Motorcycle Classes in San Francisco, CA

This class is an excellent first step in familiarizing yourself with Moto Guild and learning to work on your motorcycle. Following an introduction and tour of Moto Guild, an instructor will lead students through performing the following basic service on their own motorcycles: Inspect brake pads and fluid Clean, lube, and adjust chain...

Have you ever had a break-down on the side of the road with your motorcycle, or a friend's motorcycle, and not known what to do? This can happen to anyone, anywhere - even in your garage. Learn basic skills to deal with a roadside breakdown. We will cover common problems and simple diagnostics to find them and how to repair them. Electrical repair...

HONDA, SUZUKI, YAMAHA, KAWASAKI, TRIUMPH, BMW, DUCATI, APRILIA, MOTO GUZZI, KTM Learn how to check and adjust your valve clearances, change spark plugs, replace the air filter and sync your throttle bodies or carburetors. Changing engine oil and coolant is permitted as well, however additional service items outside of these tasks will be considered...

Change the oil and oil filter on your motorcycle in this hands-on workshop with the help of an instructor. All motorcycle and scooter manufacturers are welcome to this workshop, except for Harley Davidson’s. If you have a HD please schedule a 1-on-1 appointment. We sell oil and oil filters at the shop, both mineral and synthetic and most...

Learn how to rebuild a modern motorcycle engine! In this class you will thoroughly go through the entire engine including theory, discussion, and hands on work. This class will be performed using three Kawasaki Ninja 250 engines.  In groups of 2 to 3, each team will be assigned an engine, given a work space, all necessary tools, and instruction...

Learn how to change the brake pads on your motorcycle. Braking is one of the most important areas of maintenance to know about on a motorcycle. Keeping your brake pads in spec and brake fluid fresh is key. Allowing your brake pads to wear too low can result in hundreds of dollars in repair and be extremely dangerous. Brake fluid changing is included...

One step above the Intro to Maintenance Class, this workshop will lead you through performing the Minor Service on your motorcycle. This Workshop is currently only open to all makes of motorcycles except Harley Davidson. If you have a HD, schedule a 1-on-1 appointment with our HD mechanic. You will learn:  Fairing removal Fuel...

Learn how the drive chain and gearing work on your motorcycle – how to adjust your chain tension, inspect the chain and sprockets for wear, and replace them. This is also handy if you want to change your current sprockets to get more umph or create a more comfortable highway RPM for commuting. You will learn to use a chain tool to break the old...

Learn how fuel systems work on motorcycles. Whether you have carburetors or fuel injection, they must work properly to keep your motorcycle running smoothly. What is fuel/air mixture and why is it important? How do these seemingly complex devices make it right? What is a choke? What do you need to do if you change to an aftermarket air filter...

Learn how a motorcycle electrical system works in this hands-on workshop. We will cover concepts of voltage, current, resistance and components such as switches, connectors, and relays. Learn how to troubleshoot and diagnose electrical systems using a multimeter. Students will get to build a circuit themselves using the right tools to make professional...

Students will learn how to remove the wheels from their motorcycle, use our K&L Tire Changer to replace their tires, and then balance and reinstall their wheels. This is all done with an instructor at hand to make sure the job is done right. You may also bring the wheel(s) off the motorcycle – sign up for the “Wheel off bike” option....