⚡Complete Guide to T-CLOCS Motorcycle Inspection Checklist for Ultimate Safety⚡
Автокөліктер мен көлік құралдары
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In this video, we'll walk you through the essential steps of conducting a thorough TCLOCS inspection on your motorcycle. TCLOCS stands for Tires, Controls, Lights, Oil, Chassis, and Stands, and it's a critical safety check that every rider should perform regularly. Our expert guide will take you through each of these key areas, showing you what to look for and how to identify any potential issues. We'll cover everything from checking tire pressure to inspecting brake pads, so you can be confident that your bike is in top condition before hitting the road. Whether you're a seasoned rider or new to the world of motorcycles, this video is a must-watch for anyone who takes safety seriously.
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ASK YOUR FRIENDS ...did you go over your bike!?!?!? Did you do your T-CLOCS this year? Share the video with them or even help go over it with them! IT COULD SAVE A LIFE! Lets keep them tight and ensure we all have a safe riding season! Be safe and keep your knees in the breeze my friends! 👉👉 Make sure to like this video, subscribe to our channel, and hit the notification bell to stay updated with our latest content. Share your thoughts and questions in the comments section below.
@engscott78
Жыл бұрын
What if we don’t have friends?
@BustedKnuckleMotorcycle
Жыл бұрын
Went riding a couple of weeks ago and found a slice going across the tire when I stopped to put air in the tire. Luckily I have the tire and wheel package and I was out the door for nothing
@Litehousenation
Жыл бұрын
@@engscott78 then I suppose it doesn't apply. Great question ⁉️😅 🏜️✊🏼
This is my second Harley and I started doing all my own maintenance. Just got a new lift table and I appreciate all your help. Your videos are awesome.
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Very nice...love the lift, specially since im not getting any younger and crawling around on a floor doesn't sound so great lol
Thanks for doing this one!
THANKS FOR THIS INFO!!! Great video!
@sikbaggers
Ай бұрын
Youre very welcome!
TY Steve for the information
Excellent video Steve !!!
@sikbaggers
2 ай бұрын
thank you! Glad to help!
I was finally able to get my first ride of the season yesterday. Good info thanks Steve
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Yes sir chris and thank you for checking it out!
You are a great mechanic Steve, I did not know about tire pressure specs on the frame! Great info for safety..Tire pressures reduce frequently in Florida. I have also bought a handful of AdvanBlack items. Keep up the great work!❤
Really appreciate this video. Just learned to ride last year at the age of 49. Pretty much first thing I bought after buying the bike was the service manual (I like a printed copy). Here in Canada should be able to get back on the road for the new season within the month. Seeing what needs to be done in conjuction with the manual is absoluely invaluable to me and gives me a bit more confidence that I’m taking good care of the bike.
@sikbaggers
4 ай бұрын
yes sir...I have a lot of hard copies as well..just expensive lol But yes they provide everything one would need to know. Particularly valuable for torque specs!
Thanks for the reminder Steve!
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Yes sir! Be safe!
Great advice thank you definitely learned something today
@sikbaggers
Ай бұрын
Youre very welcome!
Thanks man got a new softail slim and got all good info from your vidieo.
@sikbaggers
Ай бұрын
very cool! Make sure to check out our maintenance videos on the softails..brakes, 3 hole oil changes, aligning rear wheel, belt tension etc..we have covered a lot...it will save you a ton of money in the long run
Dude, So good! Thanks for the reminder. I printed the checklist and will use it to go through three different bikes this weekend, one of which I’ve been riding through the winter. Thank you!
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Glad to help Paul! That checklist is a great tool to keep it all tight!
great video Steve, this is something i do every spring also. usually have to park the bike in October and then wait for the melt in April. always a good comforting thing knowing you have looked at the major stuff
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for checking it out! And yes doing this a couple of times a year is always a good idea!
I like how he went into detail
@sikbaggers
Ай бұрын
always glad to help! Thank you for checking it out!
Thanks. It is always good to double check these things.
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Youre very welcome!
Appreciate the new season information.
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for checking it out!
One thing I’d definitely add is, checking your steering head bearings adjustment. Do you have a video on the fork oil change for baggers as well as the newer softails? Thank you my friend
Thanks Steve always appreciate the videos
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Youre very welcome!
Thanks for making this informative and helpful video
@sikbaggers
7 ай бұрын
Thank you for checking it out!
Great information Steve. Thanks.
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Youre very welcome!
Good info and video, great for the beginning of the season. I’ll have my bike up on the lift doing a three hole oil change this weekend, going to go over everything you talked about in the video. Thanks again!
