Delboy's Garage, Simple Skills, # Multimeter.

[@RobEmDim69]

6 years and in my opinion, the best explanation i have found. Nice

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Sir, glad it helped!

[@sczscoob212]

Thanks Del, I am that bloke who has one in the toolbox drawer & not a clue how to use it. But now I know!! Keep em coming 👍🏼

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate, glad it helped you out...

[@MrSkeets6]

This has to be the best vid you have done without spanners, ranting or grinding! Thank you so much for your little insight into the dark art of electrics!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy... 'little insight' indeed... just the very basic outlive and a couple of easy checks, hoping to instill a little confidence in checking things... thanks for watching.. Del.

[@johnbrereton5229]

A great explanation, I've had a multi meter for a year or so by now. But I know much more about using it than I ever did before. 👍

[@daxingxing6895]

Thanks much for clear explanation and visual on how to work a multimeter.I'm old but not too old to learn.Thanks for taking time and efforts an our/my behalf.Old geezer in Seattle.

[@ScottishATeam]

had one for years clueless how to work you made that easy been practicing since watching video thank you for the video been very helpful for motorhome

[@Moonfleet41]

Most welcome mate..Glad to help!

[@scottseabaugh]

The ohms difference you saw (.03 to .04) when you measured your first glass fuse was through your hands and body. It's helpful to be aware that if your hands are touching both leads, you're reading parallel resistance through your body.

[@gregoriousgilbert519]

Hay Del. Just got new battery for Fazer along with other bits for new mot. Two weeks of battery in the box, at 600 volts show 13v; at200 its 13.1; at 20 its 13.05. first time showing actual how to with multimeter. cheers coffee?

[@gregoriousgilbert519]

Hi. just joined patreon. Got today from ebay a coffee mug that heats water so you can have a coffee, or soap or tea or evan a warm toddy if you are at the end of riding for the day. Anyway might as well try it out. plugged into lighter socket with couple crockadile clips connected to that old bike battery. Well it workd an hour after pluggin I got a hot cuppa. That will make my journeys more fun. I enjoy coffee on my own, now independant from cafes, voltage at 12.75. not bad.. Cheers guys.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Greg.. Thank you so much for your kind and generous support, we've sent you a personal message from the Patreon platform. I love the idea of hit coffee on the move while you're out.. what a great idea.! Take care, ride safe and have a wonderful week my friend.. D&Pxx

[@michaelluder3193]

Wish I’d had a schoolteacher like you 60 years ago, concise , articulate and knowledgeable. Cheers mate.

[@Moonfleet41]

Wow, thanks Michael, really appreciate the kind sentiment mate. !

[@thedualwheeljourney2468]

Usually, videos about electrics tend to be complicated, but this video was easy to understand. Great job!

[@RenchRanch]

Another function of the Multi-Meter that is extremely useful is the continuity checker (also know as a diode check). I know you can check continuity with the other modes but there is one built-in for this task. The symbol is the sideways triangle with the line on it. On most MM's it will "beep" if the leads are touching together when set to this mode. This is a very useful way to check for a short (a wire grounding against something it's not supposed to), or that a wire isn't broken along its length. When you hear a beep you know that the 9Vdc battery inside the Multi-Meter has a path from the positive wire to the negative (you can just touch the leads together to test it). I beep test stuff as a quick way to verify a circuit before I crack into using the Volt or Ohm meter. Great video as always, clear and concise. The image quality of the video looks wonderful. Cheers! Mike & Melly

[@Moonfleet41]

Hey Mike.. yeah. there is about another half hour of video there if i were to go over all of it.. but this was just the basic, first two main tasks you'll need... Thanks for your input buddy.. take care of The Chairman.. D&P.

[@RenchRanch]

LOL, yep. With electronics it can quickly go down the rabbit hole and no longer be a simple skill. ;-) Was a great video with just enough info!

[@magpiemale]

@@Moonfleet41 I just bought one and just getting the thing out t test my battery.. some meters are ok for electricians but not for the beginner when looking at the dial some read complicated

[@leroywulf]

Testing "electric string" is one of the Motorcycling jobs I hate the most, but as you said, it joins all the fun parts together, so it is a necessary evil. Thanks for the video Del, as always beautifully explained. Cheers and ride safe.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Roy, always good to hear form you buddy.

[@JVerschueren]

It's good the video shows one doesn't have to have a really expensive professional meter to do the sort of checks you will do as a home mechanic, but, for the people who don't already have one, may I suggest spending a couple of Pounds more for one which has an audible continuity check function. You should still expect to pay less than 30 Pounds and, as a bonus, some of those meters come with a temperature range and probe as well, which is very useful at times. Anyway, audible continuity check function, you won't regret it.

