Free Motorcycle Workshop Class: Help Rebuild a 1971 Honda (SF)
Scuderia | 1070 Maryland St Suite 112, San Francisco, CA 94107
Event Details
Scuderia Tech Nights launches a free, hands-on motorcycle workshop series for all skill levels, focusing on a six-month top-end engine rebuild of a 1971 Honda motorcycle. The first session covers basic motorcycle anatomy, systems, safe workshop practices, and essential tools, with both lecture and hands-on components. All genders, makes, and experience levels are welcome.
Program Length: 6 Months
Schedule: Second Thursday of Every Month
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Scuderia 1070 maryland st suite 112 San Francisco Ca 94107
Class Format: Lecture + Hands-On Demonstration
Program Overview
Scuderia Tech Nights is a six-month educational workshop series. It’s a safe space for all Genders Makes and models with no previous technical knowledge and up. Focused on understanding, servicing, and rebuilding the top end of a motorcycle engine. Participants will begin with foundational motorcycle mechanics and progressively work through systems theory, engine design, diagnostics, disassembly, machining considerations, measurement techniques, and final reassembly.
The course culminates in a complete top-end rebuild including:
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Engine removal
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Cylinder head disassembly
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Piston replacement
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Cylinder machining and honing
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Valve inspection
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Cam timing
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Ignition timing
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Torque procedures
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Gasket installation
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Final engine startup and tuning
This curriculum is designed for beginners and enthusiasts and emphasizes proper shop practices, factory specifications, and mechanical confidence.
SESSION 1 — June 11, 2026Introduction to Motorcycle Mechanics & motorcycle SystemsClassroom Topics
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Motorcycle anatomy and terminology
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Overview of the motorcycle platform and systems
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Workshop safety and shop etiquette
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Essential hand tools and measuring tools
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Metric hardware and fasteners
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Torque concepts and why they matter
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Understanding service manuals and exploded diagrams
Bike Systems Overview
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Fuel system
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Electrical system
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Charging system
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Ignition system
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Lubrication system
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Intake and exhaust systems
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Transmission and clutch basics
Hands-On Activities
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Identify major motorcycle engine components
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Practice torque wrench operation
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Read and interpret technical specifications
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Hardware organization methods and labeling
Learning Objectives
Students will:
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Understand basic motorcycle systems
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Learn safe workshop procedures
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Become familiar with motorcycle engine architecture
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Gain confidence using proper tools and service references
Original Event Description:
_RSVP Scuderia Tech Night (Session 1) June 11th Scuderia Tech Nights1971 Honda motorcycle Top-End Rebuild Series Program Length: 6 Months Schedule: Second Thursday of Every Month Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Scuderia 1070 maryland st suite 112 San Francisco Ca 94107 Class Format: Lecture + Hands-On Demonstration Program Overview Scuderia Tech Nights is a six-month educational workshop series. It’s a safe space for all Genders Makes and models with no previous technical knowledge and up. Focused on understanding, servicing, and rebuilding the top end of a motorcycle engine. Participants will begin with foundational motorcycle mechanics and progressively work through systems theory, engine design, diagnostics, disassembly, machining considerations, measurement techniques, and final reassembly. The course culminates in a complete top-end rebuild including: Engine removal Cylinder head disassembly Piston replacement Cylinder machining and honing Valve inspection Cam timing Ignition timing Torque procedures Gasket installation Final engine startup and tuning This curriculum is designed for beginners and enthusiasts and emphasizes proper shop practices, factory specifications, and mechanical confidence. SESSION 1 — June 11, 2026Introduction to Motorcycle Mechanics & motorcycle SystemsClassroom Topics Motorcycle anatomy and terminology Overview of the motorcycle platform and systems Workshop safety and shop etiquette Essential hand tools and measuring tools Metric hardware and fasteners Torque concepts and why they matter Understanding service manuals and exploded diagrams Bike Systems Overview Fuel system Electrical system Charging system Ignition system Lubrication system Intake and exhaust systems Transmission and clutch basics Hands-On Activities Identify major motorcycle engine components Practice torque wrench operation Read and interpret technical specifications Hardware organization methods and labeling Learning Objectives Students will: Understand basic motorcycle systems Learn safe workshop procedures Become familiar with motorcycle engine architecture Gain confidence using proper tools and service references 🔧🏍️ Starts June 11 at Pier 70, Building 12. Scuderia Tech Nights is a FREE six-month hands-on workshop series designed for all genders, makes, and models—whether you’ve never picked up a wrench or you’re looking to deepen your technical knowledge. @Scuderiamoto experts will help you explore the inner workings of a motorcycle engine from the ground up, starting with foundational mechanics and progressing through systems theory, engine design, diagnostics, disassembly, machining considerations, precision measurement, and final reassembly. Come for the full journey or drop in whenever you can. This is a welcoming space to learn, ask questions, build confidence, and get your hands dirty. 📅 Starts June 11 🎟️ Free to attend 🔗 RSVP + full syllabus in bio_
Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.
Cost: FREE*
