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• Park a bike in the sun?
• ‘These’ important parts can gradually deteriorate
• Find out which

Bike Care Tips: At present, the temperature of summer has risen well across the country. The temperature has reached 45 to 46 degrees Celsius. This hot sun is affecting not only the people but also the vehicles running on the roads. Due to rising temperatures in the months of May and June, two-wheelers are suffering a lot. Many employees and citizens park their bikes for hours in the sun for work. However, this can slowly cause some important parts of your bike to fail. Due to this, the cost of maintenance can increase and the pocket will be hit hard.

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These parts are most affected

• Seat and plastic body: The seat of the bike is the most affected by the hot sun. High heat hardens the seat material. This causes the seat to crack within a few days. Apart from this, the plastic parts of the bike, the indicators and the fiber cover of the meter can also fade.
• Tires and air pressure: If the bike is parked in direct sunlight, the air pressure in the tires changes rapidly. The heat can cause the air in the tire to burst and cause the tire to burst or puncture. A tire’s tube can also deteriorate, reducing its grip and life.
• Color of bike: The original color of the car that stays in the sun every day fades. The car loses its luster and starts to look old.

Battery and engine also hit

Many people think that heat only affects the outer parts of the bike. But the hot sun can also damage the internal parts of the bike. High temperature can damage the battery, electric system of the bike. The battery discharges quickly or its performance decreases. Apart from this, if the bike stays in the sun for a long time, the temperature of the engine increases. This directly affects the engine oil. Which can cause engine performance to deteriorate.

What do the experts say?

According to experts, parking a bike in the sun can increase maintenance costs. Experts say to follow some things to avoid this cost.

• Always park the bike in the shade or under a tree.
• If shade is not available, use a quality bike cover.
• Do regular servicing of the bike during summer days.
• Change engine oil on time.

These precautions will keep your bike safe even in the hot sun and your pocket won’t be empty.

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