Easy and Cheap Tips to Blacken a Dull Motorcycle Rough Body

www.informationautomotive.com - Motorcycle type skutik dominated by body panels with plastic material must actually get special care. 

Due to the age of use usually occurs in color or also called oxidation. This is because it is often exposed to sunlight and UV. This problem mostly arises in the part commonly called orange peel or rough textured body. Generally on the deck, dashboard, footrest and rear fender.

Easy and Cheap Tips to Blacken a Dull Motorcycle Rough Body

However, before we discuss how to blacken a rough body, there are some things you should do so that the part is not easily dull.

1. Avoid The Hot Direct Sunlight

Get used to parking in the shade or those that are not exposed to direct sun exposure. Because sunlight contains ultraviolet, in a certain period of time can damage the coat of motor paint.

2. Don't Let the Motor Get Dirty For A Long Time

If the motor is hit by rainwater and then left for a long time unwashed can cause rust. This is because rainwater has its salt content. The body becomes dull quickly.

3. Wash the Motor with Special Shampoo

Routinely rinse the motor with clean water, especially in the rainy season. Then dry it with a special absorbent cloth. Do not use detergent soap or other soaps, because it can fade the color of the motor body paint.

If it must be washed using soap, try to use a special shampoo to wash the motor. But it can also be risky. Avoid shampoos that contain Hcl (acid hydrochloride), NaOH (sodium hydroxide) and KOH (potassium hydroxide). Remember, these materials have a less good effect and can erode the layer of motor paint.

4. Use Full Body Skotlet

It can also be by installing a scotlet or transparent sticker. This step is considered effective enough to coat the motor body to avoid scratches and scorching sunlight that makes the body easily dull.

5. Diligently Provide compounds and Polish

If you do not want to out a lot of costs, can do your own treatment with compounds and polished liquids. Compounds whose shape resembles gel can be used to disappear fine scratches.

But remember, the process is not instant. The owner must rub the body of the motorcycle with a compound several times to be able to remove fine scratches.

Once the fine scratches are gone, use a gel or polishing liquid to restore the gloss of the motor body. In order not to be mixed by dust or dirt that can cause scratches, when rubbing the body with polished liquid, preferably after the motorcycle is washed.

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More Frequently Traveled, Remember Protection for Vehicles

www.informationautomotive.com - Later on social media often shared video footage of vehicle accidents on the highway. Currently with the loosening of government regulations on restrictions on the mobility of citizens, making the streets again crowded with vehicles that result in the risk of accidents on the highway.

More Frequently Traveled, Remember Protection for Vehicles

One of the protections provided in addition to the safety features of automotive products, insurance protection is also needed. Unfortunately, based on World Bank records, insurance penetration in Indonesia is still relatively low compared to other countries in Southeast Asia. This is also a concern by the Financial Services Authority (OJK) in 2019 showing insurance literacy in Indonesia at only 19.4 percent.

It's certainly alarming. Considering that insurance has many benefits that are newly felt during emergency situations and protect the risk of swollen cost expenditures. Included in vehicle protection.

"Driving safely is mandatory, but by providing additional protection to the vehicle through insurance, vehicle owners can enjoy each trip more calmly," said Head of Communication &Customer Service Management Of Astra Insurance, L. Iwan Pranoto.

For vehicle owners who want to protect their vehicles with insurance, there are some basic tips that can be followed to find the best vehicle insurance.

First, determine the type of coverage according to the needs. Make sure the type of policy coverage chosen adjusts to the needs, whether comprehensive coverage that guarantees partial losses / damages such as scratches and dents or total losses / damages caused by the risks guaranteed in the policy. There is also a Total Loss Only (TLO) that only guarantees a total loss / damage such as loss or coverage against damage where the estimated cost of repairs must be more than or equal to 75 percent of the price of the vehicle shortly before the loss occurs.

The second tip is to know the risks that are guaranteed. Check the policy carefully, in the policy there are any points that are guaranteed by the insurance and can actively ask the insurance if there are points that are not clear. It is also contained in the provisions of the Indonesian Motor Vehicle Insurance Standard Policy (PSAKBI) article 1. Although there are some risks that are an exception to this vehicle insurance product, but there is no need to worry, for vehicle owners who want to get more protection, can consult and apply for an expansion of the guarantee that can be adjusted to the needs.

