Many scooter breakdowns that could have been easily avoided with one simple habit: changing the gear oil on time.

Many engine oil brands have introduced colored and scented motorcycle oils—blue, red, gold, even bubblegum or strawberry-scented. Riders love the cool vibes when draining oil or the nice smell during engine warm-up.

The oil pump is the heart of your engine’s lubrication system. When it fails, the engine is in danger. Here's what typically causes it.