To be honest, swapping out motorcycle tires isn’t an easy task for newbies. No matter how easy it seems when veterans do it in YouTube videos, it involves a lot of sweat and can even draw some accidental blood. (If you manage to damage the shiny rotor in your new bike, tears may come too.)…
So you have invested in some fresh rubber for your motorcycle. Time to jump aboard and hit the twisties. Stop right there! First, you need to break in the tires. Unless you put some miles on them, those shiny new tires will not deliver the traction or performance you need. And that means you might…
What’s the longest time your motorcycle’s rear tire has lasted? I ran one of mine through 16,000 miles before the treads were toast. And that’s when I faced issues with the squared off motorcycle tires. If you haven’t been through this already, know that you will at one point or another. So, why do motorcycle…
It’s NOT possible. You’re toying with your life, man! Forget about aftermarket ABS motorcycle brakes and get yourself a real ABS bike. This is what they were telling me when I was looking to install aftermarket ABS on my ’87 Indian cruiser. And if they were a bit right… Well… I wouldn’t be writing this…
So you’re looking to DIY bleed your motorcycle ABS brakes? Here’s what you need: Seems easy enough, right? So how different is bleeding ABS brakes compared to other non-ABS motorcycle brakes? Are there any hidden risks that you’re not aware of? Read below to also learn about the tell-tale signs you need some bleedin’, plus…
Have you ever found yourself wondering why motorcycle tires are so expensive? I have seen many newbie riders wonder why their motorcycle tires are priced so high when compared to a car or SUV. So, what’s going on? If you look closely, you will find there are three main reasons behind the high price of…
Planning to use street tires on dirt bike? If you love off-roading, my suggestion is… don’t do it! Dirt bike tires are designed differently for a reason. I know many riders who love using a specific tire on their dirt bike and will not change it for anything! But if you’re on a budget and…
If you are a frequent rider, you know how fast motorcycle tires can wear out. And when you have to pay someone else to change tires, the expenses add up really fast. However, you might want to get your hands on a tire-changing stand before you start searching for the best motorcycle tires. What if…
What are the two fundamental maintenance tasks that your motorcycle needs? It’s tire change and balancing. While installing the tires can be done in a garage, balancing them needs more tools and skills. So, heading to a tire service center can be a good option. That brings us to Cycle Gear. (Unless you have been…
“I remember the good old days when motorcycles were simple. No fancy computers or complex tech. You hop on, turn it on and ride into the sunset” – Some old motorcycle rider, probably. But times change. And technologies we put into our bikes change as well. All for the greater, safer good of the rider. …
