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=== Recommended Motorcycle Mechanic Textbooks ===
 
=== Recommended Motorcycle Mechanic Textbooks ===
 
[https://www.g-w.com/motorcycles-fundamentals-service-repair-2020 Motorcycles: Fundamentals, Service and Repair.] (2020) by Chris Grissom, Matt Spitzer, Bruce A Johns, and David D Edmundson. Published by Goodheart-Wilcox (Chicago).
 
[https://www.g-w.com/motorcycles-fundamentals-service-repair-2020 Motorcycles: Fundamentals, Service and Repair.] (2020) by Chris Grissom, Matt Spitzer, Bruce A Johns, and David D Edmundson. Published by Goodheart-Wilcox (Chicago).
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Chapters 2 and 16 are available as a [https://www.g-w.com/motorcycles-fundamentals-service-repair-2020#li Look Inside] feature on the publisher website.
  
 
[https://www.cengage.com/c/modern-motorcycle-technology-3e-abdo/9781305497450PF/?filterBy=Student Modern Motorcycle Technology – 3<sup>rd</sup> Edition] (2017) by Edward Adbo. Published by Cengage (Boston) / Distributed by Nelson (Scarborough).
 
[https://www.cengage.com/c/modern-motorcycle-technology-3e-abdo/9781305497450PF/?filterBy=Student Modern Motorcycle Technology – 3<sup>rd</sup> Edition] (2017) by Edward Adbo. Published by Cengage (Boston) / Distributed by Nelson (Scarborough).
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=== Study Resources by Major Work Activity Block ===
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
|+Study Resources for Block A: Common Occupational Skills
 
|+Study Resources for Block A: Common Occupational Skills
 
!Block/Task/Sub-task
 
!Block/Task/Sub-task
 
!'''Textbook:'''  
 
!'''Textbook:'''  
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'''Modern Motorcycle'''
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'''Modern Motorcycle (2017)'''
 
!'''Textbook:'''
 
!'''Textbook:'''
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'''Motorcycles Fundamentals'''
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'''Motorcycles Fundamentals (2020)'''
 
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|'''A      COMMON OCCUPATIONAL SKILLS''' (10 Exam Questions)
 
|'''A      COMMON OCCUPATIONAL SKILLS''' (10 Exam Questions)
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|'''Task 1 - Performs safety-related functions''' (4 Exam Questions)
 
|'''Task 1 - Performs safety-related functions''' (4 Exam Questions)
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| rowspan="3" |Chapter 2: Safety First
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| rowspan="12" |Chapter 1: Introduction
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| rowspan="3" |Chapter 2: Shop Safety and  
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Chapter 2: Safety First
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Chapter 3: Tools
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Chapter 19: Motorcycle Maintenance
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 +
and Emission Controls
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| rowspan="12" |Chapter 2: Shop Safety and  
 
Environmental Protection
 
Environmental Protection
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Chapter 3: Tools and
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Shop Equipment
 
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|1.01  Maintains safe work environment
 
|1.01  Maintains safe work environment
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|'''Task 2 - Performs routine work practices''' (6 Exam Questions)
 
|'''Task 2 - Performs routine work practices''' (6 Exam Questions)
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| rowspan="2" |Chapter 2: Safety First
 
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| rowspan="6" |Chapter 2: Shop Safety and
 
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Environmental Protection
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
|2.01   Uses trade-related consumables
 
|2.01   Uses trade-related consumables
 
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|2.02   Performs periodic maintenance
 
|2.02   Performs periodic maintenance
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| rowspan="2" |Chapter 19: Motorcycle Maintenance
 
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and Emission Controls
 
 
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|-
 
|2.03   Performs storage procedures
 
|2.03   Performs storage procedures
 
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|2.04   Prepares new units
 
|2.04   Prepares new units
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| rowspan="2" |Chapter 2: Safety First
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
|2.05   Conducts safety inspections
 
|2.05   Conducts safety inspections
 
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|-
 
|2.06   Maintains tools and equipment
 
|2.06   Maintains tools and equipment
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|Chapter 3: Tools
 
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|Chapter 3: Tools and
 
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Shop Equipment
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
|2.07   Verifies repairs
 
|2.07   Verifies repairs
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|Chapter 1: Introduction
 
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| rowspan="2" |Chapter 2: Shop Safety and
 
