“It’s not the rear that I fear losing. It’s the front” – Ryan F9. If you’re a biker, there is a high chance you’ve locked your rear or front wheel due to panic braking. And locked wheels mean one of two things. Dropping your bike with a surge of embarrassment. Or even worse, sending yourself…
So, you belong to that group of riders who prefer their motorcycles to be quiet. (Frankly, not everyone likes an overdose of unwanted attention.) And perhaps you are wondering about how to make the motorcycle quieter. Then you are in the right place. We are about the discuss how to make a motorcycle quieter, without…
Just imagine pushing your motorcycle to the limits on an open stretch of pavement. (I am thinking of the Cherohala Skyway or the Beartooth Highway) As much as you enjoy the gorgeous scenery, wind noise is one irritant that you can’t avoid. And make no mistake about it… When you are pushing the limits, even…
It’s an age-old question bothering even the most experienced riders. What’s better for your motorcycle engine: liquid cooling vs air cooling? From years of experience, riding both air cooled and liquid cooled, I started to see the best, the worst, and the ugly side of both kinds of motorcycle engine cooling. (Trust me, you do…
Sorry, naysayers, but forums aren’t dead. In fact, if you’re a motorcycle fiend, motorcycle message boards are often the ONLY place to resort to for specialized info. (And hang around with fellow fiends while at it.) You know the rule: where Google fails, forums rock! The best thing about these forums is, no matter the…
Honestly, speaking about motorcycle exhaust pipe modifications is like opening pandora’s box. There are so many options and technical aspects to consider that it can be a big puzzlement for simple folks like me. Take ceramic coating for motorcycle exhaust pipes for example. They aren’t mere cosmetic upgrades that will make you the king of…
Are you seeing white smoke coming out of your exhaust pipe? No need to panic. Let me assume that you don’t need to spread out a smokescreen like legendary spies outrunning enemies. So, it’s necessary to take the right steps to reduce the risks that can lead to a costly repair. The most common colors…
Let me assume you are tired of the performance and sound from your stock exhaust and dream of turning your motorcycle into the street version of a fire-breathing dragon. Do you choose a slip on vs full exhaust replacement? Actually, that depends on what your requirements are. Both systems have their own pros and cons….
Planning to heat wrap your exhaust pipe for that “cool as hell” look? Well, you aren’t alone. There are plenty of riders who love to change the visual theme of their motorcycle by wrapping up the exhaust. And the benefits of heat wrapping the exhaust pipe are not limited to aesthetics. But what does exhaust…
Have you wondered why there’s so much buzz around the exhaust system of motorcycles? Chances are you came across the term “back pressure” and its role in determining engine performance. I have seen this term floating around quite a bit. But not many people understand exactly how it affects the overall performance. Ughh… I hate…
