Preparing for winter motorcycle riding hazards
Posted: February 9, 2021
For avid motorcycle riders whose bikes sit idle for months, winter can be frustrating. Even after three ride-filled seasons, the cold winter can seem to last forever. But it doesn’t have to be that way. More and more riders are discovering that winter can be another time to ride. But like the other seasons, winter riding has a unique set of risks you need to...
9 cold weather motorcycle gear tips to help you stay warm
Posted: January 28, 2021
As winter descends, many motorcycle riders park their bikes until spring. Two factors often keep riders cabin-bound this time of the year: weather-related road hazards, and the fact that getting cold while riding isn’t very enjoyable. But with the right gear, you can comfortably discover the thrill and natural beauty of winter motorcycle riding. Plan your next cold-weather ride following these nine tips: 1. Choose...
How to change your motorcycle oil
Posted: January 27, 2021
The motor is the heart of your motorcycle, and motor oil is its lifeblood. Oil lubricates your bike’s internal parts and carries away combustion contaminants to be cleaned and collected by the oil filter. Through this process, oil flow also helps cool internal parts, like camshafts and stators—some motorcycles even use oil as a primary coolant. The motor is also the single most expensive system...
10 basic motorcycle tools to include in your tool kit
Posted: January 15, 2021
We motorcycle riders develop a special relationship with our bikes. Our passion for riding often naturally evolves into a desire to become involved in maintaining our bikes. The pride and empowerment of maintaining your motorcycle not only improves your riding experience, it extends out to other parts of your life. If you’re starting out on the road of DIY motorcycle maintenance, you need to gather...
Upping your motorcycle maintenance skills
Posted: December 10, 2020
Motorcycle maintenance should be an ongoing part of every motorcycle rider’s relationship with their bike. It’s a great way to get to know your motorcycle better. And most importantly, preventive motorcycle maintenance helps keep you and your motorcycle safer, while also potentially saving you money. Knowing how to maintain your motorcycle is a learning curve for most of us. With a little time, effort, and...