[@JVerschueren]

I've worked in electronics for most of my career thus far as well and I agree with you. This sort of multimeter is not fit for purpose in electronics or professional applications. However, for basic troubleshooting on bikes, cars and around the home, they're perfectly adequate. Just that, like I said, I consider an audible continuity check a must/luxury one should afford oneself.

[@davidholden2658]

Agreed, I'm no electrician but the audible continuity check is a great feature. Much easier than reading the resistance off the screen, especially if you're working ion something in an awkward place.

[@stevelampard]

Everyone needs a multimeter, essential kit. Came in very handy when my old battery was on the way out and helped me decide to get a new one. Good video as always Mr Del, these things don't have to be unapproachable and you've shown how to use it very well.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy... just the basics, but once you open the door of understanding to these things, the rest come easier..!

[@chrisosullivan2393]

Again thanks for all your hard work it is appreciated

[@Moonfleet41]

My pleasure!

[@ekim000]

This is good stuff. Hardly anyone is going to build a banging bike but most people can do a bit of good with a multimeter and a bit of guidance

[@SuperPramFace]

You would have made a brilliant school teacher!!

[@jimpion]

SuperPramFace187 he's MY teacher.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you most kindly Sirs, what a cool job that would be..!

[@jimpion]

Moonfleet41 WOULD be??? You've already got it!

[@-MrRichBiker1967]

I know, right.....I always tell him, he missed his calling. would have love to have him as my 9th grade auto teacher!! I'd. own my own garage ,by now!!!

[@7rips99]

top notch, multi meter for dummies. im trying to use it to diagnose why my bike wont start. i changed the engine, now i dont even get any dash lights?? let the fun begin . good video man i appreciate it.

[@billfrater1948]

Explained clear and with no bollocks, Cheers mate.

[@deangentles4966]

cheers del you are a good teacher i have had a new multimeter in its box for about 6 months i can now get it out and give it a go thank you deano

[@stevenjackson1494]

Out of all the videos I watch I enjoy yours the most because you go into great detail about everything. I like the fact you aim them at the home mechanic and use ordinary tools and avoid the use of fancy gadgets where possible. Pity you've not got and FJ1200 there as I'm in the middle of trying to restore mine. Big thumbs up

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you for your kind words Steven, I appreciate that!

[@Charlesray69]

Just ordered a multimeter after watching this vid. There is still a wiff of magic to electricity for me but this give me the push to get involved, cheers

[@edwardleniston1076]

A must for every tool box. Helped me find a missing voltage in a loom. Great vid Del clear and concise.

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers Edward, basic stuff, but its a handy tool to have aye.

[@batmon1667]

I showed you the picture of the bike a few days ago. No spark no fuel prime. All common checks done. New ecu and programmed keys. Still no luck. Thought to my self I'll buy a multi meter. Then realised I hadn't a clue on how to use one. Then thought. Ah. I reckon delboys done a video. And sure enough...boom. you pair make owning a bike only as expensive as you want it to be. Keep up the great work.

[@Moonfleet41]

Blimey, thanks mate, I'm no specialist, or even that proficient on electrics, it's a dark art of wizardry that's for sure, but the basics are easy enough, so we thought we'd share a little of our understanding ! Hope you got it all sorted mate...

[@batmon1667]

@@Moonfleet41 me to. I hate not having a working bike lol

[@martincarey8620]

Nice one Del, well explained... I always use the water comparison too, to explain voltage, current, power and resistance. One very key point is that if you ever use the Amp setting (with the red lead in the Amp/current socket), then you MUST put the lead back into the voltage socket when you're finished, because the current setting is basically short circuit, meaning if you use the meter thinking you're checking voltage afterwards, then you will short the battery out through the wiring, blowing fuses, and also destroying your multimeter. They are also extremely handy for telling if your alternator is working on your bike or car... If anyone is interested in how to check for this, then I'm happy to advise on here.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Martin, great insight buddy... and thanks for pitching in... Good to see you ta the big event.. didnt we all have a great time.. take care fella.. Del.

[@martincarey8620]

No problem Del. Always glad to help...especially on a subject I know rather a lot about 😊 I really loved the weekend, relaxed, fun and met some great new friends... If I'm honest, I didn't want it to end! Take care and speak soon.

[@pezb1]

Lol ive had a multi meter for years, never known how it works...... now i just want to test every thing ....thanks top man...

