What weekly and monthly checks should a DIY beginner prioritize on a new motorcycle?

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I just bought my first motorcycle, a used Yamaha MT-07, and while I'm eager to learn basic maintenance to save money and understand the bike better, I'm overwhelmed by the conflicting motorcycle maintenance tips I find online regarding intervals and procedures. The owner's manual gives a schedule, but I'm unsure which tasks are truly essential for a DIY beginner versus those best left to a mechanic, especially for things like valve clearance checks or brake fluid flushes on a bike with 10,000 miles. For fellow riders who maintain their own bikes, what is a sensible, prioritized checklist for a new owner to build confidence with? What are the most critical weekly and monthly inspections I should perform, and which tools would you consider absolutely necessary for basic upkeep like chain adjustment, oil changes, and tire pressure checks?