The third stage, find out the services provided. Basically people choose insurance to ease the burden of risks that may be faced. It is also very important to know what services can be provided by the insurance in order to drive more calmly. The types of services that can usually be taken into consideration are the availability of contact center services as well as the ease of calling emergency services 24 hours, guarantees from workshops for the replacement of official parts, to the ease of claims process offered.

The next tip, must recognize and find out the reputation of the insurance company to be chosen. Insurance is one of the financial institutions under the supervision of the Financial Services Authority (OJK). Therefore it is important to see that the selected insurance company is already registered with OJK. In addition, vehicle owners can also see the track record of the company by knowing how long the insurance has been built, various reviews that can be seen on social media or related sites, to ask directly the opinions of acquaintances who have used it.

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Do These 3 Ways to Keep the V-belt Motor Skutik Durable

www.informationautomotive.com - Scooter type motorcycles become one of the choices of urban communities in supporting daily activities. Make the care business is not too difficult, the most important thing is always diligent to check regularly.

In addition, the scooter does not use a chain like a manual transmission motor. It uses a component called the V-belt. But similarly, it is needed as transferring power from the engine to the rear wheels. Although made of strong enough rubber material, this device also has similar problems with chains. Break up when taken driving.

Do These 3 Ways to Keep the V-belt Motor Skutik Durable

Like other components, the skutik v-belt must also be treated by the owner of the motorcycle along with use. The use of rubber connecting transmission with trapezoidal cross-section actually has a age benchmark, but the use of each rider is different. So how do you keep this important tool going? Here are tips on caring for v-belts from the Technical Service Division of PT Astra Honda Motor (AHM), Endro Sutarno;

1. Routine V-belt Check

For Honda scooters, the v-belt should be checked periodically at the use of 8,000 Km. In theory, the life of this component can touch 24,000 Km and after that it must be replaced. However, it depends on the driving style of each rider. The condition of the dirty CVT space can also shorten the life of the v-belt.

2. Be Careful In Using Racing Accessories

Although racing accessories can make the look of the scooter more stylish, but non-standard components can risk damaging other parts. For safety and comfort in driving, you should be more careful in choosing accessories for your motorcycle. So that the quality is maintained.

3. Normal Use of Skutik

When the skutik position is langsam or idle, the rider should not play the gas lever. Remember, the motorcycle you use transmits matik, so when playing the gas lever then the v-belt will tighten and move the rear wheels. Therefore, the use of idling stop system (ISS) feature is highly recommended in this condition, because in addition to being environmentally friendly can also extend the life of the skutik v-belt.

AHM Technical Service Division, Endro Sutarno said v-belt is a very important component for the scooter as a wheel drive. Optimal engine performance will not be felt for the rider if the v-belt is in poor condition.

"The V-belt is a component that cannot be seen directly by the rider because it is in the CVT, but its role is very important in supporting the performance of honda consumers' favorite scooters. Regular checking at AHASS in accordance with the service manual is highly recommended, so that the v-belt condition remains excellent and handled by the right technicians, "said Endro.

Source: Astra Honda Motor

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Ladies, It's An Easy Way to Take Care of Your Favorite Car at Home

www.informationautomotive.com - The development of mobility in society, making women are also often seen driving their own cars on the highway. Car ownership by the resilient women who sustain the family economy has also increased recently in line with needs.

Like car owners in general, women are also obliged to master the care of their favorite cars. Maintenance is needed to ensure the car's components are always in top condition and ready to use during the trip. This is also to avoid potential problems during travel such as strikes or accidents.

Ladies, It's An Easy Way to Take Care of Your Favorite Car at Home

Many easy car maintenance tips that can be done by women car owners to do alone while at home. First the maintenance is done by diligently heating the machine. This applies if the car is rarely used, especially during a pandemic that makes many vehicles stay in the garage of the house. Heating the machine can be done as much as three times a week or at least once a week. This is to keep the quality of engine oil from decreasing.

The old engine is not turned on will make the engine oil settle for too long, so that when turned on there will be engine components that should be lubricated but not exposed to lubrication. This can cause wear and tear and speed up the engine damage process. In addition, there can be oxidation processes that can damage the chemical formula of engine oil.

