INTRODUCTION TO
MECHANICS
WEEK 1 LEARN
Working in pairs, students will:
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Discuss tools:
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Wrench vs ratchet, how to use both
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Sizes: Metric / Imperial
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Toolkit etiquette
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Torque
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Left and right threads
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How to operate a motorcycle lift
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Remove seat
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Disconnect fuel rail and remove fuel tank
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Remove rear brake cluster
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Remove front and rear indicators
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Remove front brake lines
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Release rear brake drum mechanism
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Remove front and rear fenders
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Remove chain, rear and front wheels
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Remove kick starter
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Disconnect final drive
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Disconnect electronics
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Drain oil
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Remove oil filter(s)
WEEK 2 BUILD
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Build an understanding of how an engine works:
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Explore the difference between two and four stroke engines
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Valves
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Carburetor
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Fuel injection
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Gear box
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Build an understanding of engine maintenance
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Explore suspension
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Spring rate
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Preload
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Damping
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Rebound
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Explore electronics
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Fuses
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Switches (NO and NC types)
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Types of relays
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Use a digital volt meter
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Explore sprocket sizes
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Build an understanding of chain maintenance, brake pad inspection, maintenance and replacement
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Begin reassembly of the motorcycle