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Environmental Protection
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
|2.08   Prepares reports and recommendations
 
|2.08   Prepares reports and recommendations
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|Chapter 3: Tools
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
| colspan="3" |'''ADDITIONAL STUDY RESOURCES'''
 
| colspan="3" |'''ADDITIONAL STUDY RESOURCES'''
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!Block/Task/Sub-task
 
!Block/Task/Sub-task
 
!'''Textbook:'''  
 
!'''Textbook:'''  
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'''Modern Motorcycle'''
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'''Modern Motorcycle (2017)'''
 
!'''Textbook:'''
 
!'''Textbook:'''
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'''Motorcycles Fundamentals'''
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'''Motorcycles Fundamentals (2020)'''
 
|-
 
|-
 
|'''B      CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION''' (14 Exam Questions)
 
|'''B      CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION''' (14 Exam Questions)
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|'''Task 3 Diagnoses chassis and components''' (3 Exam Questions)
 
|'''Task 3 Diagnoses chassis and components''' (3 Exam Questions)
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|Chapter 17: Frames and Suspension
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| rowspan="18" |Chapter 17: Frames and Suspension
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|
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Chapter 19: Motorcycle Maintenance
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 +
and Emission Controls
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Chapter 20: Motorcycle Troubleshooting
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| rowspan="18" |Chapter 6: Diagnostic Procedures
 +
 
 +
and Service Information
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Chapter 18: Frame, Chassis
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 +
and Suspension Systems
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Chapter 24: Tune-Up and
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 +
Periodic Maintenance
 
|-
 
|-
 
|3.01    Diagnoses frame
 
|3.01    Diagnoses frame
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|Chapter 20
 
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|
 
 
|-
 
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|3.02    Diagnoses steering head
 
|3.02    Diagnoses steering head
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| rowspan="2" |Chapter 19
 
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Chapter 20
 
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|
 
 
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|3.03    Diagnoses handle bars, foot rests and controls
 
|3.03    Diagnoses handle bars, foot rests and controls
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|
 
 
|-
 
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|3.04    Diagnoses ancillary and accessory components
 
|3.04    Diagnoses ancillary and accessory components
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|
 
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|
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
|'''Task 4  Services chassis and components''' (4 Exam Questions)
 
|'''Task 4  Services chassis and components''' (4 Exam Questions)
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|Chapter 17
 
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|
 
 
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|-
 
|4.01    Services frame
 
|4.01    Services frame
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|Chapter 20
 
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|
 
 
|-
 
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|4.02    Services steering head
 
|4.02    Services steering head
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| rowspan="2" |Chapter 19
 
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Chapter 20
 
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|
 
 
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|4.03    Services handle bars, foot rests and controls
 
|4.03    Services handle bars, foot rests and controls
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|
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
|4.04    Services ancillary and accessory components
 
|4.04    Services ancillary and accessory components
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|
 
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|
 
 
|-
 
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|'''Task 5  Diagnoses suspension''' (3 Exam Questions)
 
|'''Task 5  Diagnoses suspension''' (3 Exam Questions)
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| rowspan="3" |Chapter 17
 
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|
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
|5.01    Diagnoses front suspension components
 
|5.01    Diagnoses front suspension components
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|
 
 
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|5.02    Diagnoses rear suspension components
 
|5.02    Diagnoses rear suspension components
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|
 
 
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|-
 
|5.03    Diagnoses swing arm
 
|5.03    Diagnoses swing arm
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|Chapter 7
 
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|
 
 
|-
 
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|'''Task 6  Services suspension system''' (4 Exam Questions)
 
|'''Task 6  Services suspension system''' (4 Exam Questions)
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| rowspan="3" |Chapter 17
 
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|
 
 
|-
 
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|6.01    Services front suspension components
 
|6.01    Services front suspension components
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|
 
 
|-
 
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|6.02    Services rear suspension components
 
|6.02    Services rear suspension components
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|
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
|6.03    Services swing arm
 
|6.03    Services swing arm
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|Chapter 7
 
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Chapter 20
 
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|
 
 
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|-
 
| colspan="3" |'''ADDITIONAL STUDY RESOURCES'''
 
| colspan="3" |'''ADDITIONAL STUDY RESOURCES'''
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{| class="wikitable"
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
|+Study Resources for Block C: Wheels and Tires
 
|+Study Resources for Block C: Wheels and Tires
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!'''C      WHEELS AND TIRES'''
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!Block/Task/Sub-task
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!
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!'''Textbook:'''
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!
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!
+
'''Modern Motorcycle (2017)'''
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!'''Textbook:'''
 +
 
