Everyone who uses a motorbike to travel around Thailand including the islands of Phuket, Samui or the resort cities of Krabi, Pattaya, involuntarily confronts the problem of repair and maintenance of its bike. Thai workshops workers may not speak English or you risk becoming a victim of inflated prices, like the simple-minded tourist, but nobody wants to pay more. About average prices For the repair of the iron friend and this article will be. All data collected on open spaces, in particular, were collected by my friend Eugene, from whom you You can rent a bike in Krabi, I can safely recommend. And about the nuances of renting bikes, the article I already have, be sure to read, if there is no experience.
The content of the article
- 1 Price for repair and maintenance of bikes
- 1.1 Engine, chain, cooling, carburetor, tank
- 1.2 Box and Clutch
- 1.3 Wheels
- 1.4 Brakes
- 1.5 Plastic, mirrors and license plate
- 2 Filters, candles, battery
- 2.1 Running gear
- 2.2 Washing
- 3 Important nuances
Contents
Price for repair and maintenance of bikes
It should be understood that prices vary by region. In places where tourists gather, they are higher, however, problems with communication will not be. Official services, contrary to domestic working at a lower cost than private offices, at least regarding major issues (oil change, brake testing and etc.). Other work or do not perform, or deliberately delay deadlines For example, if a plastic part breaks down, repair it. most likely refuse, offer to replace. Therefore, your path will be lie to private masters.
The following prices are regional averages: Krabi, Koh Lanta, Ko Phangan, Surat Thani, Trang, Hua Hin and the northern provinces near Chiang Mai city. In the popular resorts of Samui and Phuket top the bar of the price range will be slightly higher.
Engine, chain, cooling, carburetor, tank
- Changing the engine oil (once in ~ 4000 km) – 150 baht;
- Motorcycle chain tightening – 30-50 baht;
- Topping up the fluid in the cooling system – 10-30 baht, often free of charge when changing the oil if you ask for it service providers;
- Adjust and clean the carburetor – 50-250 baht, in depending on the complexity;
- Elimination of rust in the fuel tank and fuel line – 400-500 baht;
Box and Clutch
- Oil change in the variator – 100 baht;
- Replacing bearings in the variator – 300-400 baht;
- Replacing the variator belt – 500 baht;
- Replacement clutch – 1200 – 2000 baht;
Wheels
- Replacing the camera in case of a puncture – 150 baht (up to 200-250 baht on islands);
- Tire replacement (heavy wear, puncture) – 300-1200 baht, price depends on tire size and motorcycle model. On average she costs 500-600 baht;
- Vulcanization of a punctured chamber – 30-100 baht (up to 150 in tourist areas). Car wheel repair will cost from 150 and up to 250 baht, depending on the car and condition of the tire;
- Replacing the spoke disc – 600 baht;
- Pump the wheels can always be free for a smile. Or you can pump up the wheels yourself in any garage or on refueling.
Brakes
- Adjust the front disc brake – 30-50 baht;
- Adjust the rear drum brake – from free replacement and up to 30 baht;
- Replacing brake pads on disc brakes (front + rear) – 300-400 baht;
Plastic, mirrors and license plate
- Grout scratches on plastic – from 50-100 baht per item, in the area headlights and deep scratches, will cost you more;
- Replacement of plastic body parts – 1 part from 100 to 1000 baht, maybe more, it’s all about the bike brand. On PCX, the details are about 20 or 30% more expensive;
- Complete replacement of all plastic on a bike with a choice of color – usually somewhere around 5,000 baht, not more. If you are asked about 10 thousand baht for a seriously ragged bike, then you should just look another service;
- Replacing side mirrors – 150-300 baht for one mirror. Replacement produced by the kit, in case you need to change only one mirror, then a new second will be left for you to stock. Seldom when in services there is a mirror in a single copy, but maybe luck if the bike model is popular;
- Replacing and installing a new license plate – 100 baht;
PCX plastic prices in Thailand
Filters, candles, battery
- Cleaning the air filter – 30-50 baht;
- Replacing the air filter (after 10,000 kilometers or once per year) – 200-400 baht;
- Replacement candles – 100-200 baht;
- Battery replacement – 500-900 baht, size affects the price battery and power;
Running gear
- Replacing a pair of rear shock absorbers – 2000-3000 baht;
- Replacing bearings in the hub – 300-500 baht;
- Replacement of spare parts and oil in the front fork – up to 1,500 baht (drive neatly!);
Washing
- Washing the bike – 50-60 baht;
- Wash a motorcycle – 80-120 baht;
Important nuances
From the above price list it is clear that the cost of repair bike in Thailand is available to anyone. But you still need to know some points for a clearer understanding of the maintenance of your bike.
- If you are offered to change the oil in the scooter to specialized motor oil (with additives), then follows inquire about the reasons for this. In ordinary Thai scooters (but not in motorcycles) used ordinary oil viscosity 10w40. A dry transmission in a scooter (with the exception of the Yamaha T-Max) is not requires additional friction oil additives.
- The belt in the variator is designed for ~ 25 thousand kilometers. It does not follow believe according to the technician about the wear of the belt if you know exactly what Your motorbike run is much less. The belt may break, but does not wear out. Better in advance when mileage will approach to 20 thousand km, buy a spare belt and throw it in the glove box bike, it costs about 1500 baht.
- The standard gear oil is poured into the gearbox. Changes on the data sheet of a particular model of bike, that is, some Bikes once in 20 thousand kilometers, for some a couple of times a year. Serviceman can try to dilute you for a replacement, saying that it is dirty. But this oil becomes opaque a day after using a bike. In general, pay attention.
- Coolant is available in green, blue and red. Green and blue need to be changed once a year and can be mixed. between themselves. Red changes once every 5 years and in no case Do not interfere with the blue and red cooling. If you suddenly change the green / blue to red, then note that the cooling system will have to pre-rinse 2-3 times with distilled water In the future, on the services, do not forget to check the level fluid.
- Light scratches on plastic parts can be removed in service in just an hour. Details will look almost like new. Deep scratches are also removed, but the work is more expensive, so It may be easier to buy a new plastic.
- When choosing a bike (buy, rent), pay attention to the sound engine work. It should be smooth. In private rents rarely twist mileage, but the salons with b / y bikes can be. there is a couple of signs of a big run is a scratched key lock ignition and shabby license plate (Thais rarely change it). But indirect signs, because the lock and the sign can be replaced.
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