[@marklandy6683]

thank you so much, I brought a multimeter this morning, now I can have a go a check out my own battery to see what's the problems , sense owning a motorbike I've learned so much info. thanks to yourself,

[@Moonfleet41]

You're welcome Mark, glad the videos help you, and we appreciate you supporting what we do!

[@Franita01]

Excellent little tutorial, REALLY plain and simply explained. Thank you

[@patriciaflynn5011]

Nice and clear in lehmann terms for a newbie like me A1 my Xmas tree now works, there was a break in the lead thanks

[@moto238]

Here we go again. Best basic multimeter tutorial that I have seen yet. Other guys fumble around testing bike stuff that a novice can't understand or see.Thanks Del!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Jeff... just a couple of simple tests, and a walk round the controls.. glad you enjoyed it buddy, and thanks for your kind comments.. Del.

[@moosey62]

A nation shows its gratitude. Arise, Sir Delboy. Brilliant mate.

[@roygunner4067]

Hi I've never used a multimeter before due to not knowing how to use it You have made that as simple as could be Thank you Topman Roy

[@kamilbarnik448]

Nice "basics only" video, but I think there is one pretty important basic thing to know about multimeters that was not covered: don't EVER try to measure current "directly". That is switch the meter to measure amps and connect it directly to a current source like a car/bike battery or even worse - the mains. You WILL blow the fuse in the meter, or if the meter doesn't have one (some of the cheap ones don't) blow the meter itself and possibly your hand with it. All the amps ranges in all the meters (except clamp meters, but that's a different story) are about measuring current flowing in a circuit. So if you connect the meter set to measure amps directly across a battery, that's essentially a dead short. That's why the amps measurement usually has it's own separate input jack - so that you don't blow your meter accidently while switching through the different ranges.

[@guitarlover889]

Thanks Delboy , I,ve always wanted to learn how to use a Multimeter properly , now i know . Thankyou .

[@Derryguy]

Very simply explained far better than some other videos.

[@nfan883]

Great illustration. Knowing what is said in the video is all we need to know ( motorcycle battery check).

[@MacBegbie]

Cool! Been able to check the fuses borrowed from old appliance plugs to see if they actually work. Threw away 4 as a result. Top vid

[@Moonfleet41]

ha ha, i use mine for that all the time, thise white ones you cant see through... what are we supposed to use... the Force..? lol

[@-MrRichBiker1967]

very good explanation, .....and that's coming from a local#3 electrician!. and you are right, Del. I had to take a 5 year apprentice program, to become an expert,like I am today!! thanks...penny and DEl. Always success!!. I just had to replace the starter relay, post down under the belly of the beast!! had to remove, oil tank, battery, rear wheel and splash guard, just to access the post and neg terminal post(plastic) ,on my 2005 15th anniversary Fatboy! thanks again. PS...great camera work, as usual ....P.P 😁

[@SheldonM1945]

Thank you, for making it easy to understand how to read a Multimeter. GREAT JOB. !!!

[@garrypalmer5014]

Just found this, and its the best guide to using a multimeter i have come across, other video's have been to complicated to follow, glad i have found and subscribed

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad it helped, welcome aboard mate.

[@lloydfenech1579]

Didn't really understand continuity before. Now do. Thanks Del

[@Moonfleet41]

Yeah, its more obvious and literal than we think... the current must "continue" along the lead and not "resist", so the reading for "resistance" must be zero, they you have perfect "continuity"..! aint hard once you think methodically aye.!

[@tonyperrin3409]

At last. A simple to understand, straightforward explanation. Subscribed.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you. Welcome aboard!

[@simonrussell4468]

This was great. Simply explained, I was always unsure how to use one of these. Your channel is always the go to place for me before I have a crack at something on the bike. Thank you

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad to help mate, most welcome. !

[@wullie9185]

Another great video Del like the way you explain things and put things into layman's terms

[@Paul-ti7es]

just found this, looked at loads for me car thanks, the info i wanted straight to the point idiot proof, the right amount of info needed to keep it real 👍👍👍

[@williambrooks7658]

i have had my multimeter for a long time and know i no how to use it .thank you very much

[@Moonfleet41]

Most welcome William. Glad I could help!

[@paulmorrison9466]

Recently found your channel.. Short and sharp skills for someone with tools but learning about bikes

[@Moonfleet41]

Welcome aboard Paul, thanks for your support.

