Have you ever wondered why a 2-stroke motorcycle is louder than a 4-stroke? I can't ride my 2-stroke in my yard, as the neighbors would certainly complain. Here are 7 reasons that contribute to...
Category: Maintenance
If you are reading this, you probably ride a Harley and are wondering why it makes a loud clunking noise when you shift it into gear. I've test ridden many Harley Davidsons over the years, and every...
7 Reasons Why Your Motorcycle Smells Like Gas and How to Fix It
Have you ever noticed the smell of gasoline while walking past your motorcycle in the garage? A properly maintained motorcycle should not smell like gas when it is parked and it is important that...
If you ride a motorcycle, you will know what engine braking feels like. Close the throttle at any speed, and the bike immediately slows down. While this can be an effective way to add to the...
Motorcycle Dies When Selecting 1st Gear: Here’s Why and How to Fix it
There are few things worse than starting your motorcycle to go for a ride, only for it to die when you select first gear. This has happened to me more than once on different bikes for different...
The clutch on a motorcycle has an important, but tough job. It has to transfer all the power from the engine to the gearbox and back wheel. Due to the nature of the job, a clutch does not last...