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Motorcycle Parts Touch Time
TOUCH TIME! Yeah! Its touch time once again.Read more…Breaking In Your Pocket Bike Engine
Don't let the excitement of your new purchase overwhelm your good sense. A new pocket bike must be broken in correctly if you want the bike to function correctly. If you do not take the proper steps, you will dramatically decrease your engine's life.Read more…Burt Munro: The Indian Speed Legend Of New Zealand
There are probably thousands of self-taught backyard mechanics just like the late Burt Munro, who maybe work for years on inventions and projects that end up being unsuccessful and yield little in the way of financial reward, but does that really matter, some may argue that without financial reward you cannot move forward.Sometimes the personal reward & self-satisfaction gained through painstaking project success is a far greater reward than any financial gain. Financial reward is often not the panacea of success that so many people are conditioned to accept today.Read more…Motorcycle Maintenance Tips: Oil!
Do just about anything to your motorcycle, but forget the most basic and fundamental additive – Oil – and your wallet could be hanging loose for a long time.How often you change the oil, the level you fill it up to and the kind of oil you use all make the difference between a bike that lasts and a bike that doesn’t!These are a few of the most basic tips when it comes to oil and motorcycles…When do you change your bike’s oil?Read more…Superbike School: 8 Riding Tips For Winter!
Time for an ice-cold slap in the face! Here are a few chilling safety reminders for the winter months ahead. Not everybody has the luxury of heated grips, a nice snug faring or rider training, so keep these 8 points in mind for your extended motorcycling pleasure!Read more…How To Read Your Spark Plug in a Two Stroke Engine
For a two-stroke engine, having a fresh spark plug is incredibly important. So you should check your plug often.By "reading" the color of the plug you can tell a lot of things about how the engine is running.Read more…Running in Process for the Polini Liquid Cooled Replica Minimoto
One of the most common questions we get asked after a purchase of a Polini 911 replica is how to run it in!Here’s a quick mini moto info guide to help you.The Running in procedureThis bike has a very close tolerance high performance 2-stroke engine.Read more…Motorcycle Riders Need to Wear Protective Leather Clothing Like Leather Jackets and Leather Chaps
Why should motorcycle riders wear protective leather clothing? Because the high quality leather jackets and leather chaps can save your life as well as keep you warm and looking good.I want to hit on the key aspects of why you are buying your leathers.Read more…Push Scooters Can Be Safe and Cool, Too
Do you have a toddler for whom you would like to purchase a scooter? This article is about finding the right scooter for your little girl. A motorized scooter or a gas scooter may not be suitable, but there are several push types available.Read more…Choosing the Best Radar Detector for Your Motorcycle
Because of the legal/illegal status of radar detectors in the US market many different models with different functions from different brands have emerged onto the market.Some of these radar detectors are the following:• Radar Screamer. This unit provides immediate warning in order to get the attention of the driver.Read more…History of Pocket Bikes
With the sudden influx of pocket bikes, many Americans may believe that this is a new sport. But small, motorized bikes have been around since the 50’s. They appeared soon after mechanized racing karts became common.Read more…Motorcycle Riders – Say GOOD-BYE To Black/Scuff Shoe Marks Caused By Gear 'Up-Shifting'
Although the first motorcycle was invented over a hundred years ago and has seen many major changes since its first inception, one item which seems to have been forgotten and left out of the technology advancement is the motorcycle gear shifter lever.And, it’s this motorcycle gear shifter lever that, after all these years, has never failed in ruining every motorcyclists’ boots and shoes by leaving those tale-tale ugly black shifter marks on them.Amazing as it sounds, up until now no one has done anything as far as changing or upgrading the gear shifter lever to prevent this irritating problem - which occurs during gear ‘up-shifting’ actions.Read more…Camping on a Motorcycle
Camping on a motorcycle can present a real challenge, because you can't carry much weight or volume, and there are few places to store your equipment on a motor bike.Most motor cycle riders use bags or panniers at the back of their machines to hold the camping gear. These have to be tough and waterproof - a bit like their owners - to keep the camping equipment safe from the weather.Read more…Mini Motos Mark I and Mark II
Mini Motos have been popular for sometime now in the UK with various type of models now available on the market range from the standard mini moto to ones with performance upgrades. These upgrades are things like K&N filter, sports exhausts, body styling and graphics, and some have boost bottles or NOS which really adds power to your mini moto.As mini motos have developed an interesting myth has started to occur, which is ‘Mark I’ and ‘Mark II Bikes’.Read more…Effective Motorcycle Security
On the whole, motorcycle owners put more love and care into their machines than do owners of cars or trucks. That "love and care" directly translates into hundreds of dollars spent on customizations and maintenance. Sadly, between 30,000 to 50,000 bikes are stolen each year in the United States alone (based on theft rates from 2000 through 2005).Read more…A Buyers Guide to Motor Scooters!
