Hi Bonnie 25
+1 for what plainhorse said
I may be you a few years on! I had no experience, scant DIY ability (still limited) and did that motorcycle maintenance course (city of bristol). It showed me some things were SO easy to do (giving me confidence) and for others confirmed I was NEVER going to do them. The main benefit of the course was learning what jobs fitted which category.
With a Haynes manual I have easily done normal services, changed brake pads, lines and discs, changed chain and sprockets and recently changed a tyre. I have resolved to let others do engine work and balance carbs.
I found working on an old low value bike (zzr600) and basic dirt bike (xr400) gave me confidence. Dirt bikes in particular are designed to be easy to service as they need frequent attention so are good to learn on.
I'd pick a simple job (that doesn't feel intimidating to you), give yourself plenty of time, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TOOLS and just follow your Haynes manual step by step.
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