The second step is diligent to check the condition of the car tires. Before driving in the morning, make sure the tire wind pressure is in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. This is for the comfort, control and durability of tire use. Take time to check the condition of the tire, whether it looks sharp objects or gravel sticking in the groove of the tire palm that can damage the sole of the tire and make the tire leak smoothly. Make sure the thickness of the tire sole is still above the Tread Wear Indicator (TWI) to maintain the grip of the tire. Also check the condition of the tire wall from potential tearing or bumping that is dangerous if forced to use.

The third step is to check the car fluid. Usually on the hood, check if the liquid in the containers contained in the engine area in accordance with the specified limits. For example, water wipers that help clean dirt in the windshield, then ir radiator to keep the car temperature within optimal limits. Make sure the water level in the tank reservoir matches the recommended level as a backup, including checking the availability of brake fluid to make sure there are no leaks.

The fourth step is to make sure all the car lights are functioning normally aka no one dies. Head and rear lights to aid visibility at night and make the car visible to other road users. Make sure the brake lights are on to avoid the car getting hit from behind when reducing the speed. How to check the car lights is also easy, turn on the engine and see the shadow of the light beam on the wall of the house. Immediately make a replacement if the car lights are off.

The fifth step is always to clean the carpet, car seat and dashboard from dirt, especially dust using a vacuum cleaner. Then wipe with a cloth until clean. This is to maintain comfort and maintain the health of passengers from dust that carries bacteria. Dirt left in the car can leave an unpleasant smell and invite annoying animals.

The sixth step is to perform an engine oil check through the dipstick available on the engine side. Add if less and make sure to always change the engine oil every 10,000 km or six months depending on which one is achieved first. Perform engine oil changes while performing periodic servicing.

This periodic service is also the last step to carry out treatment. In addition to checks that can be done alone at home, periodic service becomes an important way to maintain the condition of the vehicle. Do not because of busyness, the owner forgets the periodic service recommended by the manufacturer. Especially Auto2000, there is a Toyota Home Service (THS) service that can be called to the house to perform service according to the desired time of the vehicle owner.

"In addition to the skills of driving a car on the road, another ability that should be owned by female drivers is to do light maintenance of vehicles that can be done alone at home so that the condition of the car is maintained properly," said Nur Imansyah Tara, Aftersales Business Division Head Auto2000 in his statement, Monday (12/20/2021).

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5 Tips to Safely Carry a Baby When Traveling Long distances by Car

www.informationautomotive.com - There are times when you travel far with your family. It's certainly a fun moment. But for those of you who have momongan, inviting in a small drive of course requires special attention and preparation. Because, children's passengers are clearly different from adult passengers, both in terms of character to needs.

First of all, you should bring a baby that is more than six months old. This is important because the bone structure and muscles are already stronger to support the head. In the event of a shock, the baby remains safe and comfortable in the car.

5 Tips to Safely Carry a Baby When Traveling Long distances by Car

Well, so that your trip and your little one remain safe and comfortable, here are tips on taking your baby on a long trip by car.

1. Determine the itinerary

Before you start a long trip, you should determine the itinerary first. Prepare the departure time, rest until the selected route. The most ideal time is a two-hour drive, then a break. Make sure your trip is not a time-chasing trip. The reason is, long journeys with a baby usually take longer. The most ideal time is a two-hour drive, then a break.

It sounds boring if you stop too much, but this is for the comfort and safety of your child. Sitting in the car seat is not good either. You certainly need a break to change your little one's diaper. There can also be other possibilities such as fussy babies or motion sickness. Use the time off to take the baby out of the car and do things. It can also reduce the level of boredom along the way. 

2. Prepare baby supplies

Furthermore, tips on taking a baby on a long trip by car is to carefully prepare baby supplies. Bring a special bag or container that contains baby needs such as changing clothes, diapers, milk and milk bottles, wet wipes, baby food, baby toiletries, to baby cutlery.

Do not forget to also bring emergency equipment containing baby medicines, thermometers, fever reliever plaster, wound medicine, to special baby skin moisturizers. Doing careful preparation will make your trip with your baby more comfortable because it is free from worry.

3. Always use child car seat

Tips on taking a baby on a long trip by car can not be separated from the baby seat. Child seat is a special seat designed for infants and children. This special seat is able to withstand the baby's movements while dampening shocks.