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
youtubes been jacked up and im just getting old comment's showing up so I apologize. I always strive to reply to all of my comments. Im glad to hear the video helped and im sure by now you have already done the oil change and I hope everything checked out on your bike! Safe riding!
Perfect! You are very much appreciated Sir. Many thanks.
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
thank you for checking it out!! Keeping them tight is key! Be safe!
Great refresher video Steve thx!!!!
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!! Glad the video helped!
Tom F. Good video, I know a few riders that don't check there tire pressure or any other things you talked about .But most have new bikes and like you said they think nothing can go wrong.More videos like this need to be out there and watched by these riders .RIDE SAFE T.F.
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
unfortunately I see it all the time...brand new bike doesnt mean its ready to ride all the time...kick the tires before you light the fires!
All good T clock's to check.... Thanks for sharing brother👊🏼😎
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Yes sir! Thank you for checking it out!
riding since the 60'. Never heard of TCLOCS. You info was great viewed it multiple times. Never too old to learn...your a great teacher. Super presentation. Thanks Much Jim Housley, St Petersburg, FL
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Glad to help Jim! Im the same way...always wanting to learn something new! Be safe!
Hey Steve I just want to say THANK YOU for your videos and doing what you do, you are one of very few on here who actually respond back and answer comments and questions, there are tons on here who throw videos up just to make, I guess lots of money 💴 and never look at any comments, you have always answered mine and it’s helped me out a lot working on my bikes and if I ever meet you in person I hope to buy you a drink 🥃 or two !
@sikbaggers
8 ай бұрын
Hey Steve! Thank you man..,its been hard to keep up with comments this month due to the garage construction but im trying lol...new videos coming soon!
Glad I found this page , subscribed. Thanks from another Illinois guy
@sikbaggers
3 ай бұрын
Hey Jon! Thanks for checking it out and the sub man. Much appreciated.
Steve - once again. great video. I also have to say I totally forgot about the roll forward on the throttle to shut off cruise. Perhaps it because I barely use cruise but when I have I would tap the brake. Anyhow - looking forward to more great vids and your project ST.
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Pete! I use cruise quite a bit out on the highway and me too...super stoked to get it started, Parts are coming in!
Nice video brother. Thanks for the info!
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Thank you...glad to help!
Another Great Video!!
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Thank you joe!
Nice video thanks 🙏 there’s a couple things I forgot. Appreciate you.😎
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Youre very welcome Brian! Glad to help!
Thank you. This is awesome.
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Youre very welcome!
Outstanding information as always mate! I will be sharing this across my social networks. ✌️🇺🇸🇬🇧🇨🇦
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
I appreciate you brother!!
@TheMilitaryBiker
Жыл бұрын
@@sikbaggers my pleasure mate, great video!
Thank you for a helpful and detailed video.
@sikbaggers
3 ай бұрын
you're very welcome Braden..thanks for checking it out and glad to help!
@sikbaggers
3 ай бұрын
Youre very welcome!
You provide good info on bike upkeep👊🏾
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Great job!!!
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
much appreciated!
Good video and good advice! I take care of a lot of it while I'm waiting for the oils to drain ...
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Yes sir thats a great time to go over everything!
I just posted your video and tagged you on our American Legion Riders page. We are coming up on our first charity ride of the season. Our Battle ride usually draws around 110 to 130 bikes each year. Thank you for all you do Steve. Hopefully, I’ll get a chance to ride with ya someday
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Thank you ryan! much appreciated sir. And yes sir..would be a pleasure!
Thanks a lot Steve.
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Youre very welcome!
Great informative video sir! You gained a subscriber.
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Andy..much appreciated sir.
Excellent video... thanks :-)
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Thank you sir!
Great video! And I would add, check your slip on exhaust. They can come loose as well. Ride safe this season!
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Yes I had that in my video and somehow managed to cut it out...so thank you for bringing it up!
Great info Thanks Great video
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Youre very welcome!
Very valuable information.
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Glad to help!
Great video Steve,my deluxe laid up since October, ready now for riding season ,best wishes mike United Kingdom 🇬🇧
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Yes we are gearing up for riding season here too..its been along winter!
Thanks
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Youre very welcome!
TNX my season started
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Youre very welcome!
During the first wash of this season I happened to notice left side slip-on was loose. Replaced the exhaust clamp since it was re-used after I changed them. So good idea to check exhaust clamps.
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
yes!! One thing I actually had in my video and for some dumb reason I cut it out.
