
Preparing your motorcycle for the start of the school year: maintenance, accessories and customization
Back to school: the ideal time to maintain and personalize your motorcycle
Back to school often marks a turning point for two-wheel enthusiasts. After a summer full of rides and kilometers, it's the perfect time to service your motorcycle , check the safety features and consider a tailor-made customization . Between comfort, style and reliability, every detail counts to approach the return with complete peace of mind.
Whether you ride a BMW R18 , a BMW R Nine T , a Triumph Bonneville T120 or a Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 , the start of the school year is the opportunity to optimize your machine with dedicated accessories to improve its look, comfort and safety.
Why prepare your motorcycle before going back to school?
Getting back on the road often involves more daily commutes and changing weather conditions. Properly preparing your motorcycle means combining mechanical maintenance and the right equipment for a smooth ride.
Essential mechanical maintenance
Before any customization, check:
- Tires : pressure and wear of the rubber.
- Braking : condition of pads/discs, fluid level.
- Engine : oil change, filters, spark plugs.
- Transmission : chain (or belt) tension/wear.
- Electricity/lighting : battery, harnesses, optics.
Everyday comfort and visibility
Complete maintenance with targeted improvements : ergonomics (saddle, handlebars), visibility (lighting, indicators), protection (skid plate, grilles). Universal accessories offer effective cross-body upgrades.
Customize your motorcycle: selections by brand
FCR Accessories designs parts designed to enhance BMW, Triumph and Royal Enfield platforms, with plug & play fitments and a premium level of finish.
BMW: R18, R18 Classic, R12 and R Nine T
BMWs with a neo-retro style are particularly suitable for customization:
- BMW R18 · R18 Classic · R18 B · Transcontinental · Roctane · 100 Years
- BMW R Nine T · Nine T Pure · Urban GS · Scrambler · Racer
- New platforms: BMW R12 ·R12 Nine T
Upgrade ideas: saddle (comfort/aesthetics), license plate holder to refine the line, handlebars adapted to your body shape, protections (shoes, grilles) and visual details (side covers).
Triumph: Modern Classic à la carte
Easy-to-use platforms for the road and everyday use:
- Bonneville: T120 T100 Speed Master Bobber
- Speed Twin: 900 · 1200 · 1200 (2025+) · 1200 RS
- Street & Scrambler: Street Twin · Street Scrambler · Street Cup · Scrambler 900 · Scrambler 1200 · Scrambler 400X · Speed 400
- Racing classics: Thruxton · Thruxton RS
Upgrade ideas: approved LED indicators for visibility, seat adapted to your use (solo/duo), license plate holder, handlebars for a natural position.
Royal Enfield: timeless elegance
Upgrade ideas: leather seats for comfort, handlebars for long distances, headlight grilles and engine guards to protect and enhance the style.
Cross-functional improvements: visibility, protection, ergonomics
For complete back-to-school preparation, consider the cross-curricular categories:
- Universal Accessories : mirrors, brackets, lighting, adjustment parts.
Back To Ride: Take advantage of back-to-school offers
During the Back To Ride period, enjoy 10% off selected BMW, Triumph, and Royal Enfield accessories. And add 5% off with the code BACK5 (valid until 31/08). To quickly choose by brand:
Why choose FCR Accessories?
- French design and premium finishes.
- Plug & play installation without irreversible modification.
- Wide compatibility: BMW, Triumph, Royal Enfield.
- Designs thought for comfort, safety and style .
Conclusion: a return to school under the sign of style and safety
Back-to-school season is an opportunity to make your motorcycle more reliable and personalized . By selecting accessories tailored to your platform (BMW, Triumph, Royal Enfield) and your use, you can optimize comfort, visibility, and riding pleasure. Explore our collections by brand to create a cohesive and high-performance setup, ready for the season.