 +
'''Motorcycles Fundamentals (2020)'''
 
|-
 
|-
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|'''C      WHEELS AND TIRES''' (12 Exam Questions)
 
|
 
|
 
|
 
|
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|-
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|'''Task 7 - Diagnoses wheels and tires''' (6 Exam Questions)
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| rowspan="10" |Chapter 18: Brakes, Wheels, and Tires
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| rowspan="10" |Chapter 16: Wheels and Tires
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|-
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|7.01  Diagnoses tires
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|-
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|7.02  Diagnoses spoked wheels
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|-
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|7.03  Diagnosis one piece wheels
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|-
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|7.04  Diagnoses multi-piece wheels
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|-
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|'''Task 8 - Services wheels and tires''' (6 Exam Questions)
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|-
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|8.01  Services tires
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|-
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|8.02  Services spoked wheels
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|-
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|8.03  Services one piece wheels
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|-
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|8.04   Services multi-piece wheels
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|-
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| colspan="3" |'''ADDITIONAL STUDY RESOURCES'''
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|-
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|'''Source Organization'''
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| colspan="2" |'''Resource (hyperlinked)'''
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|-
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|[https://purposebuiltmoto.com/ Purpose Built Moto], Australia, custom parts
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| colspan="2" |Artcle: [https://purposebuiltmoto.com/building-spoked-wheels/ Building spoked wheels]
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|-
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|[https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/ Rocky Mountian ATV/MC], Utah, parts, gear
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| colspan="2" |Article and Video: [https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/rm-rider-exchange/balance-motorcycle-tire-wheel/ How to Balance a Motorcycle Tire and Wheel]
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|-
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|[https://www.tyreleader.ie/ Tyre Leader], European online tire sales
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| colspan="2" |Article with Videos: [https://www.tyreleader.ie/tyres-advices/one-piece-vs-multi-piece-wheels One Piece vs Multi-Piece Wheels]
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|}
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{| class="wikitable"
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|+Study Resources for Block D: Brakes
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!Block/Task/Sub-task
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!'''Textbook:'''
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'''Modern Motorcycle (2017)'''
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!'''Textbook:'''
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'''Motorcycles Fundamentals (2020)'''
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|-
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|'''D      BRAKES''' (13 Exam Questions)
 
|
 
|
 
|
 
|
 
|-
 
|-
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|'''Task 9  Diagnoses braking systems''' (6 Exam Questions)
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| rowspan="8" |Chapter 18: Brakes, Wheels, and Tires
 +
Chapter 20: Motorcycle Troubleshooting
 +
| rowspan="8" |Chapter 6: Diagnostic Procedures
 +
and Service Information
 +
 +
Chapter 17: Brakes
 +
|-
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|9.01   Diagnoses hydraulic braking systems
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|-
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|9.02   Diagnoses mechanical braking systems
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|-
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|9.03   Diagnoses braking control systems
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|-
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|'''Task 10  Services braking systems''' (7 Exam Questions)
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|-
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|10.01  Services hydraulic braking systems
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|-
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|10.02  Services mechanical braking systems
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|-
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|10.03  Services braking control systems
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|-
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| colspan="3" |'''ADDITIONAL STUDY RESOURCES'''
 +
|-
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|'''Source Organization'''
 +
| colspan="2" |'''Resource (hyperlinked)'''
 +
|-
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|[https://www.motorcyclecruiser.com/ Motorcycle Cruiser Website] Bonnier Corp
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| colspan="2" |Article: [https://www.motorcyclecruiser.com/how-hydraulic-disc-brakes-work-and-how-to-improve-them/ How Hydraulic Disc Brakes Work and How To Improve Them]
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|-
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|[https://www.wonderhowto.com/ WonderHowTo.com]
 +
| colspan="2" |Videos: [https://diy-auto-repair.wonderhowto.com/how-to/repair-motorcycle-brakes-64906/ How to repair motorcycle brakes]
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|-
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|[https://www.doityourself.com/ DoItYourself.com]
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| colspan="2" |Article: [https://www.doityourself.com/stry/how-to-replace-motorcycle-brakes-and-rotors How to Replace Motorcycle Brakes and Rotors]
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|}
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{| class="wikitable"
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|+Study Resources for Block '''E      ENGINES'''
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!Block/Task/Sub-task
 +
!'''Textbook:'''
 +
'''Modern Motorcycle''' (2017)
 +
!'''Textbook:'''
 +
'''Motorcycles Fundamentals (2020)'''
 +
|-
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|'''E      ENGINES''' (19 Exam Questions)
 