[@CaptainCrankyMotovlogger]

Great stuff Del - just watched the simple skills relay one as well. Some stuff I knew already and a few revelations that will help me in future. Thanks for adding positivity and mate-ship to the community. I know the community is awesome already, but your attitude and ability to impart and share your own knowledge is a great example of why that is. My bike recently out-grew its warranty period, meaning I don't have to have Honda service is as a warranty condition, so I got the workshop manual, a decent torque-wrench and have just done the 48000Km major service, saving myself a fortune and learning a lot too! Very helpful, will store it away both mentally and in my playlist. All the very best and ride safe :)

[@Moonfleet41]

Hey buddy... good to hear from you, and i think like you that the biker community has a certain sense of family about it... i dont think i would be as motivated to send out the message and reach out to my fellow man if it was the car community.. also cars are too fragmented into different genres and groups.. bikers are one family and we all need to stick together... last statistic i read, we were just 1% of road users..! pretty tight group hah... take care buddy.. all the best. Del.

[@garybrandman6258]

Fantastic little mountain of experience, thank you.

[@dennisflores222]

finally I understand what it looks so complicated...thanks

[@NishadAbdulkhader]

Thanks dude..your channel is full of infonuggets for the basic biking brotherhood which often neglected by others and very useful for a successfull biking culture ...God bless and keep making more videos buddy

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, appreciate your kind words, happy to help

[@trevorpeauk3931]

Very clearly and simply explained. Thanks for videos.

[@trevtherev5425]

nice one,del.clear and concise.i learnt something .

[@MrZeth760]

thanks for your clarity in this video...

[@Clockwork-45]

nice and clear explanation...will be buying one asap and poking around my Tiger !! Thank you...

[@paulwharton1850]

Thank God ! ......Now I understand. Always wanted to know. Thank you.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, glad it could help, cheers, Del

[@nazshort7036]

The simplest easiest multimetet vid by far. Thanks.

[@hodaka1000]

Very useful I've seen glass fuses that have broken inside the metal end cap and looked good but we're defective

[@timwild6129]

I only watch your videos. You have a tremendous way of putting things across in an interesting and informative manner. Terrific 😊

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Tim!

[@joeharrison7090]

always wondered how they worked tks .brilliant job on the tailight so far

[@bobmclachlan1008]

Nice video. Going to be teaching a few ladies just that in a couple of weeks.

[@MrG00ny65]

Another easy to follow simple skills vid. Love these. Good comparison to a Doctors thermometer. We`ll have to rename this Dr. Del`s Garage. lol

[@Moonfleet41]

Ha ha, searching for an analogy that explains its only data that you'll get, not answers.. those you have to work out for yourself...

[@paullumb9331]

Mate , you made that so easy to understand .thanks mate

[@charlesscottkelly]

Brilliant these simple skill videos are fantastic. Cheers

[@tomchristopher71]

Great refresher on the basics.

[@chriserskine585]

Been watching your channel for a while now, excellent stuff, all in layman's terms, I've been fixing bikes for the majority of my 44 yrs and Ive learned a good few tips, keep up the good work, Q&A's make me chuckle!!CheersChris

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers Chris, we do have a lot of fun making the videos!

[@ptyb6195]

Brilliant . Easy to understand. Thanks.

[@jimguthrie90]

Fantastic video. I recognise the need for a Multimeter and have needed to use them to trouble shoot things, but being scared of electricity and not understanding how they work I never used it. And because I didn't understand the manual or the language used It lay in a drawer. I actually paused the video you made & wrote with a permanent marker on the meter the relevant settings. But like you said, interpreting the readings is another thing altogether. You never went into Amps. I'm trouble shooting a 1986 heritage softail, nothing big, just issues. would amp readings be used much in fault finings

[@davidgoodwin6522]

Thank you so much, that was the best demonstration I’ve seen on this subject

[@Moonfleet41]

You're very welcome David!

[@KarlUKmidlands]

I recommend getting an auto ranging meter, even if its a cheap one it better than the old style where you have to select the ranges, if you want a really accurate and safe one for use at mains voltages then look at high quality CAT rated ones Fluke are well regarded.

[@marwray1]

Cheers Delboy. Great tutorial for the beginner. 👍🏻🍷🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@johnfreeman6352]

Thank you Del Boy well done. very clear n easy to understandable

[@Moonfleet41]

You are very welcome

[@johnfreeman6352]

@@Moonfleet41 pleasure. thank you

[@tammysmith9727]

Hi luv ur video. Looked at a bunch, had a hard time since I've never even used a screwdriver. Understood yours 100% first time watching. (As a lot have said you are a great teacher if you ever consider that career path.) Newly single in mid-life, trying to diy a fixer upper house. This video helped immensely. Anyway thank you for your hard work!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks for your kind feedback Tammy, im glad the video could help you out, and good luck with your project.

