I would love to become more proficient looking after my bike, but the simple truth is that my current skill set lies elsewhere. I've been travelling during my holidays since I bought the bike in 2010 (and I have been to Africa) and I've not worried too much, just enjoyed the riding. Admittedly, the bike's still fairly new and in good nick, but there will always be someway of finding if needed.
I'd love to learn more. My local evening classes never take place due to the lack of interest of others (there have to be a minimum take up), and my local garage always seem overworked, so asking there's probably a no go. I'd rather not wait until I'm proficient mechanically before setting off somewhere.
Yes, learn as much as you can BUT never let lack of knowledge put you off riding in the first place!
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