Child car seats minimize the risk of accidents in infants. Always place this auxiliary seat on the back of the driver. Especially babies weighing under 13 Kg or under two years, the position is facing backwards. The goal is that the baby's head is maintained by the back of the car seat, so that it will not be crushed when the car stops suddenly. While for babies over three years, can use a convertible car seat that can be positioned facing the front. In addition to safety concerns, child car seats are also useful to make babies sit independently. It doesn't bother the other passengers in the car.

Some vehicles already have Isofix technology which is a passive safety feature for passengers. With this Isofix, you can install your own child seat but still guaranteed safety.

4. Create a comfortable atmosphere for the baby

In addition to being tired, usually the baby will cry because they feel bored. This often happens when babies are invited to travel far by car. They feel saturated because they have to be in the cabin of a car that makes limited wiggle room. To overcome this, you can create a comfortable atmosphere for the baby in the car cabin.

Bring some of your child's favorite toys to make him feel familiar with the atmosphere in the car. You can also line the car seat with a thick blanket to make the baby feel comfortable. Or, you can also play her favorite music and sing along. Then interact so that your child does not get bored.

5. Always calm

Everything was done, but the baby was still crying. Then you have to stay calm and think positively. Edge the car, take the baby out of the cabin to get a new atmosphere. Sometimes, what causes long trips with the baby becomes exhausting precisely not because of the little one. It could be due to the excessive worry you feel as a parent. As a result, you are not calm during the trip and when you arrive at your destination, your body becomes tired.

That's why being calm is also one of the tips to take a baby on a long trip by car. Keep in mind that everything will be fine. If you are afraid of something being missed, try to create a checklist that lists equipment for travel.

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Turn on and off the AC Don't Be Careless, Here's the Rule

www.informationautomotive.com - Air Conditioner aka AC a ka pendingan air on the vehicle is tasked with helping comfort. Especially in the dry season ac car becomes one of the mainstays to make driving still comfortable. In other times, many are not aware of this aerial pending operational urusa. Not all drivers turn on the car's air conditioner the right way. With the aim to cool the car cabin, but because of the wrong way, instead make the temperature in the cabin becomes more hot.

The hot temperature in the car cabin is certainly uncomfortable and can slow down the driver's reaction while driving. If the cabin in the car heats up to 35 degrees Celsius, the driver's reaction will be reduced by 20 percent rather than driving in the cabin with a temperature of 25 degrees Celsius.

Turn on and off the AC Don't Be Careless, Here's the Rule

AC operations should not be performed carelessly. If you do not follow the rules, it does not rule out the possibility that the component can be quickly damaged. For example, when turning off the engine should the AC also be disabled. Because, in the long run there will be components that are quickly damaged prematurely.

Frequent mistakes

The mistake that most often done by the driver when turning on the air conditioner is to directly adjust the ac to the coldest temperature shortly after he entered the car cabin. Though this one will actually make hot air circulating in the car cabin. The right and effective way to cool the car cabin quickly is to open the door and glass first for approximately 1 minute, to wait for all car systems to be connected. After 1 minute, close all doors and windows, then turn on the air conditioner to the coldest setting temperature.

 Then, the AC grille should not be directly directed to the rider with the aim to cool quickly. This method can actually make the temperature in the car cabin becomes more hot. We recommend directing the AC grille to the roof so that cold air is more evenly spread throughout the cabin. If the car is equipped with automatic AC settings, we can take advantage of this feature. By using the Auto system, the cabin will still feel cold and air circulation from the outside is still ongoing so that the glass will not appear dewy.

There are other bad habits that are often done by vehicle owners. That is, turning the car's air conditioner on and off when the engine rotation is still high. Whereas when the engine rotation is high, automatic compressor rotation is also high. If the car's air conditioner is suddenly turned off or turned on in these conditions, then the car compressor will bear a considerable burden. The impact, there will be considerable friction on the ac pulley component and center piece compressor.

Things not to do

There are some things not to do. Do not drive with the window open when the air conditioner is on. Make sure you close the windows in the car this is aimed so that there is no dust and dirt from outside that enters the car and is sucked by the car air conditioner and attached to the cabin. That way the AC will stay awake and not give off a bad smell.

What is often seen is smoking in the car. Never smoke in the ac. Cigarette smoke can cause excess dirt in the cabin, so the car's air conditioner will quickly break down and not cool. Avoid smoking in the car if you want the car air conditioner to stay cool and maintained.

