Motorcycles

If the brakes on your motorcycle are not responding when you press the pedal or trigger the hand lever, then you have a vacuum leak somewhere in the brake line. Trying to detect a vacuum leak in a...

Racing and off-roading with your motocross dirt bike is a lot of fun, but the tires take quite a beating. With all this wear the tread can become thin or you may pick up a thorn or nail and need...

Rust in a gas tank can eventually cause a big problem if it results in filters being blocked. Rust buildup is more common in small vehicles like motorcycles, where the tank has more exposure to...

Once you get used to riding your Honda Rebel motorcycle, you'll find that you will want to change certain stock items to make your ride a unique fit to your style. One of the nicest things about...

A motorcycle chain transfers the power from the engine to the rear wheel. It is very important for the longevity of the chain and sprockets on a dirt bike to keep the chain adjusted properly. A...

If gas has been sitting in a gas tank for awhile it has a tendency to eat away at the interior of the gas tank and gum up with age, so the gas will not be as potent as normal gas and your...

Most modern motorcycles still utilize chain drives to power the bike's rear wheel. Chains, especially O-ring or X-ring types, can withstand hefty amounts of torque and are designed to repel most...

The 2010 BMW Sport Touring F 800 ST and the 2010 Honda Crossover DN-01 motorcycles attract similar markets both in performance and price. The BMW F 800 ST sells for $13,095 and the Honda DN-01...

Kawasaki offers a variety of engines in its line of sport, supersport, touring, off-road, motocross, cruiser and touring motorcycles. Virtually all engines are liquid-cooled with high-compression...

Yamaha answered the call for a similar but less expensive cruise motorcycle than the Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy Lo with the Roadliner S. In November 2009, the Roadliner starts at $14,990. The...

Installing leather saddlebags on your motorcycle is a great way to increase cargo capacity, while adding a stylish accessory. Before you install leather saddlebags, purchase and install steel...

Rust is one of the worst four letter words in a motorcyclist's vocabulary. Although some riders may be fortunate enough to live and ride in an area that does not easily promote oxidization, the...

Motorcycles use a four-stroke internal combustion engine for power. The term "stroke" refers to the motion of the pistons inside the engine cylinder. To complete one cycle of the engine, the...

The Harley-Davidson is an iconic motorcycle that has become a standard for the industry. Customizing Harleys is as common as finding bananas in the produce aisle, and there are tons of products...

Replacing the factory-equipped exhaust system is one of the first modifications most motorcycles receive. Although most motorcyclists swap stock pipes for aftermarket systems to enjoy a deeper...

Briggs & Stratton Motors have been the motors of choice for decades when it comes to home-built go-karts and motorcycles. With the do it yourself attitude increasing in popularity, these...

Yamaha's YZ125 is one of the smallest competition dirt bikes, but don't let size fool you. The 124cc two-stroke motor is capable of mind-numbing performance and is able to hold its own on the...

Harley Davidson has been making motorcycles for over 100 years. Early Harleys did not have a rear suspension. The rear wheel on these early models was mounted rigidly to the frame, making for a...

Most experience motorcycle enthusiasts know the pros and cons of cleaning their bike’s windshield. However, if you’ve just started riding recently then you’ll want to take the proper care of your...

Harley-Davidson, a motorcycle manufacturer in the United States, has a rich history with its first motorcycle being built in 1903 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Harley-Davidson is still selling...

BMW motorcycles feature a sight glass as opposed to the more traditional dipstick to check the oil level in the engine. A sight glass is a small circular glass window that allows you to see into...

Traditionally, motorcycle painting is done by professional automotive painters with expensive paint guns and paint. However, it is possible to get a very similar effect using cheap spray paint...

Many motorcyclists over the years have rationalized that "loud pipes save lives" as they rip away from the stoplight in a high-decibel roar. The truth of this assertion is a matter of controversy.

Saddlebags, or panniers, are a form of load-bearing luggage attached to a motorcycle, usually placed behind the rider's seat and over the rear fender.

Visibility problems are a leading cause of motorcycle accidents, so anything that makes a bike easier to see will improve safety. LED brake lights are substantially brighter than traditional...

