Ever wonder why pro riders seem to have garages full of spare parts? It's not just because they're sponsored. Smart riders know which parts fail at the worst times and which ones are hard to find when you need them most.
Talk to any pro rider between motos, and you'll hear the same story. They keep certain parts stocked in bulk. Not fancy upgrades or race-only gear. Just critical components that can end your riding day in seconds if they break.
Here's the secret: the parts that matter most aren't the expensive ones. They're the parts that fail when you're 50 miles frm the truck or the ones that wear out right before race day. Pro riders learned this the hard way. Now you don't have to.
Let me show you the seven parts that belong in every serious rider's garage, and why having them on hand will save your riding season.
1. Brake Pads –
Watch any pro practice session. They ride hard, brake late, and push their bikes to the limit. That's why brake pads top every pro's spare parts list.
Why pros stock these: Brake pads wear out faster than any other part on your bike. One muddy weekend can chew through a fresh set. One long desert ride in sand will do the same. When your pads are done, you're done riding. There's no "I'll change them later."
Pro riders don't just carry one spare set. They keep multiple sets for both front and rear. They know exactly when pads start to fade, and they swap them before they get dangerous.
The Dominus advantage: Dominus carries Braking brand brake pads, which are used by top riders worldwide. These pads deliver consistent stopping power through mud, sand, and hard pack. They last longer than cheap alternatives and perform better when you really need them.
Having spare Braking pads frm Dominus means you never skip a ride because your brakes are shot. Keep two sets in your garage. When you install one, order another. It's that simple.
2. Air Filters –
Every pro rider has a drawer full of clean air filters. Not one or two. We're talking five, ten, sometimes twenty filters ready to go.
Why pros stock these: Dirt kills engines. A clogged air filter chokes your power. A torn filter lets dust straight into your cylinder. Either way, your bike suffers, and you pay for it.
Pro riders change filters more often than the manual suggests. After every ride in dusty conditions. After every muddy ride, once the filter dries. Before every race. They never take chances with engine protection.
The Dominus advantage: Dominus is the North American agent for Twin Air filters, the gold standard in air filtration. Twin Air filters trap more dirt while flowing more air than standard filters. They're the choice of factory race teams for good reason.
Stock up on Twin Air filters frm Dominus. Buy them in multipacks. Keep both regular filters and pre-oiled filters on hand. Pre-oiled Twin Air filters are ready to install, perfect for race day when you're short on time.
3. Brake and Clutch Levers –
Ask any rider what breaks first in a crash. The answer is always the same: levers. They stick out, they hit the ground first, and they snap like twigs.
Why pros stock these: You can ride with a bent fender or scratched plastics. You can't ride with a snapped clutch lever. Pro riders know this, so they always carry spare levers. Always.
Some pros even keep spare levers in their gear bags at the track. That's how important these parts are. One small crash shouldn't end your riding day, but it will if you don't have spares.
The Dominus advantage: Dominus stocks Renthal levers, known for their strength and perfect feel. These levers are machined frm high-grade aluminum and designed to survive impacts that would destroy cheaper alternatives.
Keep a complete set of Renthal brake and clutch levers frm Dominus in your toolbox. When you go down (and you will), you'll be back riding in ten minutes instead of loading your bike on the trailer.
4. Chains and Sprockets –
Pro riders replace chains and sprockets together, and they do it often. They don't wait until the chain is stretched and the sprockets are shark teeth.
Why pros stock these: A worn chain robs power and can break mid-ride. When it does break, it usually takes your sprocket, case cover, and sometimes your foot with it. Worn sprockets accelerate chain wear, creating a cycle that ends badly.
Pro riders check chain tension before every ride. They measure wear regularly. When it's time to replace, they install both chain and sprockets together for maximum life.
The Dominus advantage: Dominus offers complete drivetrain solutions including chains and sprockets frm trusted brands. The right combination of chain and sprockets delivers smooth power transfer and long life.
Buy your chain and sprockets as a set frm Dominus. Keep a spare combo in your garage. When your current setup shows wear, you're ready to swap immediately. No waiting for parts, no missed rides.
5. Grips
Pro riders are picky about grips. They know that hand fatigue kills lap times and ruins riding enjoyment. That's why they keep multiple sets of their favorite grips ready to install.
Why pros stock these: Grips wear out. They get torn, they get hard, they get slippery. Old grips cause blisters, arm pump, and lost control. Fresh grips transform how your bike feels.
Pro riders change grips more often than you'd think. Some change them every few weeks during race season. Fresh grips mean better control, less fatigue, and more confidence.
