A little attention goes a long way
Good maintenance is usually boring in the best way. It is short, repeatable, and enough to catch problems while they are still easy.
- Check tire pressure before longer rides.
- Wipe dust and grit off the key contact points.
- Listen for new noises instead of riding through them.
- Keep fasteners and touchpoints honest.
- Charge with some rhythm instead of pure chaos.
These are not glamorous habits. They work anyway.