Harley-Davidson builds motorcycles with a reputation for self-expression. Everything from the paint, exhaust and many finer details can be modified to fit your tastes. Your air filter cover is...

Kawasaki hydraulic pumps are fluid-pressure powered devices found on many high-end Kawasaki motorcycles. The type of hydraulic pump is dependent on the pump's purpose. Though there are such things...

All Terrain Vehicles are the perfect tool to discover the joy of nature. Most, however, are not equipped to provide supplemental power for some of the other tools you may need to get there, such...

Once the sole property of specialized motorcycle shops, many custom-built bikes are emerging from the garages of ingenious enthusiasts. These home-based customizers go to great lengths to put...

One of the first components to be replaced by the serious off-road rider or motocross racer is the air filter. UNI, a manufacturer of high-performance air filters, has been equipping aspiring...

Launched in 2002, Harley-Davidson's VRSC or "V-Rod" family of motorcycles differs from the other four bike families (Sportster, Dyna, Softail, Touring) in several ways. This is especially true for...

The Harley-Davidson Fat Boy is a large cruiser motorcycle built for long trips and hauling passengers. The Fat Boy performs well under load and has a gas tank big enough to go on multiday trips....

Your motorcycle relies on several small and seemingly insignificant components to keep it operating smoothly. The fuel filter, which prevents corrosion and foreign contaminants from entering into...

Harley-Davidson's Sportster has been the veritable bad-boy bike since the late 1950's. Its smaller, yet decidedly sportier appearance makes an attractive silhouette that is often marred by the...

Action sports scenes have been caught on video for as long as affordable video cameras have been available to the public. With major advancements in video technology, long gone are the bulky and...

A muffler is a metal cylinder at the tail end of a dirt bike's exhaust system, and is in place to reduce exhaust noise. One type of muffler, most often used on dirt bikes, is filled with...

Epoxy paints create a very durable shell that protects metal motorcycle frames from chipping and dirt accumulation. These paints are very popular among those looking to restore motorcycles or...

The primary function of a motorcycle helmet is to protect the wearer's head, a job it does fairly well. But because the motorcycle is one of the greatest tools of self-expression, shouldn't the...

If you've lost both keys to your Suzuki motorcycle, the easiest way to solve this most common of bike problems is with the small metal key tag that came with the motorcycle keys at the time of...

Your motorcycle's brake lights are all that separate you from the car following behind you. When your lights come on, it signals the driver that you are slowing down or stopping. If those lights...

How to obtain a Wisconsin motorcycle license while living overseas. I recently found myself interested in getting a motorcycle license but I was not planning a trip back to the United States....

Four-stroke engines are in use for an ever-increasing number of applications, from string trimmers to large trucks. Small or large, they all operate on the same principle. These engines are called...

Motorcycles rely on air filters to prevent dirt and debris from entering the engine's sensitive internal parts. A faulty, damaged or improperly maintained air filter can create a loss of...

Before modern electronically controlled fuel-injection systems, motorcycles relied on the carburetor to provide the right mixture of air and fuel to the motor. Although the carburetor is a...

Depending on his level of experience, a motorcycle mechanic will be called upon to do everything from cleaning motorcycle sparkplugs to overhauling engines. For anyone with a mechanical bent and a...

A motorcycle has a special place in the heart of the owner. So when a bike breaks down, it tends to be hard on both the wallet and the heart. So here are great tips that can follow in order to...

A cracked windshield may cause glares that can adversely affect your driving. Windshield cracks not only make your vehicle look bad, but they can spread and lead to larger cracks and eventually...

Riding a motorcycle is one most freedom-inspiring moments in life. The downside to tearing up any respectable amount of black top is, quite literally, a pain in the backside. Even though most...

The 440 LTD was a cruiser-class motorcycle sold by Japanese manufacturer Kawasaki between 1980 and 1983. Also known as the Kawasaki Z 440 LTD, it was sold alongside the similar Z 440 C, Z 440 Twin...

Harley-Davidson has a proud racing heritage, most evident in the motor company's continued domination of flat-track racing. Screamin' Eagle, the high-performance division of Harley-Davidson,...