If you're in a band that travels from show to show in a tour bus, you might be worried about the possibility of a bus breakdown causing you and your band to miss some of your shows. If this is something you're worried about, try these tips.
Keep Your Bus in Good Shape
The first thing you can do to prevent your shows from being canceled or postponed because of a bus breakdown is to make sure that your bus is kept in good shape. You probably put a lot of miles on your tour bus, so make sure that you keep up with maintenance and that you have the bus checked out regularly by a mechanic. Then, you can help prevent the bus from wearing out and breaking down in the first place, and if there is a problem, you can hopefully catch it before you and your band are on your way to your next show.
Be Prepared for Emergencies
It's always good to be prepared for emergencies when you and your band strike out on tour. Make sure that you have at least one spare tire and a few tools in case repairs need to be made. Learning a little something about basic repairs, such as changing a tire, or making sure that someone else who is on the bus knows about these things can help you make sure that you're prepared for anything that might happen.
Use a Mobile Bus Mechanic Service
If you and your band mates do find yourselves stranded with a broken-down tour bus, you might find that a mobile bus mechanic service can save the day. In this situation, call one of these services to see if you and your band mates can be provided with quick service on the side of the road. The mechanic might be able to get your bus up and running right there without the need to take it to a shop. This might help you get back on the road on time to avoid missing your show.
Be Flexible About Coming Up With Another Plan
Sometimes, no matter how careful you might be and no matter what you might do to try to prevent breakdowns from happening, they can still occur. Being flexible and willing to come up with alternative transportation—such as taking a public bus or train—can help you still make it to your shows after something goes wrong.
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