Build and ride

About Build and ride

Build and ride

April 8, 2023

Troubleshooting and rebuilding systems and components

4 Lessons

Engine

Transmission and drivetrain

Suspension

Brakes

Fabrication

6 Lessons

Structural modification considerations

Fabrication design methods

Fundamental metalworking skills

Welding overview

Common modifications

Fibreglass and carbon fibre fabrications

Mocking up the build

1 Lesson

Mocking up the build

Electrical

4 Lessons

Electrical know-how

Wire, connectors and soldering

Building a harness

Testing the electrical system

Testing

3 Lessons

Testing plan – to ride or not to ride

Detecting problems

Repairs and follow up

Final paint and teardown

7 Lessons

Paint technology

Tear down, equipment and area preparation

Preparing to spray paint

Painting technique

Painting process

Metal polishing

Other finishes

Assembly

2 Lessons

Assembly checklist

Assembly tips

Pre-ride testing

2 Lessons

Pre-ride checklist

Post-ride assessment and repairs

Ride!

1 Lesson

Ride!