Changing your own oil is one of the simplest and most frequently performed tasks on a motorcycle. But it’s possible to do it wrong. What happens when you put too much oil in a motorcycle? Adding too much oil to a motorcycle will increase the pressure in the crankcase which in turn forces oil out […]
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There are a million reasons why people idle their motorcycles. Sometimes people intentionally idle their motorcycles to warm them up while other times people leave them running while they run an errand or go inside a building. Idling is something that will happen for a variety reasons, but is it bad to let a motorcycle
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You’ve probably all have heard different do’s and don’ts when it comes to starting a motorcycle. Some are true, but some are just old wives tales. Recently we’ve outlined different ways to start a motorcycle, specifically on how to push it, whether you’re fuel injected or carbureted. Push starting your motorcycle is a great option,
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Few things are a larger enemy to motorcycles than cold weather. When the weather turns, everything on a motorcycle becomes more difficult. It’s harder to start, harder to brake, more uncomfortable to ride, and in several ways, it can be a lot less safe. Today, we’ll focus on why motorcycles will sometimes struggle to start
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Generally, motorcycles sit on a tiny little kick stand on the left side, and knocking it over can be really easy. Maybe your motorcycle is outside and the wind pushes it, or it’s in the garage and you accidentally bump it on your way out the door. Either way, when your motorcycle gets knocked over,
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There’s a common debate among motorcyclists about the proper care that’s required when you first start up your motorcycle and take it for a ride. While some argue that warming up the engine is essential for optimal performance and longevity, others believe that modern engines are designed to be ridden immediately. Should you let your
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Washing your motorcycle isn’t as easy as you might think, and doing it incorrectly will often end up with you trying to figure out why it won’t start. Motorcycles can be delicate, and because all the electronics and ignition components are exposed, it’s important to take extra care when washing your motorcycle. Why won’t a
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There’s a lot that goes into engines running correctly. An engine’s health is directly affected by efficiency and fuel consumption. Many components are involved in fuel delivery and consumption, and not every engine is the same. Some are carbureted, while others are fuel injected, and each system has different failure points. The key to an
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Some modifications on a motorcycle can impact the performance and some the visual appeal, but very few can really do both. A great way to improve the performance of a motorcycle engine is by managing the heat that is produced out of the cylinders. When an engine is able to disperse heat in a more
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