Since I do as much service and maintenance as I can, here is a homemade Bike Log that I made to replace the written Log that I used to keep. I made that written log book too large to carry all the time, so I'm trying a computer version.
I made the first mistake on an Apple device. I put the first Bike Log in a program called Notes. I accidentally erased all data on one bike and very pointedly discovered that Notes must have been a cruel Apple joke because there was no trashcan to look for things that got thrown away. What doe doe has never had to look in a trash can to retrieve something.
I now put all of my bike information on my log program on an app called (appropriately) Evernote and I make up to date copies. Every once in a while I'll email the notes to myself.
This log is just a little more than an outline and can be a time saver if you want a simple place to put a lot of information. Feel free to copy, send to a friend, rewrite, criticize, or just laugh at. It may even have its share of mistakes. I went just so far in organization and then just shifted to using it, without really completing.
It does come in handy, if you can remember to put the info in the log, rather than wait and try recall later.
Here tis below
______________________
BIKE LOG
Date and time. example (4/19/16 9:43)
BIKE Example ( 1972 R60/5)
MASTER BLANK
MOTORCYCLE LOG & MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Model: ________ Color:_______
Vehicle ID #:________VIN #:____________________
Vehicle License Plate :__________________License renewal date:_________________________
Beginning Mileage: _____________
Price Paid: _____________
Warranty:
Specifications:
Initial Dealer Service @ X,XXX
Recalls:
Next State Vehicle Inspection Due: Date: XX/XX/XXXX
Vehicle Inspection Due
Insurance Carrier
Insurance Policy #
Insurance Renewel Date XX/XX/XXXX
Modifications / Cost
Accessories and Cost:
Notes:
Date and Mileage / Kilometer Record
Date. Mileage Notes
Need to Do: Maintenance etc:
NTD......_____________
NTD......_____________
NTD......_____________
_______________________________________________________________
Sections
1. Routine Item Inspections / Service
2. In Depth Item Inspections / Service
3. Tires and Wheels
4.Engine Oil & Coolant Log
5. Brakes
6. Engine
7. Carburetor/ Air Intake / Exhaust
8. Fuel Injection / Air Intake / Exhaust
9. Clutch
10. Transmission
11. Drive Shaft
12. Chain Drive
13. Belt Drive
14. Rear End Differential
15. Suspension
16. Battery
17. Engine Electrics
18. Electrical
19. Body work / Seat / Accessories / etc.
20. Gear: Helmet, Jacket, Gloves, etc
21. Spare Parts Inventory
22. Parts and Accessories
23. Cleaning, waxing, and etc.
24. Motorcycle Maintenance or Repair Products
25. Blank TBD Later/Additional Sections
26. Wish List/New or Used Bikes
______________________________________________________________
1. Routine Item Inspections / Service
____Check Tire Pressure (or Kick)
____Check Engine Oil
____Note Fuel Capacity
____Check Headlight
____Check Parking Light
____Check Front Signal Lights
____Check Tail Light
____Check Brake Light--Both Functions
____Check Rear Turn Signals
____Check Horn(s)
____Check for Chain or Belt Adjustment
____Walk Around Bike Inspection--General to Detail Visual Inspection
____Added Items (Things that Require Daily/Periodic Attention)
Notes:
Routine Item Inspections / Service Log:
XXX,XXX Mi. / Km Date:XX/XX/XXXX
Next Inspection @ XXX,XXX Mi. / Km Date:XX/XX/XXXX
Next Inspection @ XXX,XXX Mi. / Km Date:XX/XX/XXXX
Notes:
_________________________________________________________
2. In Depth Maintenance Items / Inspections
Routine In Depth Item Inspections / Service Log:
XXX,XXX Mi. / Km. Date:XX/XX/XXXX
Next Inspection @ XXX,XXX Mi. / Km Date:XX/XX/XXX
