SD Motorcycles Workshop

ALL OUR MOTS ARE CARRIED OUT BY
DVSA (FORMALLY VOSA) APPROVED TECHNICIANS

Motorcycle MOTs and Servicing in Chesterfield, Derbyshire

As well as buying your new motorcycle from SD, we can help keep it running the way it should. Our on-site, fully trained technicians can carry out your annual service, upgrade parts, performance upgrades, repair work, MOT or change wearable items such as tyres, brake pads, chains etc in our purpose-built workshop. We also use up-to-date diagnostic software to keep your machine on the road.  

We can work on all motorcycle makes and models whether purchased from us or not to offer a low-cost way of keeping your bike ready for the road. We offer a high-quality alternative to main dealer servicing and pricing. Please get in touch today for more information or to book your bike in. 

This motorbike MOT checklist is only for solo motorbikes.
If your motorbike has a sidecar fitted separate regulations will apply.
The MOT tests some essential items on your motorcycle to check that they meet legal standards.
It isn’t the same as having your vehicle serviced and doesn’t check its general mechanical condition.
The test doesn’t cover the condition of the: engine, clutch or gearbox
Contact us and our specialists will be available to offer further guidance.

Motorcycle MOT - What gets checked?

These will be inspected to check: - their condition - that they work properly - that they’re secure - that the headlamp(s) are the correct colour - the rear lights, indicators and reflectors The headlamp(s) will also be checked to see if the aim is correct.
These will be inspected to check: - their condition - that forks, handlebars, grips mountings, head bearings, swinging arm, shock absorbers and damping effect etc are secure and work properly
These will be inspected to check: - their condition - that they’re secure - the size and type - correct fitment - the tread depth - the valve condition
This will be inspected to check: - that it’s free from cracks - for damage - for distortion - for corrosion which is likely to affect the steering or braking
This will be inspected to check: - the condition - the operation and performance (the efficiency test) - the brake controls
This will be inspected to check: - it’s secure and complete - it’s not too noisy
This will be inspected to check: - for leaks - the security of its components
These will be inspected to check: - for the presence of a rider’s seat - that any seat is attached securely
These will be inspected to check for the correct alignment of front and rear wheels.
These will be inspected to check: - for secure attachment - alignment - the suspension - the wheel bearings - wheel alignment - the lights and tyresLorem ipsum..
This will be inspected to check: - that it works properly - it’s suitable for the vehicle
These will be inspected to check that they’re present and legible.
These will be inspected to check: - that the chain isn’t too loose, tight or worn - that the sprockets aren’t too worn - that the chain guard is secure
This will be inspected to check that it works properly.
This will be inspected to check that it isn’t so bent, damaged or shortened that it can’t easily be used.
These will be inspected to check that they’re present and fitted securely.
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