Category: Helpful Guides

  • When Should You Replace a Motorcycle Helmet? A helpful Guide

    When Should You Replace a Motorcycle Helmet? A helpful Guide

    Motorcycle helmets are one of the primary pieces of safety gear for any bike rider and often one of the pieces of gear that get the least amount of thought when it comes to maintenance and replacement considerations. So, when should you replace a motorcycle helmet? The recommended replacement of a motorcycle helmet is every…

  • What Are Motorcycle Baffles and Should You Wrap Them? – Helpful Tips

    What Are Motorcycle Baffles and Should You Wrap Them? – Helpful Tips

    For a hot-blooded man (and many progressive women), the sound produced by a great set of motorcycle pipes as the monster approaches will always turn your head. Whether you’re a fan of American bikes –(I have a Harley Heritage Springer) or something from Europe or Japan, the sound of the pipes can be incredibly pleasing.…

  • Why Are Motorcycle Parts So Expensive? A Helpful Guide

    Why Are Motorcycle Parts So Expensive? A Helpful Guide

    This article will detail the many factors that relate and contribute to motorcycle parts’ cost, giving a detailed explanation for each and where you can source cheaper parts from. By the end of this article, you will understand why your treasured asset costs so much and what you can do to find more affordable components.…

  • Will Removing Baffles Hurt My Motorcycle? – Helpful Guide

    Will Removing Baffles Hurt My Motorcycle? – Helpful Guide

    A baffle is a specific part inside the exhaust pipe that slows down exhaust gas flow before leaving the exhaust pipe. This lessens the motorcycle engine’s noise level and also creates “back pressure” inside the system. Removing baffles on your motorcycle will not directly harm or damage the engine. However, it may result in the…

  • How to Replace a Chain And Sprockets. A Photo Guide

    How to Replace a Chain And Sprockets. A Photo Guide

    When Should You Change A Motorcycle Chain? With regular cleaning and oiling of your motorcycle chain, you will be able to keep an eye on your chain and sprockets’ condition. Motorcycle chains should wrap snuggly around the sprocket, and if your chain is in good condition, you should not be able to pull the chain…

  • Are Sports Bikes Bad For Your Back? A Helpful Guide

    Are Sports Bikes Bad For Your Back? A Helpful Guide

    A sports bike is a beast of a machine with its roots in the world’s motorcycle racetracks. The sports bike is how the avid motorcycle race fan can experience a little of what it is like to ride these powerful bikes. The riding position on a sports bike emulates the racing position, and people with…

  • The Pros And Cons Of A Wide Back Motorcycle Tire. A Helpful Guide

    The Pros And Cons Of A Wide Back Motorcycle Tire. A Helpful Guide

    Motorcycle enthusiasts will propose two primary necessities when considering purchasing a motorcycle or starting in the motorcycle hobby. These two necessities are the handling of the bike and rider comfort. Acquiring these necessities does not have to come by buying an expensive bike but can be found in simple adjustments to the bike. The Pros…

  • Is Mixing Engine Oil Bad For A Motorcycle? A Helpful Guide

    Is Mixing Engine Oil Bad For A Motorcycle? A Helpful Guide

    Engine oil serves as a coolant to an engine. It is defined as a liquid whose primary function is to reduce friction between moving parts within the engine. The oil within the engine also collects and holds any debris and deposits them into the oil filter. It also neutralizes and entrains (draws in and transports)…

  • Top 5 Low-Cost Cruiser Motorcycles For Beginners. A Helpful Guide

    Top 5 Low-Cost Cruiser Motorcycles For Beginners. A Helpful Guide

    Cruiser motorcycles epitomize the biker culture and have received almost iconic status in the motorcycling world and non-motorcycling world. These bikes are often large machines with big engines and a price tag that makes you swallow hard and re-think your bike choice! Don’t give up your dream to own a cruiser yet, however. First, take…

  • Are Motorcycles Cool? 5 Reasons They’re Cool And Practical.

    Are Motorcycles Cool? 5 Reasons They’re Cool And Practical.

    What is it about motorcycles that capture young men’s hearts and causes them to remain passionate about motorcycles all their days! The speed and power of motorcycles are a big draw to the biking world for many people, so I’ve included some videos of the fastest bikes on the planet within this article! So, are…