Every motorcycle owner should know that a bike requires routine maintenance. Such servicing can cost around $1,000 per year, plus more for routine part replacements or if you have a premium motorcycle, such as Ducati. However, aside from maintenance, motorcycles might need repairs, which can range widely in price for parts and labor.
If you are constantly paying to try to repair the same issue with your motorcycle, you might have a lemon. Discuss your options with a Lemon Law attorney who can assess our rights under California law.
The cost of parts and labor for common repairs will vary depending on the repair shop you frequent, the type of bike you have, the economic climate and costs, and other factors. That said, the following are some common motorcycle repairs and what you might expect to pay for them.
Fuel tank replacement – If you believe you have rust in your fuel tank or a possible leak, you might need a replacement. This might cost you $300 to $400 in parts and labor.
Carburetor issues – A carburetor is essential to your bike’s performance, and it is a complex motorcycle part that combines air and fuel to ensure the engine runs smoothly. Wear and tear can warrant a replacement or a rebuild, and this can cost several hundred dollars. Always get your carburetor addressed by an experienced motorcycle mechanic.
Vacuum leaks – A vacuum leak causes extra air to get into your carburetor and carburetor holder, often due to dried-out or degraded seals. Depending on where the leak is located in the vacuum system, you might pay anywhere from $150 to $1,000 to get the problem fixed.
Fork oil leaks – If your motorcycle forks have a leak, it can cause friction and result in damage to your bike. Fork leaks often develop due to a lack of fork servicing, though they can happen even on a well-maintained motorcycle. Leak repairs can cost several hundred dollars depending on the fork assembly on a particular bike, as some are more complex than others.
Engine oil leaks – The engine can also leak oil, possibly due to a gasket problem on the oil pan, crankcase, or cylinder head. Some faulty plugs can be easy and cheap to replace, but if more complicated parts are the source of the leak, such as the cylinder head gasket, it can require an engine disassembly. Depending on the specific issue, you might pay $150 to over $1,200 for a repair.
Like any vehicle, things can go wrong with motorcycles and require repairs. However, if you purchased a motorcycle under warranty in California and have repeatedly tried to repair issues covered under the warranty with no success, you might have a motorcycle Lemon Law claim.
Our team at LemonLaw123 handles motorcycle Lemon Law cases, and we can help you receive compensation for everything you’ve gone through with your lemon motorcycle. Contact us for more information right away.
California is a state known for sunshine and pleasant weather, making it ideal for motorcyclists of all ages. Operating a motorcycle, however, will require a person to get the appropriate motorcycle license.
The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has a section on its website dedicated to sample tests to help you prepare for the journey to obtain a license, and you can also find the California Motorcycle Handbook, information about registering your motorcycle, and locations to schedule appointments for motorcycle licensing exams or apply for motorcycle licenses.
California has two types of motorcycle licenses, a Class M1 and a Class M2. The Class M1 lets you operate any two-wheel motorcycle, motor-driven cycle, or motorized scooter and all vehicles listed under Class M2, while a Class M2 lets you operate any motorized bicycle, moped, or motorized scooter.
There are different processes involved in getting a motorcycle license, depending on your age. If you are less than 21 years of age, an instruction permit will be required for at least six months before you can apply for a motorcycle license.
After satisfying all of the requirements of that instruction permit, you will be able to visit a DMV office. At that location, you will do all of the following:
While driving with an instruction permit, you can practice driving a motorcycle before taking the driving test. While you have a permit, however, you cannot drive at night, on the freeway, or with a passenger.
After you complete all of the requirements listed above, the DMV will issue a temporary motorcycle driver’s license until a new license arrives in the mail. A temporary license will be valid for 60 days.
People over 21 years of age will not need an instruction permit before they can apply for a motorcycle license. To get a license, you either pass a motorcycle driving test at a DMV office or complete the California Highway Patrol (CHP) approved California Motorcyclist Safety Program training course.
You will apply for a license by doing all of the following:
To take your motorcycle driving test, you will need to schedule a motorcycle driving test appointment because driving tests are not given without an appointment. You also have to provide proof of financial responsibility that meets or exceeds California Insurance Requirements.
A motorcycle driving test will include a pre-trip inspection, riding in different track paths, slow riding, and gear shifting. Your application fee will allow you three attempts to pass the test, and failing will mean that you have to schedule a new driving test on another day and pay a $7 retest fee. Failing the driving test three times means your application is no longer valid, and you have to reapply.
California recognizes many different kinds of motorcycles and motorbikes. They include:
If you have a motorcycle license, but your motorcycle turns out to be a lemon, do not be afraid to seek legal help. Valerie G. Campbell has helped scores of people all over California get lemons replaced, and she can assist you as soon as you call (657) 529-5239 or contact us online today.