____Check Tire Pressure / Condition of Valve Stem
____Check Engine Oil
____Note Fuel Capacity
____Check Headlight
____Check Parking Light
____Check Front Signal Lights
____Check Tail Light
____Check Brake Light--Both Functions
____Check Rear Turn Signals
____Check for Chain or Belt Adjustment
____Walk Around Bike Inspection--General to Detail Visual Inspection
____Check All Around Both Tires
____Check Steering Head Bearing Adjustment
____Check for Play in Swingarm
____Check for Play in Both wheels
____ Check Control Cables and Lube Cable Ends &Pivots
____Added Items (Things that Require Daily/Periodic Attention)
Notes:
______________________________________________________________
3. TIRES and WHEELS
Front Size
PSI / Bar
Solo / Loaded
Two Up / Loaded
Front Tire Log:
Brand
Cost:
Date:
Mileage/New:
Mi.@ Change:
Mi. Lasted:
Recommended PSI:
Notes:
__________
Front:
Brand
Cost:
Date:
Mileage/New:
I Mi.@ Change:
Mi. Lasted:
Recommended PSI
__________________________
Rear Tire Log:
Brand
Cost:
Date:
Mileage/New:
Mi.@ Change:
Mi. Lasted:
Recommended PSI:
Notes:
____________
Rear
Brand
Cost:
Date:
Mileage/New:
Mi.@ Change:
Mi. Lasted:
Recommended PSI:
Notes:
________________________
Wheel Sizes
Front:
Rear:
Bearing Part #'s
Front
Rear
Other Notes:
_______________________________________________________________
4.ENGINE OIL & COOLANT LOG
Oil Brand:
Type (wt):
Qty:
Price:
Source / Supplier:
Filter:
Part #:
Torque Value:
Oil Change Log
Date:
Milage:
Brand:
Cost:
Date:
Qty. Added Between Changes:
Qty. On Hand:
Notes:
___________
Coolant
Type:
Cost:
Source:
In Shop/On Hand
Coolant Log:
Date:
Mileage:
Notes:
_______________________________________________________________
5. BRAKES
Brake Pad Part # 's
Front:
Rear:
Fluid Type/Brand:
Notes:
Brake Pad Change Log:
Front mi. / km. Date:
XXX,XXX XX/XX/XXXX
Rear Mi. / Km. Date
XXX,XXX XX/XX/XXXX
Pads on Hand:
Qty. Front
Qty. Rear
Next Inspection:
mi./km. : XXX,XXX
Date: XX/XX/XXXX
Fluid Change Log
mi./km:
Date:
Brake Fluid on Hand: Qty Oz. / ml.
Next Change:
mi. / km.:
Date:
_______________________________________________________________________
6. ENGINE
VALVES
Specs/Clearance/Gap. Intake .XXX Exhaust .XXX
Inspection Date(s) XX/XX/XXXX Milage XXX,XXX
____
INTAKE
Gap Specs:
Date:XX/XX/XXXX
Milage:XXX,XXX
Existing Clearance / Gap
Cyl. * *#1 #2 #3 >>>>
.XXX. .XXX ..XXX
Existing Shim
.XXX .XXX .XXX
Shim Needed,
.XXX .XXX m. .XXX
Extra Shims Log
.XXX
.XXX
.XXX
____
New Clearance /Gap
Intake
Cyl. * *#1. #2 #3 >>>>
.XXX. .XXX .XXX
Existing Shim
.XXX .XXX .XXX
____
EXHAUST
Gap Specs:
Date:XX/XX/XXXX
Milage:XXX,XXX
Existing Clearance / Gap
Cyl. * *#1 #2 #3. >>>>
.XXX .XXX .XXX
Existing Shim
.XXX .XXX .XXX
Shim Needed
.XXX .XXX. .XXX
Extra Shims Log
.XXX
.XXX
.XXX
____
New Clearance /Gap
Intake
Cyl. * *#1 #2 M#3 >>>>
.XXX. .XXX .XXX
Existing Shim
.XXX .XXX .XXX
General Valve Notes:
_______________________________________________________________
7. *Carburetion*/ Air Intake / Exhaust
Notes:
______________________________________________________________
8. Fuel Injection / Air Intake / Exhaust
Notes:
___________________________________
9. CLUTCH
Clutch Plate(s) Log
Brand:
Part #:
Cost:
Installation/Inspection
Date:
Mileage/Km:
Thickness/Appearance:
Notes:
_______
Cable/Lever Lube Replacement/Inspection
Cable Part #:
Date:
Mileage/Km:
Hydraulic Fluid Change Log
Type:
Date:
Mileage/Km:
Associated Parts and Part #'s
Common Spec's:
Reminder:
Next Inspection @ XXX,XXX Mi. / Km
Date:
Notes:
______________________________________________________________
10. Transmission
Fluid Type:
Supplier :
Cost :
Quantity:
Extra Fluid On Hand :
Replacement Intervals :
Change Log :
Date:
Mileage:
Input Shaft Lube Intervals
Date:
Mileage:
Notes:.