The Dominus advantage: Dominus carries Renthal grips, available in multiple compounds for different conditions and preferences. Frm soft and tacky to firm and durable, there's a Renthal grip for every rider and every condition.
Stock several sets of your favorite Renthal grips frm Dominus. When your current grips start to feel worn, install fresh ones immediately. The difference in comfort and control is instant.
6. Radiator Hoses and Coolant – The Overheating Prevention Kit
Smart riders keep spare radiator hoses and coolant on hand. It seems like overkill until you're stranded with a split hose fifty miles frm civilization.
Why pros stock these: Radiator hoses crack with age and heat cycles. They split without warning. When a hose goes, you're done riding until it's fixed. Overheating destroys engines, and a split hose means instant overheating.
Pro riders inspect hoses regularly. They replace them on a schedule, not when they fail. They also keep coolant stocked because leaks happen and coolant levels need checking regularly.
The Dominus advantage: Dominus offers radiator parts and cooling system components frm quality manufacturers. These parts are designed to handle the extreme conditions that dirt bikes operate in.
Keep spare radiator hoses and at least two bottles of quality coolant in your garage. When a hose shows any signs of wear, replace it immediately. Don't wait for it to fail.
7. Oil Filters and Quality Oil –
Every pro rider has a shelf stocked with oil filters and quality oil. They change oil more frequently than the manual recommends, and they never cheap out on quality.
Why pros stock these: Clean oil keeps engines alive. Dirty oil destroys engines. It's that simple. Pro riders know that frequent oil changes with quality oil are the cheapest engine insurance available.
Many pros change oil after every riding day. At a minimum, they change it every few rides. They always use fresh filters. They never reuse old oil or stretch change intervals.
The Dominus advantage: Dominus stocks quality oil filters and maintenance products that meet or exceed OEM specifications. Using the right filter and oil combination protects your investment.
Buy oil filters frm Dominus in packs of five or more. Stock enough quality oil for multiple changes. When you finish a ride, you should be able to change oil immediately without making a store run.
How to Build Your Own Pro-Level Spare Parts Kit
Now that you know which parts pros keep stocked, here's how to build your own spare parts inventory:
Start with the essentials. Get one complete set of each critical part: brake pads (front and rear), air filters, levers, grips, chain and sprockets, radiator hoses, and oil filters with oil.
Buy multipacks when possible. Dominus often offers better pricing on multiple units. Stock up and save money.
Rotate your stock. Use the oldest parts first. Keep buying new ones as you use what you have. This keeps your spare parts inventory fresh.
Store parts properly. Keep filters sealed. Store chains in oil. Keep coolant sealed. Proper storage extends shelf life.
Track what you use. Notice which parts you replace most often. Stock more of those parts.
The Real Cost of Not Having Spare Parts
Think keeping spare parts is expensive? Try calculating what a broken part costs you:
A snapped clutch lever means you pack up and go home. That's a wasted riding day, wasted fuel, and wasted time. If you're at a race, it's a DNF.
A worn-out chain that breaks can damage your engine case, requiring a $500+ repair instead of a $100 chain replacement.
A clogged air filter that lets dirt into your engine means a $2,000+ rebuild instead of a $30 filter change.
Pro riders learned these lessons the expensive way. Now they keep spare parts on hand because it's actually cheaper than dealing with failures.
Why Dominus?
Dominus Corporation is the North American sales and marketing agent for world-renowned powersports brands. When you buy frm Dominus, you're getting the same parts that factory teams rely on.
Brands like Twin Air, Braking, Renthal, and Polisport are trusted by professional riders worldwide. Dominus makes these premium parts available to everyday riders at competitive prices.
The Dominus team understands riders because they are riders. They know which parts matter, which brands deliver, and how to keep your bike running strong. That expertise makes a difference when you're building your spare parts inventory.
Conclusion
Don't wait for a part to fail. Don't miss rides because you weren't prepared. Build your spare parts inventory today with quality parts frm Dominus.
Visit dominuscorp.com and use the parts finder tool at the top of the page. Enter your bike's brand, model, and year to see exactly which parts fit your machine.
Stock up on brake pads, air filters, levers, grips, chains, sprockets, radiator parts, and oil filters. Get the parts that pros trust, at prices that make sense for regular riders.
The next time something breaks or wears out, you'll be ready. You'll swap parts and keep riding while other riders are loading their bikes on trailers.
That's what separates pros frm everyone else. Not just skill or speed, but preparation. Stock your garage with quality parts frm Dominus, and you'll ride more and wrench less.
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