Well, when you are driving and will get to your destination, be sure to turn off the air conditioner first before turning off the car engine, as well as when you will start the car engine after the new optimal start ac. Incorrect use causes the electrical system voltage in the car to be high and unstable it can slowly impact the electrical system of components in the car.

Take regular care

Lastly, do not forget to also check regularly the condition of the car air conditioner so that it can work optimally. Regular treatment to avoid long-term effects. Because many important components contained in the AC, such as compressors, condenses, to evaporators. If when the component is problematic, then the performance of the AC becomes not maximal.

There are a few things to watch out for:

- Every 6 months / 10 rb km replace the cabin filter.

- Every 1 year of light periodic servicing such as blower and condenser service.

- Every 2 years of large servicing includes evaporators, blowers, condensers, replacing dryers and cabin filters and recharging.

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Brakes Don't Work Normally While Driving, Here Are 7 Tips to Deal With Them

www.informationautomotive.com - Have you ever had a situation where the car's brakes didn't work? You have to stop the vehicle. Unpleasant situations sometimes even create panic. Yep, it shows how important the brake function is. Therefore the braking system must get regular attention to always function properly.

If necessary, whenever the car will be used the driver should check the brake function. If the brakes are problematic, this usually happens because the car owner rarely performs routine maintenance or any disturbances in brake fluid. Hariadi, Assistant to Service Department Head of PT Suzuki Indomobil Sales (SIS), said to avoid the possibility of brake damage when your car is used you do periodic checks. It can be done alone or in an official workshop.

Brakes Don't Work Normally While Driving, Here Are 7 Tips to Deal With Them

Why does the brakes not work? A lot of causes. But there are some tips that can be done to avoid the possibility of brakes not functioning normally while driving.

First, check the surface thickness layer of the tire periodically. The condition of the thickness of the tire surface layer greatly affects the results of braking, especially in slippery and wet road conditions. Check the tire thickness layer regularly, especially if daily braking activities are done regularly.

When driving, reduce the speed when it rains or the roads are wet. This is done to avoid excessive use of brakes. Rainy conditions or wet roads can also cause vehicles to slip if using high speeds. Then avoid doing full braking on the downhill road.

In addition to spending the brake canvas is also dangerous. The trick, use the Engine Brake trick to slow down the speed of the car by lowering the transmission to a lower gear. You can use a low gear transmission when crossing a downhill road and displacement is made before the descent. Use gear 1 for manual transmission cars, and L, 2, or 3 for cars with automatic transmissions.

Well, what if the vehicle experiences brakes that do not function normally in the middle of the road? Don't panic right away. There are some tips you can do:

1. Keep Pumping the Brakes

The step that can be done is to keep pumping the brakes so that the pressure returns as before. However, if when pumped the brake feels heavy or rough, there may be something in the brake system. Immediately reduce the speed of the car and stop to the roadside to check the brake system part.

 2. Use the Handbrake

Pull the handbrake carefully and feel the bite on the caliper part of the wheel. If the brakes feel already biting then do not let go and let until the speed of the car slows down. The rider must also adjust the brake pressure so as not to lose control.

3. Press Hazard Light Button and Horn

This step should be done to signal to other motorists to know that the brakes of the car or other parts of the vehicle are in trouble.

4. Don't Immediately Turn off the Machine

It is advisable not to immediately turn off the engine because it can make it difficult to regulate and control the direction of the car because the power steering pump will turn off so that the steering wheel will feel heavy and the brakes so it does not function normally.

5. Don't Step on the Gas Pedal

Avoid stepping on the gas pedal as it will add high speed to the car.

6. Crashing Into Soft Objects

This step can be done if the above methods fail to be done. Crashing a car into something soft (e.g., a mound of earth, piles of tires or sand) can reduce or stop the speed of the vehicle.

7. Navigate to the Evacuation path

Direct the vehicle to the evacuation path if the brakes do not function normally, the usual evacuation path is on the left side of the toll road, especially for the downhill toll road, the condition of the evacuation road in the form of an incline road and at the end there are mounds of earth or piles of tires.

"To reduce the occurrence of damage to the car brakes, motorists can conduct routine checks at official workshops scattered throughout Indonesia. Check to replace and repair parts that do not work properly. But if there is brake damage while on the road, the rider can take the vehicle to the nearest authorized Suzuki workshop by contacting Suzuki Emergency Roadside Assistance (SERA) to make it easier for the rider to treat or repair the damage," hariadi concluded.

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