Motorcycle Mechanic
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.
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).
Modern Motorcycle Technology – 3rd Edition (2017) by Edward Adbo. Published by Cengage (Boston) / Distributed by Nelson (Scarborough).
| Block/Task/Sub-task | Textbook:
Modern Motorcycle |
Textbook:
Motorcycles Fundamentals |
|---|---|---|
| A COMMON OCCUPATIONAL SKILLS (10 Exam Questions) | ||
| Task 1 - Performs safety-related functions (4 Exam Questions) | Chapter 2: Safety First | Chapter 2: Shop Safety and
Environmental Protection |
| 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) | Chapter 2: Safety First | Chapter 2: Shop Safety and
Environmental Protection |
| 2.01 Uses trade-related consumables | ||
| 2.02 Performs periodic maintenance | Chapter 19: Motorcycle Maintenance
and Emission Controls | |
| 2.03 Performs storage procedures | ||
| 2.04 Prepares new units | Chapter 2: Safety First | |
| 2.05 Conducts safety inspections | ||
| 2.06 Maintains tools and equipment | Chapter 3: Tools | Chapter 3: Tools and
Shop Equipment |
| 2.07 Verifies repairs | Chapter 1: Introduction | Chapter 2: Shop Safety and
Environmental Protection |
| 2.08 Prepares reports and recommendations | Chapter 3: Tools | |
| 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 | |
| Block/Task/Sub-task | Textbook:
Modern Motorcycle |
Textbook:
Motorcycles Fundamentals |
|---|---|---|
| B CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION (14 Exam Questions) | ||
| Task 3 Diagnoses chassis and components (3 Exam Questions) | Chapter 17: Frames and Suspension | |
| 3.01 Diagnoses frame | Chapter 20 | |
| 3.02 Diagnoses steering head | Chapter 19
Chapter 20 |
|
| 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) | Chapter 17 | |
| 4.01 Services frame | Chapter 20 | |
| 4.02 Services steering head | Chapter 19
Chapter 20 |
|
| 4.03 Services handle bars, foot rests and controls | ||
| 4.04 Services ancillary and accessory components | ||
| Task 5 Diagnoses suspension (3 Exam Questions) | Chapter 17 | |
| 5.01 Diagnoses front suspension components | ||
| 5.02 Diagnoses rear suspension components | ||
| 5.03 Diagnoses swing arm | Chapter 7 | |
| Task 6 Services suspension system (4 Exam Questions) | Chapter 17 | |
| 6.01 Services front suspension components | ||
| 6.02 Services rear suspension components | ||
| 6.03 Services swing arm | Chapter 7
Chapter 20 |
|
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| C WHEELS AND TIRES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