@yanceyboyz
4 ай бұрын
I had a similar thing on my old road king, it was making a racket. My brother actually had his muffler come off on his sporty custom. Very common to shake loose
great video
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Don!
I would recommend these checks every time you do a trip. I had an oil cooler that showed a leak but no oil on the bike or ground just before I'm mean minutes before leaving for Florida from cali. Don't get stuck on the side of the road. Luckily, my dealer had 1 in stock.
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Yes! every time I clean my bikes I will go over these things...once you do it a few times its like second nature and you can get through them pretty quick
Great video, Also check steering head bearings.
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Yes...another good thing to check! Thank you for the recommendation.
Excellent video; great information & content, and presented well! Thank you! Tom M. '23 RG-ST & '23 Softail Standard.
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Tom. Glad the video helped and thank you for the feedback..its much appreciated!
great video as always steve! VERY informative. Wondering what ceiling shop lights your using, they are SIK!!
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Hey thank you! Yes I had originally found them on alibaba....kind of a chineese ebay...the wait was months to get then but the price was excellent! I kind of put it off and then my wife surprised me with them for christmas and she got them from amazon. These are the ones she got. amzn.to/3MKDJFC There are other versions of it and even smaller or larger versions too. So kind of shop around.
Thank you sir
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Youre very welcome!
Great video as always I just like to add to torque your axles your shocks, as you mentioned, your fork pinch bolt even your subframe bolts. Can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen a couple of them loosen up and that holds the whole back of your motorcycle together.
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Great tips! I had a bike in here that had a wheel wobble...ended up being pinch bolts...guy swapped out his cans and just snugged it up...i torued them and boom...fixed.
Very good pre check video. On the kickstand you should also check the top bolt that secured the kickstand cam plate to the actual kickstand. I have seen several bike come through my shop where that bolt is very loose. I make that one of my general checks when a bike is in my shop. So if a bike has a top bolt that and not all do check it to ensure it is tight a not to your viewers.
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
I seriously had that in my video.,..and for some reason after watching it back I cut that and the slip on clamps out of the video...ugh. Thank you for bringing it up!
Just like always, steve. Great video 👍👍 Keep your knees to the breeze.
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
thank you James! be safe!
100% agree
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for checking it out Jerry!
I replaced the stock HD tires and wheels on my '17 Road King. Wen from a 17"F/16"R Dunlop to 19"F/16"R Michellen Commander 3 and upgraded my rims to something easier on the eyes. My frame says 36psi F/40psi R and when the dealership installed the wheels they just went 40/40. Also I added an aftermarket TPMS that connects via Bluetooth to my Android. I use Fubu Bike 2. Saves me a lot of time. BTW, I didn't know that about moving the throttle forward to cancel the cruise control. I thought doing that just turned off the parade mode (ETMS)
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
40/40 is a very common thing you will see people running thier tires at.,..because its easy to remember. and honesly its fine. Loads of people running it like that with zero issues. And and you are right the roll forward will turn on/off the parade mode if you hold it long enough...but just kicking it foward will just kill the cruise. I use my cruise more than I would like to admit lol
the bit about your tire raising up or flattening off on the center has happened to EVERY rear tire on my softail within 8mo of new. i was told its because the sides wear faster because they are softer compound for better cornering grip
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
That should never happen to your tire. I contacted Avon tires about this and they informed me that they quit making that tire and are redoing the form and glues so that this doesn't happen again. Its still not been released yet. I had to go with a Dunlop on the front in replacement which will last me longer but not as smooth as the the softer Avon tire.
Great video bud
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Thank you sir! Just checked out your channel...I havent seen it before...great content..subd! Be safe!
@BustedKnuckleMotorcycle
Жыл бұрын
@SIK Baggers awesome and thank-you sir
I need that hat. Thank you for posting this!
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Youre very welcome! Troll clothing trollcoclothing.com/collections/allheadwear/products/dhcm-meshback
Good video. Thanks for all the information. But 1 question. On the part about wear indicator. Was that a direction indicator that shows the tire to be mounted in the wrong direction?
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
no that is the dunlup logo...the direction indicator is on the sidewall and is a very clear arrow.
Never done this, so needed this, thanks for saving my life. Cheers from communist Canada 🍁 🇨🇦
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Glad to help! In all reality this could take as little as 15 minutes. Keeping your bike tight is key!
Man, you had me going, but for me, motorcycles, are the only thing that saved me from myself, and if there was no consequence to my actions, I would still be stuck in my previous life, so when someone says I have a motorcycle addiction, I say we'll there's a lot worse to be addicted to, ask me how I know"!!!