|
 
|
 
|
 
|
 +
|-
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|'''Task 11  Diagnoses two-stroke and four stroke engines''' (9 Exam Questions)
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| rowspan="20" |Chapter 5: Intro to Basic Engine
 +
Operation and Configurations
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 +
Chapter 6: Internal Combustion Engines
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Chapter 7: Lubrication and Cooling Systems
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Chapter 10: Two-Stroke Engine Top
 +
 +
End Inspections
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Chapter 11: Two-Stroke Engine Lower End
 +
 +
Inspections
 +
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Chapter 12: Four-Stroke Engine Top
 +
 +
End Inspections
 +
 +
Chapter 13: Four-Stroke Engine Lower End
 +
 +
Inspections
 +
| rowspan="20" |Chapter 6: Diagnostic Procedures
 +
and Service Information
 +
 +
Chapter 8: Engines
 +
 +
Chapter 11: Lubrication Systems
 +
 +
Chapter 12: Cooling Systems
 +
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Chapter 21: Two-Stroke Engine Overhaul
 +
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Chapter 22: Four-Stroke Engine Overhaul
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|-
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|11.01  Diagnoses cylinder heads
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|-
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|11.02  Diagnoses valve systems on two-stroke engine
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|-
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|11.03  Diagnoses valve train on four-stroke engine
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|-
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|11.04  Diagnoses cylinders and pistons
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|-
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|11.05  Diagnoses crankshaft assembly
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|-
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|11.06  Diagnoses counterbalance assemblies
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|-
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|11.07  Diagnoses engine cases
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|-
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|11.08  Diagnoses lubrication system
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|-
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|11.09  Diagnoses cooling system
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|-
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|'''Task 12  Services two-stroke and four stroke engines''' (10 Exam Questions)
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|-
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|12.01  Services cylinder heads
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|-
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|12.02  Services valve systems on two-stroke engine
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|-
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|12.03  Services valve train on four-stroke engine
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|-
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|12.04  Services cylinders and pistons
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|-
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|12.05  Services crankshaft assembly
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|-
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|12.06  Services counterbalance assemblies
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|-
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|12.07  Services engine cases
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|-
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|12.08  Services lubrication system
 +
|-
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|12.09  Services cooling system
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|-
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| colspan="3" |'''ADDITIONAL STUDY RESOURCES'''
 +
|-
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|'''Source Organization'''
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| colspan="2" |'''Resource (hyperlinked)'''
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|-
 +
|[http://www.indianmcinfo.com/ Indian Motorcycle]Homepage
 +
| colspan="2" |Chapter: [http://www.indianmcinfo.com/Indian_stuff/pdfs/Lesson/Motorcylcle_Troubleshootingnbr25.pdf Motorcycle Troubleshooting by Ed Abdo]
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(author of Modern Motorcycle textbook)
 +
|-
 +
|[https://www.cyclepedia.com/ Cyclepedia] Fix It Yourself site
 +
| colspan="2" |[https://www.cyclepedia.com/four-stroke-motorcycle-troubleshooting-guide/ Four-Stroke Motorcycle Troubleshooting Guide]
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|-
 +
|[https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/ Alamance-Burlington High School in North Carolina]
 +
| colspan="2" |Article: [https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/cms/lib02/NC01001905/Centricity/Domain/2007/Engine%20Repair%20Study%20Guide.pdf Intro to Engine Repair]
 +
|-
 +
|[https://www.doityourself.com/ DoItYourself.com]
 +
| colspan="2" |[https://www.doityourself.com/stry/a-guide-to-troubleshooting-a-motorcycle-engine-diagnostics-system A Guide to Troubleshooting a Motorcycle Engine Diagnostics System]
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|}
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{| class="wikitable"
 +
|+Study Resources for Block '''F      POWER TRANSFER'''
 +
!Block/Task/Sub-task
 +
!'''Textbook:'''
 +
'''Modern Motorcycle''' (2017)
 +
!'''Textbook:'''
 +
'''Motorcycles Fundamentals (2020)'''
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|-
 +
|'''F      POWER TRANSFER'''  (16 Exam Questions)
 
|
 
|
 
|
 
|
 
|-
 
|-
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|
+
|'''Task 13  Diagnoses clutches and primary drive'''
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|
+
| rowspan="30" |Chapter 7: Lubrication and
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|
+
Cooling Systems
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|
+
 
