roads, slowing down to avoid entering the decelerator too fast and reducing the extra pressure on the rear shock absorbers. Choosing a good route to avoid large pothole areas and avoiding weight transfer to the rear wheel to reduce the vibration load during violent driving. Additionally, maintaining the correct tire pressure levels and complying with the manufacturer’s recommended load limits can ensure less additional loads on the shock absorber.
- Detect vehicle failures early and repair them in time
Vehicle problems should be found and addressed immediately. Delaying repairs will increase the wear and tear between system components and produce additional effects on surrounding components, thus shortening the service life of rocker arms and rear shock absorbers. If obvious abnormalities such as engine noise or increased vibration are found, please go to a motorcycle professional maintenance station for inspection or do simple repairs yourself.
Maintaining motorcycle rocker arms is an important part of keeping a motorcycle running normally, reducing vehicle breakdowns, and extending the life of the entire shock absorber system. Regularly cleaning and lubricating the rocker arm, paying attention to road conditions, and detecting and repairing faults in a timely manner are the most basic methods that can also reduce maintenance costs and improve driving safety coefficient and reliability.