[@chriswilliams1096]

Cracking intro to using a multimeter. You explained it perfectly. I bought one much like yours many years ago but gave it away when I found out that autoranging meters have dropped in price hugely in recent years. For the uninitiated, 'autoranging' means you don't have to manually set the voltage range to 20v (or whatever) - just V-AC or V-DC and the meter chooses the appropriate range for you. UNI-T make a cheap meter for about £15 that measure voltage, current, resistance, capacitance, frequency and audible continuity. I wouldn't use it professionally or on voltages over 240v but for home auto electrics it does about everything you could need. I'm chuffed with mine. ... and, no, I have no connection to the company, just a happy user.

[@tonyjeffery3]

Couldn't have put it better myself. Great stuff Del.

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers Tony.

[@mikeperry451]

Ive always admired your teaching skills. Your ability to explain things in phenomenal!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Mike, you are very kind !

[@storchi1975]

It would be a plus for diagnosing a faulty battery if you have a headlamp connected to some jumper cables.connect it to the battery while measuring the voltage....that would be measuring under load....helps even more to decide if you need to replace it. Just be careful with the lamp, they tend to get hot... ;) Great vid Del, thanks

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Andi, yes there are many diagnostic experiments you can do once you understand how to take a reading... thanks for your input too, thats a great way to test a battery..

[@shaneabikhair8909]

Thanks , another easy to watch and take onboard video !

[@davejc1]

As an auto sparky by trade, that was a great little introduction. Couldn't have done it better myself hahaha

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks David, it's pretty simple stuff aye once you understand the device and what you're actually reading!

[@ashfaqahmad7323]

Thank you so much For showing how to use it

[@pastorcolintucker]

Thank you I have a multimeter but was unsure if I was using it correctly ! Love Colin from Aus.

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad it helped Colin, they're a great tool to have, so we're glad we could help!

[@jesusjimenezblanco8053]

Thanks for the lesson and clarification! Great video and information. Well explained. Pura vida

[@Moonfleet41]

Our pleasure Jesus, glad it helped!

[@user-zx7eo7nu4b]

Perfectly explained brother.. Thx

[@jurgenwauters9458]

‘...and looking cool’ 😄 Nice videos, keep em coming! 👍🏻

[@alanandrews5381]

Excellent teacher for newbies only question is -+on multimeter is this continuity also? Good man. ✓😊

[@johnsavage1109]

A very old video......It just showed a 70yo how to test his boat batteries. Thank you very much.

[@danodbdb]

Very helpful. Thanks.

[@BrettJoy]

that was great you just touched on everything I wanted to know

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers Bret, Glad it helped buddy.

[@MrAlmar07]

Nice one Del. Nice easy explained video. Gonna watch this again later with my eldest boy. Cheers mate. Ride safe, Al.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Alan, good to hear from you again... hope you are well over there.. !

[@MrAlmar07]

Doing good & keeping busy thanks Del. Hopefully we'll get to chat sometime soon. 😉👍

[@kevinkille]

Nice one Del I did learn to use one at school a couple of years ago. Cheers

[@JustTex]

Good stuff del , that affirmed what i thought but never really knew. Cheers

[@colintaylor3640]

Great video mate, keep the simple skills coming. They have helped me shed loads of times, thumbs up mate..

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Colin. glad we can help you mate.

[@alexanderwhyte9773]

Still watching ... but the battery check is going to really really help me lots Del, already to watch the remainder of this video and im definitely going to buy a meter having watched this so far. I see some electricians mentioning different meters they recommend but as it is i dont know what they do better ??? One mentions an auto digital range meter, another mentions an audible continuity check function meter ??? Which should I buy, which do i need ... but what do they do thats better than the one you have ????

[@Moonfleet41]

Try this one Alex, its a simplified machine that does all you will need for basic vehicle maintenance.. there are much more complicated ones available, but 90% of that they do you will never use... Have a look and see if this could help buddy.. www.reconelectrical.co.uk/KT111-Kewtech-Digital-Multimeter

[@roadrunner3519]

Thanks Del very helpful.

[@glowiever]

I still got my $3 chinese multimeter. very useful even to this day. been using it for rc stuffs.

[@andrewevans2351]

Brilliant basics!!

[@andydavidson1914]

This guy is GREAT. Boils down the info, gives me hope!

[@Anythinggoes-1999]

Just come across you and absolutely brilliant for a newby many thanks 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks You're most Welcome!

[@tofty21]

Mate, this was very helpful. I’m a real numpty but this was great!

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad it helped!

[@gregkillick4261]

Thanks again will try it on my Reliant Robin ! great help thanks