 +
Chapter 9: Drives, Clutches,
 +
 
 +
and Transmissions
 +
 
 +
Chapter 19: Motorcycle Maintenance
 +
 
 +
and Emission Controls
 +
| rowspan="30" |Chapter 6: Diagnostic Procedures
 +
and Service Information
 +
 
 +
Chapter 19: Power Transmission Systems
 +
 
 +
Chapter 23: Power Transmission Overhaul
 +
|-
 +
|13.01  Diagnoses primary drive gears
 +
|-
 +
|13.02  Diagnoses primary drive chains and sprockets
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|-
 +
|13.03  Diagnoses primary drive belts and pulleys
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|-
 +
|13.04  Diagnoses manual clutches
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|-
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|13.05  Diagnoses automatic clutches
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|-
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|13.06  Diagnoses kick start
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|-
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|'''Task 14  Services clutches and primary drive'''  (2 Exam Questions)
 +
|-
 +
|14.01  Services primary drive gears
 +
|-
 +
|14.02  Services primary drive chains and sprockets
 +
|-
 +
|14.03  Services primary drive belts and pulleys
 +
|-
 +
|14.04  Services manual clutches
 +
|-
 +
|14.05  Services automatic clutches
 +
|-
 +
|14.06  Services kick start
 +
|-
 +
|'''Task 15  Diagnoses transmissions'''  (3 Exam Questions)
 +
|-
 +
|15.01  Diagnoses constant mesh transmissions
 +
|-
 +
|15.02  Diagnoses variable ratio belt transmissions
 +
|-
 +
|15.03  Diagnoses automatic transmissions
 +
|-
 +
|'''Task 16  Services transmissions'''  (3 Exam Questions)
 +
|-
 +
|16.01  Services constant mesh transmissions
 +
|-
 +
|16.02  Services variable ratio belt transmissions
 +
|-
 +
|16.03  Services automatic transmissions
 +
|-
 +
|'''Task 17  Diagnoses final drive'''  (2 Exam Questions)
 +
|-
 +
|17.01  Diagnoses final drive chains and sprockets
 +
|-
 +
|17.02  Diagnoses final drive shaft and gears
 +
|-
 +
|17.03  Diagnoses final drive belts and pulleys
 +
|-
 +
|'''Task 18  Services final drive'''  (3 Exam Questions)
 +
|-
 +
|18.01  Services final drive chains and sprockets
 +
|-
 +
|18.02  Services final drive shaft and gears
 +
|-
 +
|18.03  Services final drive belts and pulleys
 +
|-
 +
| colspan="3" |'''ADDITIONAL STUDY RESOURCES'''
 +
|-
 +
|'''Source Organization'''
 +
| colspan="2" |'''Resource (hyperlinked)'''
 +
|-
 +
|[https://www.motorcyclistonline.com/ Motorcyclist]online (Bonnier Corp)
 +
| colspan="2" |Article and Video: [https://www.motorcyclistonline.com/motorcycle-clutches-friction-factor-mc-garage-tech/ Motorcycle Clutches: The Friction Factor]
 +
|-
 +
|[http://www.benplace.com/english5.html Ben Place] Auto shop, Montreal
 +
| colspan="2" |Tables: [http://www.benplace.com/vw_clutch2.htm General Clutch Diagnosis and Solution]
 +
|-
 +
|[https://www.bikesmedia.in/ BikesMedia]enthusiasts site, India
 +
| colspan="2" |Article: [https://www.bikesmedia.in/reviews/difference-between-primary-drive-and-final-drive-in-motorcycle.html Difference Between Primary Drive and Final Drive]
 +
|-
 +
|[http://www.indianmcinfo.com/ Indian Motorcycle]Homepage
 +
| colspan="2" |Chapter: [http://www.indianmcinfo.com/Indian_stuff/pdfs/Lesson/clutches_transmissions_and_drive_10.pdf Clutches, Transmissions, and Drives by Ed Abdo]
 +
(author of Modern Motorcycle textbook)
 +
|-
 +
|[https://auto.howstuffworks.com/ HowStuffWorks.com Auto]
 +
| colspan="2" |Article: How Motorcycles Work - Motorcycle Transmission
 
|}
 
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Revision as of 15:19, 26 February 2020

