Motorcycle Mechanics test, maintain, service and repair engines on a variety of vehicles including motorcycles, scooters, forklifts, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles and, in some cases, even lawn equipment, small marine engines and pumps. They work on mechanical and electrical system parts and components using hand tools and, increasingly, electronic diagnostic equipment. Motorcycle Mechanic is a nationally designated trade under the Inter-provincial Red Seal program. (Find out about Red Seal in the Trades Lingo section.)

What do these workers do?
(Source: BC Work Futures)

Tune and perform service work on vehicles. Routine maintenance and scheduled servicing are needed to keep vehicles running and to ensure they last a long time. Manufacturers suggest service intervals and describe the work that should be done at these intervals.

Order parts and track down hard to find equipment. Knowledge about new and used parts can be an advantage when you have to track down the right part at a reasonable price for your customer.

Keep accurate and detailed service records.

Note wear patterns and make maintenance recommendations. With experience in the service and mechanic trades you will begin to recognize patterns of component wear and make predictions about the problems indicated by certain types of wear. With this knowledge you can recommend early replacement of parts or suggest specific maintenance programs.

Communicate with customers. Your ability to communicate technical information in ways your customers can understand will help them make informed decisions.

Stay current on technical bulletins. Vehicle manufacturers frequently issue service bulletins and your job will be easier if you stay current with them.

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