_______________________________________________________
11. Drive Shaft
____________________
12. Chain Drive
______________________
13. Belt drive
_______________________________________________________________
14. Rear Differential
Fluid Type :
Supplier :
Cost :
Quality:
Extra Fluid On Hand :
Replacement Intervals :
Change Log :
Date:
Mileage:
Spline Lubricant :
Supplier :
Input Shaft Lube Intervals (Pinion Shaft)
Date:
Mileage:
Notes:
_______________________________________________________________
15. Suspension
_______________________________________________________________
16. BATTERY
Battery Size:
LxWxH. Eg.7"x 4 7/8"x 6 3/4
Min Amp Rating:
Post Position (as viewed from front) eg: pos rt., neg lft.,
Installation Date:
Source:
Brand:
Cost:
Next Inspection or Service @ Date XX/XX/XXXX
Notes:
_____________
Chargers owned:
Brand
Type
Date
New Cost
Source / Supplier:
Notes:
______________________________________________________________
17. Engine Electrics/Spark Plugs
______________________________________________________________
18. Electrical
Notes:
_______________________________________________________________19. *Body work / Seat / accessories / etc.
_______________________________________________________________
20 Gear:
__________________________________
21. Spare New or Used Parts Inventory
_______________________________________________________________
22 . Parts or Accessories
Item Needed / Wanted
1.
2.
3.
________________________
Parts Order #1
Supplier:
Contact:
Contact Phone #:&
Date Ordered:
Item Qty. Part # Description Cost
1.
2.
Date Received:
_______
Order #2
Supplier:
Contact:
Contact Phone #:
Date Ordered:
Item. Qty. Part # Description Cost
1.
2.
Date Received
_______
Parts Log
Check on Order:
Sources for Parts/Accessories
Check on Parts or Accessories Order
______________________________________________________________
23. Cleaning, waxing, and Etc.
_______________________________________________________________
24. Motorcycle Maintenance or Repair Products
______________________________________________________________
25. Blank TBD LaterAdditional Sections
_______________________________________________________________
26. Shopping for New or Used Motorcycles
_______________________________________________________________
The End
Maybe
I made the first mistake on an Apple device. I put the first Bike Log in a program called Notes. I accidentally erased all data on one bike and very pointedly discovered that Notes must have been a cruel Apple joke because there was no trashcan to look for things that got thrown away. What doe doe has never had to look in a trash can to retrieve something.
I now put all of my bike information on my log program on an app called (appropriately) Evernote and I make up to date copies. Every once in a while I'll email the notes to myself.
This log is just a little more than an outline and can be a time saver if you want a simple place to put a lot of information. Feel free to copy, send to a friend, rewrite, criticize, or just laugh at. It may even have its share of mistakes. I went just so far in organization and then just shifted to using it, without really completing.
It does come in handy, if you can remember to put the info in the log, rather than wait and try recall later.
Here tis below
______________________
BIKE LOG
Date and time. example (4/19/16 9:43)
BIKE Example ( 1972 R60/5)
MASTER BLANK
MOTORCYCLE LOG & MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Model: ________ Color:_______
Vehicle ID #:________VIN #:____________________
Vehicle License Plate :__________________License renewal date:_________________________
Beginning Mileage: _____________
Price Paid: _____________
Warranty:
Specifications:
Initial Dealer Service @ X,XXX
Recalls:
Next State Vehicle Inspection Due: Date: XX/XX/XXXX
Vehicle Inspection Due
Insurance Carrier
Insurance Policy #
Insurance Renewel Date XX/XX/XXXX
Modifications / Cost
Accessories and Cost:
Notes:
Date and Mileage / Kilometer Record
Date. Mileage Notes
Need to Do: Maintenance etc:
NTD......_____________
NTD......_____________
NTD......_____________
_______________________________________________________________
Sections
1. Routine Item Inspections / Service
2. In Depth Item Inspections / Service
3. Tires and Wheels
4.Engine Oil & Coolant Log
5. Brakes
6. Engine
7. Carburetor/ Air Intake / Exhaust
8. Fuel Injection / Air Intake / Exhaust
9. Clutch
10. Transmission
11. Drive Shaft
12. Chain Drive
13. Belt Drive
14. Rear End Differential
15. Suspension
16. Battery
17. Engine Electrics
18. Electrical
19. Body work / Seat / Accessories / etc.
20. Gear: Helmet, Jacket, Gloves, etc
21. Spare Parts Inventory
22. Parts and Accessories
23. Cleaning, waxing, and etc.
24. Motorcycle Maintenance or Repair Products
25. Blank TBD Later/Additional Sections
26. Wish List/New or Used Bikes
______________________________________________________________
1. Routine Item Inspections / Service
____Check Tire Pressure (or Kick)
____Check Engine Oil
____Note Fuel Capacity
____Check Headlight
____Check Parking Light
____Check Front Signal Lights
____Check Tail Light
____Check Brake Light--Both Functions
____Check Rear Turn Signals
____Check Horn(s)
____Check for Chain or Belt Adjustment
____Walk Around Bike Inspection--General to Detail Visual Inspection
____Added Items (Things that Require Daily/Periodic Attention)
Notes:
Routine Item Inspections / Service Log:
XXX,XXX Mi. / Km Date:XX/XX/XXXX
Next Inspection @ XXX,XXX Mi. / Km Date:XX/XX/XXXX
Next Inspection @ XXX,XXX Mi. / Km Date:XX/XX/XXXX
Notes:
_________________________________________________________
2. In Depth Maintenance Items / Inspections
Routine In Depth Item Inspections / Service Log:
XXX,XXX Mi. / Km. Date:XX/XX/XXXX
Next Inspection @ XXX,XXX Mi. / Km Date:XX/XX/XXX
____Check Tire Pressure / Condition of Valve Stem
____Check Engine Oil
____Note Fuel Capacity
____Check Headlight
____Check Parking Light
____Check Front Signal Lights
____Check Tail Light
____Check Brake Light--Both Functions
____Check Rear Turn Signals
____Check for Chain or Belt Adjustment
____Walk Around Bike Inspection--General to Detail Visual Inspection
____Check All Around Both Tires
____Check Steering Head Bearing Adjustment
____Check for Play in Swingarm
____Check for Play in Both wheels
____ Check Control Cables and Lube Cable Ends &Pivots
____Added Items (Things that Require Daily/Periodic Attention)
Notes:
______________________________________________________________
3. TIRES and WHEELS
Front Size
PSI / Bar
Solo / Loaded
Two Up / Loaded
Front Tire Log:
Brand
Cost:
Date:
Mileage/New:
Mi.@ Change:
Mi. Lasted:
Recommended PSI:
Notes:
__________
Front:
Brand
Cost:
Date:
Mileage/New:
I Mi.@ Change:
Mi. Lasted:
Recommended PSI
__________________________
Rear Tire Log:
Brand
Cost:
Date:
Mileage/New:
Mi.@ Change:
Mi. Lasted:
Recommended PSI:
Notes:
____________
Rear
Brand
Cost:
Date:
Mileage/New:
Mi.@ Change:
Mi. Lasted:
Recommended PSI:
Notes:
________________________
Wheel Sizes
Front:
Rear:
Bearing Part #'s
Front
Rear
Other Notes:
_______________________________________________________________
4.ENGINE OIL & COOLANT LOG
Oil Brand:
Type (wt):
Qty:
Price:
Source / Supplier:
Filter:
Part #:
Torque Value:
Oil Change Log
Date:
Milage:
Brand:
Cost:
Date:
Qty. Added Between Changes:
Qty. On Hand:
Notes:
___________
Coolant
Type:
Cost:
Source:
In Shop/On Hand
Coolant Log:
Date:
Mileage:
Notes:
_______________________________________________________________
5. BRAKES
Brake Pad Part # 's
Front:
Rear:
Fluid Type/Brand:
Notes:
Brake Pad Change Log:
Front mi. / km. Date:
XXX,XXX XX/XX/XXXX
Rear Mi. / Km. Date
XXX,XXX XX/XX/XXXX
Pads on Hand:
Qty. Front
Qty. Rear
Next Inspection:
mi./km. : XXX,XXX
Date: XX/XX/XXXX
Fluid Change Log
mi./km:
Date:
Brake Fluid on Hand: Qty Oz. / ml.