Motorcycle Mechanics work on motorcycles and other units such as motor scooters and all-terrain units. They inspect, clean, test, assemble, diagnose, maintain and repair engines, transmissions, drive systems, steering assemblies, braking systems, chassis, suspension, electrical systems, vehicle management systems, fuel systems and exhaust systems.[1]

The Motorcycle Mechanic Occupational Standard

In Canada, the Motorcycle Mechanic trade is (as of Feb 2020) defined by the 2012 Motorcycle Mechanic Red Seal National Occupational Analysis (NOA). This Occupational Standards document is created and updated in consultation with tradespersons and it officially defines what is meant by "scope of the trade." All Red Seal Exam questions are drawn from the sub-tasks outlined in the Occupational Standards document.

The 2012 NOA identifies nine "Blocks" of major work activities:

  • BLOCK A Common Occupational Skills
  • BLOCK B Chassis and Suspension
  • BLOCK C Wheels and Tires
  • BLOCK D Brakes
  • BLOCK E Engines
  • BLOCK F Power Transfer
  • BLOCK G Electrical Systems
  • BLOCK H Vehicle Management Systems
  • BLOCK I Fuel and Exhaust Systems

These Blocks are further broken down into Tasks and Sub-tasks.

The Occupational Analysis document also details what percentage of Red Seal exam questions will come from each block.

Motorcycle Mechanic Pie chart.PNG

It also contains:

  • a glossary of terms commonly used in the trade
  • a list of common acronyms used in the trade

The Occupational Standard is a formal document not intended for aspiring tradespersons, but it is a valuable guide for anyone preparing to challenge the Red Seal exam.

Motorcycle Mechanic Red Seal Exam Readiness Self-Assessment

File:Motorcycle Mechanic Self Assessment Guide.pdf

The Motorcycle Mechanic Red Seal Exam Self-Assessment is a fill-able PDF that lists all the Motorcycle Mechanic sub-tasks and lets you assess which ones you know and which ones you need to focus your study efforts on.

Motorcycle Mechanic Red Seal Exam Study Guide

Study Guide Overview

The purpose of this Study Guide is to assist aspiring tradespersons to prepare and study for the Motorcycle Mechanic Red Seal examination. 

Recommended Motorcycle Mechanic Textbooks

Motorcycles: Fundamentals, Service and Repair. (2020) by Chris Grissom, Matt Spitzer, Bruce A Johns, and David D Edmundson. Published by Goodheart-Wilcox (Chicago).

Chapters 2 and 16 are available as a Look Inside feature on the publisher website.

Modern Motorcycle Technology – 3rd Edition (2017) by Edward Adbo. Published by Cengage (Boston) / Distributed by Nelson (Scarborough).

Study Resources by Major Work Activity Block

Study Resources for Block A: Common Occupational Skills
Block/Task/Sub-task Textbook:

Modern Motorcycle (2017)

Textbook:

Motorcycles Fundamentals (2020)

A      COMMON OCCUPATIONAL SKILLS (10 Exam Questions)
Task 1 - Performs safety-related functions (4 Exam Questions) Chapter 1: Introduction

Chapter 2: Safety First

Chapter 3: Tools

Chapter 19: Motorcycle Maintenance

and Emission Controls

Chapter 2: Shop Safety and

Environmental Protection

Chapter 3: Tools and

Shop Equipment

1.01 Maintains safe work environment
1.02 Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment.
Task 2 - Performs routine work practices (6 Exam Questions)
2.01   Uses trade-related consumables
2.02   Performs periodic maintenance
2.03   Performs storage procedures
2.04   Prepares new units
2.05   Conducts safety inspections
2.06   Maintains tools and equipment
2.07   Verifies repairs
2.08   Prepares reports and recommendations
ADDITIONAL STUDY RESOURCES
Source Organization Resource (hyperlinked)
BC Campus's Shareable Online Learning Resouces (SOL*R) Trades Access Common Core Open (Free) Textbooks

Competency A-1: Control Workplace Hazards

Competency A-3: Handle Hazardous Materials Safely

Competency A-4: Describe Personal Safety Practices

Competency A-5: Describe Fire Safety

Study Resources for Block B: Chassis and Suspension
Block/Task/Sub-task Textbook:

Modern Motorcycle (2017)

Textbook:

Motorcycles Fundamentals (2020)

B      CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION (14 Exam Questions)
Task 3 Diagnoses chassis and components (3 Exam Questions) Chapter 17: Frames and Suspension

