The Best Motorsports Maintenance Tools to Have

Part of being a responsible motorsports vehicle owner is making sure that your vehicle is always in peak condition. This requires you to do some maintenance on a regular basis to ensure that every part, from the engine to the tires, is performing as well as it can. A motorsports vehicle that’s in good working order is less likely to suffer a breakdown on the trail and it’s going to keep you safer and out of the repair shop.

Maxey's Motorsports in Oklahoma City is your Oklahoma motorsports vehicle dealer. Here is a list of the top tools you’ll want to stock your motorsports repair kit or tool box with for those necessary tune-ups at home and quick fixes on the trail.

Multimeter

This small device is used by mechanics to determine how functional a vehicle’s electrical system is. Multimeters measure the electrical conductivity in your vehicle and display amperage, voltage and resistance readings. This helps you to determine any areas where your motorsports vehicle could be under-performing.

Tire-Pressure Gauge & Tire Repair Kit

A tire-pressure gauge will help you monitor the psi levels of your tires, which take a lot of strain on rugged off-road courses. Consult with your owner’s manual to determine the correct psi levels for your vehicle and use your gauge to check tire pressure on a regular basis.

It’s also a good idea to have a tire repair kit with CO2 cartridges, glue, patches and plugs to fix up your tire quickly and go back to riding (obviously, you should have the tire professionally repaired or replaced when you get back home).

Air Compressor

Want to easily air up your tires at home? An air compressor is the best way to do it! Save yourself from having to haul your motorsports vehicle to the gas station to use their air. While air compressors can be spendy, think of how useful they’ll be for the tires on all your vehicles and bicycles, as well as for pool toys and air mattresses. A compact model is ideal for taking on the trail with you so you can air up a flat in no time.

Screwdrivers

It’s always a good idea to keep a variety of screwdrivers on hand for various home repair projects, but you’ll need them for your motorsports vehicle, too. Obtain a high-quality set that includes both flat-head and Phillips-head screwdrivers in many sizes for best results.

Hex Bit Sockets

Most fasteners on your motorsports vehicle will be hex heads, which means that a good set of L-shaped hex keys will be necessary to remove them. Hex-head sockets with ratchets in a few different sizes will give you the leverage you need to loosen things up.

Breaker Bar

For those really stubborn fasteners that just won’t come off, you may need a more aggressive tool in your kit. A breaker bar, which is basically a large wrench with more reach, gives you the leverage that you need to loosen nuts and bolts when you need to make more intensive repairs.

Remember: if you do require some professional attention for your motorsports vehicle, you can always contact the service department here at Maxey’s Motorsports. Our team of professionals will be more than happy to address your problems if you schedule an appointment with us.

Looking for motorsports in Oklahoma City? Browse our website to take a look at the wide selection of new and used motorsports vehicles for sale at our dealership in OKC. Talk to our staff about our finance options if you’re looking for ways to fund your motorsports vehicle purchase. You can even do a test-ride of our vehicles if you so desire! Maxey’s Motorsports proudly serves the cities of Edmond and Tulsa, OK.