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
yes there is...I think motorcycles have probably helped a whole slue us from our own demons! be safe!
U sound like the dude from the comedy sitcom "Home Improvement"..loved that show...could u plz do the sound he made at the end..uuuuuh...lol Cool video BTW..
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
LOL thanks! Ill sneak it into one of the videos ahaha...thanks for checking it out!
Steve, can you do a video on flushing brake fluid on a bike with ABS?
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
yes I will be doing one very soon!
Very thorough video. I would just add that it's not a good practice to put your fingers on the braking surface of the rotors.
@sikbaggers
10 ай бұрын
you are correct..use latex gloves in case you ever have grease or oil on your fingers it will subtly effect the braking performance. However your hands wont produce enough natural oils to effect the brakes on a bike...now if you're changing your CCM-R brakes on your Huracán STO right before track day, I would definitely not touch them lol
So I have a 26 inch wheel do I still go by whats on the frame?
@sikbaggers
11 ай бұрын
you can safely run 40 in your front wheel.
Had a guy ride 60 miles to the dealership to sell his motorcycle and when he got there I took it for a test ride before I check the tire pressure which was a mistake. I always check the tire pressure first well needless to say it had 11 pounds of pressure in each tire. The motorcycle shook violently at 20 miles an hour so I don’t even know how he got to the dealership safely. Tire pressure is very important gentleman. And as mentioned in the video it’s right there on the frame not on the tire.
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Yeah ...been there! worked on a few bikes and I always run them down the road before I call the customer...low tire pressure all the time...its like riding on mud sometimes and you know instantly
Years ago I felt something hit me on my leg while riding. Couldn’t tell what it was until I got home and noticed one of the front brake caliper mounting bolts had come loose. No bueno.
@joewreckingballbiden9156
Жыл бұрын
Pull the R saddle bag off and check the bolts on the rear brake caliper. I lost one bolt and the other one was loose.
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Yes so if viewers are reading this...its usually a 10mm 12 point socket ...great idea to check these!
What pressure do you recommend for the fat front tire on the pitbull front end?
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
I run 40/40 on the fat tire kits. front and rear.
@gman2602
Жыл бұрын
@@sikbaggers Great…Thank you
I have not inspected my bike. Glad this video popped up. Ive only been riding a week prior to watching this video.
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
yeah...keep her tight! Any questions on anything [please let me know.
Primary chain
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@sikbaggers
3 ай бұрын
thank you for checking it out Denis!
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I live in south Texas. What are these “seasons” you refer to? It’s January and today it will be 75.😂😂
@sikbaggers
4 ай бұрын
Lucky bro!
I don't know where you found service manuals for free even the downloads are still like 20. I have a Tri Glide my service manuals like $200
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
what year is your bike and ill look and see if I have it
I can't find a free service manual online. Do you have a link?
@sikbaggers
3 ай бұрын
whats your year and model?
@destinationh-d1
3 ай бұрын
@@sikbaggers 2022 street glide special
What lift do you have there sir?
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Its the Aplus lift found here on amazon amzn.to/3MmDi3v
@jeremysharp7079
Жыл бұрын
Thank you sir.
So unlike my 05 Deuce with drain screws in the forks and i can get to the top of the forks , my 2014 Streetglide is a PITA . You have to remove the Batwing AND take the forks out to drain the oil and re-fill because Mr Harley decided not to have drain holes in the forks . To take it to a Stealership its like $600 !!!!! or more to have the front fork oil done 🤬thats at the new rate of $150 an hour . I know no end that let it slide .
@sikbaggers
4 ай бұрын
yeah very different from the touring models and your Duece....it sucks but its still very doable. I feel ya on the hourly rates that why we try to teach everyone at home to basics of working on their bikes. Thank you for checking out the video!
Can’t find a service manual on line for free!! HELP !!
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
What year and model?
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@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
thank you!
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@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
thank you!
Hey that’s my bike on his lift
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
lots more videos coming on this one if you are looking for ideas...stay tuned!
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@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
thank you for the comment and checking out the videos! Much appreciated!
Replace your front with a new rear. More rubber and life
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
mmm i have a road glide with a fat front tire, as it in its a rear flipped backwards...and no i didnt get more life out of it.
Hey Steve I have a whiskey Amber bike too if you really want to make that tank pop a little more change out The tank console to the glossy black it really makes the bike pop
@sikbaggers
Жыл бұрын
Hey Jimmy I do have the glossy black bar and shield on the amber whiskey bike...love it!
@jimmyflowers6597
Жыл бұрын
@@sikbaggers yeah but you should try the tank console it really makes it pop