Chapter 19: Motorcycle Maintenance

and Emission Controls

Chapter 20: Motorcycle Troubleshooting

Chapter 6: Diagnostic Procedures

and Service Information

Chapter 18: Frame, Chassis

and Suspension Systems

Chapter 24: Tune-Up and

Periodic Maintenance

3.01    Diagnoses frame
3.02    Diagnoses steering head
3.03    Diagnoses handle bars, foot rests and controls
3.04    Diagnoses ancillary and accessory components
Task 4  Services chassis and components (4 Exam Questions)
4.01    Services frame
4.02    Services steering head
4.03    Services handle bars, foot rests and controls
4.04    Services ancillary and accessory components
Task 5  Diagnoses suspension (3 Exam Questions)
5.01    Diagnoses front suspension components
5.02    Diagnoses rear suspension components
5.03    Diagnoses swing arm
Task 6  Services suspension system (4 Exam Questions)
6.01    Services front suspension components
6.02    Services rear suspension components
6.03    Services swing arm
ADDITIONAL STUDY RESOURCES
Source Organization Resource (hyperlinked)
RideApart is Motorsport Network's motorcycle platform Article: The Basics: Modern Motorcycle Suspension
Motochassis by Tony Foale - Expert engineer blogger Articles

Youtube Channel

HappyWrench.com

The World's Happiest DIY Motorcycle Repair Blog

Article: MOTORCYCLE SUSPENSION TERMS GLOSSARY
BoiseRiders.net

The Motorcycle Community for Boise, Idaho

Forum Article: Motorcycle Suspension 101 - A complete guide for riders
Study Resources for Block C: Wheels and Tires
Block/Task/Sub-task Textbook:

Modern Motorcycle (2017)

Textbook:

Motorcycles Fundamentals (2020)

C      WHEELS AND TIRES (12 Exam Questions)
Task 7 - Diagnoses wheels and tires (6 Exam Questions) Chapter 18: Brakes, Wheels, and Tires Chapter 16: Wheels and Tires
7.01  Diagnoses tires
7.02  Diagnoses spoked wheels
7.03  Diagnosis one piece wheels
7.04  Diagnoses multi-piece wheels
Task 8 - Services wheels and tires (6 Exam Questions)
8.01  Services tires
8.02  Services spoked wheels
8.03  Services one piece wheels
8.04   Services multi-piece wheels
ADDITIONAL STUDY RESOURCES
Source Organization Resource (hyperlinked)
Purpose Built Moto, Australia, custom parts Artcle: Building spoked wheels
Rocky Mountian ATV/MC, Utah, parts, gear Article and Video: How to Balance a Motorcycle Tire and Wheel
Tyre Leader, European online tire sales Article with Videos: One Piece vs Multi-Piece Wheels
Study Resources for Block D: Brakes
Block/Task/Sub-task Textbook:

Modern Motorcycle (2017)

Textbook:

Motorcycles Fundamentals (2020)

D      BRAKES (13 Exam Questions)
Task 9  Diagnoses braking systems (6 Exam Questions) Chapter 18: Brakes, Wheels, and Tires

Chapter 20: Motorcycle Troubleshooting

Chapter 6: Diagnostic Procedures

and Service Information

Chapter 17: Brakes

9.01   Diagnoses hydraulic braking systems
9.02   Diagnoses mechanical braking systems
9.03   Diagnoses braking control systems
Task 10  Services braking systems (7 Exam Questions)
10.01  Services hydraulic braking systems
10.02  Services mechanical braking systems
10.03  Services braking control systems
ADDITIONAL STUDY RESOURCES
Source Organization Resource (hyperlinked)
Motorcycle Cruiser Website Bonnier Corp Article: How Hydraulic Disc Brakes Work and How To Improve Them
WonderHowTo.com Videos: How to repair motorcycle brakes
DoItYourself.com Article: How to Replace Motorcycle Brakes and Rotors
Study Resources for Block E      ENGINES
Block/Task/Sub-task Textbook:

Modern Motorcycle (2017)

Textbook:

Motorcycles Fundamentals (2020)

E      ENGINES (19 Exam Questions)
Task 11  Diagnoses two-stroke and four stroke engines (9 Exam Questions) Chapter 5: Intro to Basic Engine