Before the 1920s it was an easy decision, a foot-powered push scooter or none at all. But once Gino Tsai from Shanghai, Taiwan developed the Razor scooter it changed everything. His motor scooters became popular so quickly there were people waiting in line for six months before they could get one.Read more…2004-5 Yamaha FJR1300 Race (no cut) Frame Sliders Install Instructions
These sliders have been designed to offer unsurpassed protection for your Yamaha FJR1300 in the unfortunate event of a lowside or tip over. Motovation frame sliders are designed and manufactured by a company that only makes frame sliders. Each and every model is tested for drop and slide protection.Read more…2004-05 Yamaha FZ1 Frame Sliders Install Instructions
This frame slider kit has been designed to offer unsurpassed protection to your 2004-5 Yamaha FZ1000 in the unfortunate event of a lowside or tip over. Motovation frame sliders are designed and manufactured by a company that only makes frame sliders. Each and every model is tested for drop and slide protection.Read more…2005-2006 Kawasaki ZX6R, 636 Ninja Frame Sliders Install Instructions
These sliders have been designed to offer unsurpassed protection to your 2005 Kawasaki ZX6R 636 Ninja in the unfortunate event of a lowside or tip over. Motovation frame sliders are designed and manufactured by a company that only makes frame sliders. Each and every model is tested for drop and slide protection.Read more…A Guide to Buying Used Bikes in Cape Town
Buying a used bike can be a real challenge. You’ve looked around, your phone bills are through the roof and last thing you need is a new ball and chain. So here are a few pointers…Buying second hand motorcycles from a dealer can be a safer option.Read more…
Most Recent Articles in Motorcycles category
- Child Motorcycle Safety is a Concern for Riders - By: Frank Medley
Child motorcycle safety is important to any parent riding with their kids. As long as you follow the steps in this article and get the proper gear, you can ride knowing that your kids are protected. - Some Tips Before You Buy a Sports Bike - By: Ricky Lee
Sport bikes are great for you if you want to fun by racing. Choose any of your favorite from the great collection at The Sports Bike Shop. - Safe Motorcycle Jackets are a Good Idea - By: Frank Medley
A safe motorcycle jacket is going to make you feel great while you're cruising the open road. You'll look great, while at the same time knowing that in the event of an accident, you'll be completely protected. Simply remember when you buy that you need a jacket with thick leather, one that closes at the wrists, and one that will fit you very snuggly as you're riding. - Motorcycle Gear is an Investment in Safety - By: Rex Magnum
It's great to be free on the open roads, riding just for the love of it. But even as you enjoy your freedom, you want to know that you're protected. It's not hard to do. Before you ride, travel to Splat Hat and check out our wide selection of motorcycle gear. Then you'll know that you're riding safely. - Motorcycle Gear Helps Keep You Safe as You Ride - By: Rex Magnum
Motorcycle gear is one of the most important parts of riding. It's great to get out on the road and enjoy your freedom, but you want to make sure that you do so safely. One easy way to do that is to visit Splat Hat, and pick up all the gear you'll need to know that you're riding in style, and with safety in mind at all times. - Joe Rocket Leather Motorcycle Jackets are the Way to Go - By: Rex Magnum
A leather motorcycle jacket is an essential part of your motorcycle gear. After your helmet, it is the most important piece of keeping you safe while out on the road. It's also a great way to stay comfortable while you're riding. But it's not a piece of gear you can just pick up right off of the rack. When you're buying your jacket, you're first going to want to pay attention to the thickness of the leather, to ensure good protection. - Joe Rocket Full Face Motorcycle Helmets are the Way to Go! - By: Rex Magnum
One of the great advantage to a Joe Rocket full face motorcycle helmet from splathat.com is comfort for your face. With a full face helmet, the drop down guard protects your face from the wind. It will protect you from the rain and snow as well, and from the harmful effects of UV rays on your face. - Great deals on two wheels - By: Daniel Collins
With road congestion beginning to get out of control and petrol prices still very expensive, it's easy to see why more people are ditching the car and switching to two-wheeled motor transport instead. - New bikers prepare to ride the open roads - By: Daniel Collins
Before setting out on the open road on a motorcycle a novice rider has a number of things to do, not least of which is completing compulsory basic training. - Shopping For a Yamaha Rhino 660 or Yamaha Rhino 700 - By: Kimberly Green
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