Next Change:
mi. / km.:
Date:
_______________________________________________________________________
6. ENGINE
VALVES
Specs/Clearance/Gap. Intake .XXX Exhaust .XXX
Inspection Date(s) XX/XX/XXXX Milage XXX,XXX
____
INTAKE
Gap Specs:
Date:XX/XX/XXXX
Milage:XXX,XXX
Existing Clearance / Gap
Cyl. * *#1 #2 #3 >>>>
.XXX. .XXX ..XXX
Existing Shim
.XXX .XXX .XXX
Shim Needed,
.XXX .XXX m. .XXX
Extra Shims Log
.XXX
.XXX
.XXX
____
New Clearance /Gap
Intake
Cyl. * *#1. #2 #3 >>>>
.XXX. .XXX .XXX
Existing Shim
.XXX .XXX .XXX
____
EXHAUST
Gap Specs:
Date:XX/XX/XXXX
Milage:XXX,XXX
Existing Clearance / Gap
Cyl. * *#1 #2 #3. >>>>
.XXX .XXX .XXX
Existing Shim
.XXX .XXX .XXX
Shim Needed
.XXX .XXX. .XXX
Extra Shims Log
.XXX
.XXX
.XXX
____
New Clearance /Gap
Intake
Cyl. * *#1 #2 M#3 >>>>
.XXX. .XXX .XXX
Existing Shim
.XXX .XXX .XXX
General Valve Notes:
_______________________________________________________________
7. *Carburetion*/ Air Intake / Exhaust
Notes:
______________________________________________________________
8. Fuel Injection / Air Intake / Exhaust
Notes:
___________________________________
9. CLUTCH
Clutch Plate(s) Log
Brand:
Part #:
Cost:
Installation/Inspection
Date:
Mileage/Km:
Thickness/Appearance:
Notes:
_______
Cable/Lever Lube Replacement/Inspection
Cable Part #:
Date:
Mileage/Km:
Hydraulic Fluid Change Log
Type:
Date:
Mileage/Km:
Associated Parts and Part #'s
Common Spec's:
Reminder:
Next Inspection @ XXX,XXX Mi. / Km
Date:
Notes:
______________________________________________________________
10. Transmission
Fluid Type:
Supplier :
Cost :
Quantity:
Extra Fluid On Hand :
Replacement Intervals :
Change Log :
Date:
Mileage:
Input Shaft Lube Intervals
Date:
Mileage:
Notes:.
_______________________________________________________
11. Drive Shaft
____________________
12. Chain Drive
______________________
13. Belt drive
_______________________________________________________________
14. Rear Differential
Fluid Type :
Supplier :
Cost :
Quality:
Extra Fluid On Hand :
Replacement Intervals :
Change Log :
Date:
Mileage:
Spline Lubricant :
Supplier :
Input Shaft Lube Intervals (Pinion Shaft)
Date:
Mileage:
Notes:
_______________________________________________________________
15. Suspension
_______________________________________________________________
16. BATTERY
Battery Size:
LxWxH. Eg.7"x 4 7/8"x 6 3/4
Min Amp Rating:
Post Position (as viewed from front) eg: pos rt., neg lft.,
Installation Date:
Source:
Brand:
Cost:
Next Inspection or Service @ Date XX/XX/XXXX
Notes:
_____________
Chargers owned:
Brand
Type
Date
New Cost
Source / Supplier:
Notes:
______________________________________________________________
17. Engine Electrics/Spark Plugs
______________________________________________________________
18. Electrical
Notes:
_______________________________________________________________19. *Body work / Seat / accessories / etc.
_______________________________________________________________
20 Gear:
__________________________________
21. Spare New or Used Parts Inventory
_______________________________________________________________
22 . Parts or Accessories
Item Needed / Wanted
1.
2.
3.
________________________
Parts Order #1
Supplier:
Contact:
Contact Phone #:&
Date Ordered:
Item Qty. Part # Description Cost
1.
2.
Date Received:
_______
Order #2
Supplier:
Contact:
Contact Phone #:
Date Ordered:
Item. Qty. Part # Description Cost
1.
2.
Date Received
_______
Parts Log
Check on Order:
Sources for Parts/Accessories
Check on Parts or Accessories Order
______________________________________________________________
23. Cleaning, waxing, and Etc.
_______________________________________________________________
24. Motorcycle Maintenance or Repair Products
______________________________________________________________
25. Blank TBD LaterAdditional Sections
_______________________________________________________________
26. Shopping for New or Used Motorcycles
_______________________________________________________________
The End
Maybe