Operation and Configurations

Chapter 6: Internal Combustion Engines

Chapter 7: Lubrication and Cooling Systems

Chapter 10: Two-Stroke Engine Top

End Inspections

Chapter 11: Two-Stroke Engine Lower End

Inspections

Chapter 12: Four-Stroke Engine Top

End Inspections

Chapter 13: Four-Stroke Engine Lower End

Inspections

Chapter 6: Diagnostic Procedures

and Service Information

Chapter 8: Engines

Chapter 11: Lubrication Systems

Chapter 12: Cooling Systems

Chapter 21: Two-Stroke Engine Overhaul

Chapter 22: Four-Stroke Engine Overhaul

11.01  Diagnoses cylinder heads
11.02  Diagnoses valve systems on two-stroke engine
11.03  Diagnoses valve train on four-stroke engine
11.04  Diagnoses cylinders and pistons
11.05  Diagnoses crankshaft assembly
11.06  Diagnoses counterbalance assemblies
11.07  Diagnoses engine cases
11.08  Diagnoses lubrication system
11.09  Diagnoses cooling system
Task 12  Services two-stroke and four stroke engines (10 Exam Questions)
12.01  Services cylinder heads
12.02  Services valve systems on two-stroke engine
12.03  Services valve train on four-stroke engine
12.04  Services cylinders and pistons
12.05  Services crankshaft assembly
12.06  Services counterbalance assemblies
12.07  Services engine cases
12.08  Services lubrication system
12.09  Services cooling system
ADDITIONAL STUDY RESOURCES
Source Organization Resource (hyperlinked)
Indian MotorcycleHomepage Chapter: Motorcycle Troubleshooting by Ed Abdo

(author of Modern Motorcycle textbook)

Cyclepedia Fix It Yourself site Four-Stroke Motorcycle Troubleshooting Guide
Alamance-Burlington High School in North Carolina Article: Intro to Engine Repair
DoItYourself.com A Guide to Troubleshooting a Motorcycle Engine Diagnostics System
Study Resources for Block F      POWER TRANSFER
Block/Task/Sub-task Textbook:

Modern Motorcycle (2017)

Textbook:

Motorcycles Fundamentals (2020)

F      POWER TRANSFER (16 Exam Questions)
Task 13  Diagnoses clutches and primary drive Chapter 7: Lubrication and

Cooling Systems

Chapter 9: Drives, Clutches,

and Transmissions

Chapter 19: Motorcycle Maintenance

and Emission Controls

Chapter 6: Diagnostic Procedures

and Service Information

Chapter 19: Power Transmission Systems

Chapter 23: Power Transmission Overhaul

13.01  Diagnoses primary drive gears
13.02  Diagnoses primary drive chains and sprockets
13.03  Diagnoses primary drive belts and pulleys
13.04  Diagnoses manual clutches
13.05  Diagnoses automatic clutches
13.06  Diagnoses kick start
Task 14  Services clutches and primary drive (2 Exam Questions)
14.01  Services primary drive gears
14.02  Services primary drive chains and sprockets
14.03  Services primary drive belts and pulleys
14.04  Services manual clutches
14.05  Services automatic clutches
14.06  Services kick start
Task 15  Diagnoses transmissions (3 Exam Questions)
15.01  Diagnoses constant mesh transmissions
15.02  Diagnoses variable ratio belt transmissions
15.03  Diagnoses automatic transmissions
Task 16  Services transmissions (3 Exam Questions)
16.01  Services constant mesh transmissions
16.02  Services variable ratio belt transmissions
16.03  Services automatic transmissions
Task 17  Diagnoses final drive (2 Exam Questions)
17.01  Diagnoses final drive chains and sprockets
17.02  Diagnoses final drive shaft and gears
17.03  Diagnoses final drive belts and pulleys
Task 18  Services final drive (3 Exam Questions)
18.01  Services final drive chains and sprockets
18.02  Services final drive shaft and gears
18.03  Services final drive belts and pulleys
ADDITIONAL STUDY RESOURCES
Source Organization Resource (hyperlinked)
Motorcyclistonline (Bonnier Corp) Article and Video: Motorcycle Clutches: The Friction Factor
Ben Place Auto shop, Montreal Tables: General Clutch Diagnosis and Solution
BikesMediaenthusiasts site, India Article: Difference Between Primary Drive and Final Drive
Indian MotorcycleHomepage Chapter: Clutches, Transmissions, and Drives by Ed Abdo

(author of Modern Motorcycle textbook)

HowStuffWorks.com Auto Article: How Motorcycles Work - Motorcycle Transmission
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