Street Articles
Where Writers Become Authors
- Welcome Guest |
- Publish Article |
- Blog |
- Login
Motorcycles Articles
(171)
Motorcycle chain is one of the most critical motorcycle accessories, it can be divided into sleeve chain, roller chain, O ring chain and silent chain.
The O ring chain is a driving chain with high performance and is designed for road racing motorcycle and racing car. The O-shaped sealed ring…
To Properly Rate A Motorcycle Helmet, You Must First Understand It!
When trying to rate a helmet, you should be considering a few different factors that help to determine what certification the helmet manufacturer can classify a helmet under. There are different levels of minimum requirements that must be met…
Bike riding is one of the sports that doesn't always require initiatives of a complete team for great efficiency. However, in order to have the the best possible efficiency in this game, you need a factor of few aspects. These aspects are safety, durability, quick selection and of course, an…
It's almost that time. The dreaded non riding season (well for the northern American states anyway). The weather is about to become unpredictable, cold, rainy, windy (hurricane season) and most people will be putting away their "toys" (vs horses) for a few months. This is when you find out who…
Unless you have one of those rare motorcycles with an automatic transmission in it you are likely going to have to deal with the issue of stalling. Stalling occurs whenever the engine ceases to turn and operate thus killing the bike (temporarily of course). This can happen if the engine…
This is the first in a series of 6 articles on how to buy riding gear for your motorcycle. This article is about buying your first helmet. What's important is that your first helmet is Dot and or Snell approved and that your new helmet fits you properly. Please don't…
Every motorcycle rider hopes the service life of his motorcycle will be as long as possible. The service life of the motorcycle is calculated according to its overhaul mileage, which is generally between 50,000 km and 100,000 km, with reasonable use, your motorcycle may be used for a period of…
When it comes to accessoires moto and devices there are lot of things you need to know about. In case you want to enjoy smooth ride on your bike then one of the pièces moto exclusively meant for the same is carburettor. Only when you tune it from time to…
Motorcycles, an affair of the heart, when did it all start, i must go back 35 years, i was a teenager living in 70s England, with glam rock, long hair and glitter, that's just the blokes.
It was all great fun, record sales were good, no digital downloads then, all…
Everyone has their own opinion and thought process when thinking about motorcycles. Some may think they are foolish, some may drool at the thought of riding one, and others may not simply give them a thought at all. If you are a person who has even remotely thought about motorcycles…
Learning how to properly care and maintain your motorcycle gear can get you more mileage out of it. Whether it’s cleaning your helmet or caring for you motorcycle jacket, making sure your gear is properly maintained can save you money you would otherwise need for replacig them. Here are some…
This article will explain the motorcycle steering damper. This part is mispronounced and misunderstood. It's not a dampener. It's a damper. This is a safety device used primarily on sportbikes and sport touring bikes.
What is a motorcycle steering damper?
A steering damper is a device attached to the forks…
When you are looking for parts for a car or motorcycle you will find there are two main types. One would be OEM, or Original Equipment Manufacture, and the other is simply Aftermarket parts. Today we will just be talking about Aftermarket parts for the Kawasaki Ninja 500R. Aftermarket part…
I have ridden dirt bikes or dual sport motorcycles all my life. I really don't have an explanation why but every trip on one I find fun and exciting even if it is just across the yard! I have never been enthused about riding big street machines like a Harley,…
Owning a motorcycle can be a thrilling experience. The joy of getting out there in the nice weather without the restrictions of a car, feeling the power and control beneath you, having a sense of ownership to something you likely hadn't experienced before; it all adds up to something really…
The Triumph Daytona 675 is a 600cc motorbike designed with speed in mind. It has a compact, three-cylinder engine which has a stacked gear box with a close ratio, making it feel that much faster from most other 600cc sport bikes. The acceleration across the board is consistent from gear-to-gear,…
There are many kinds of motorcycle gear, such as master and driving gear, change gear, start gear, rear driving gear, balancing gear, timing gear, tachometer gear and fuel pump gear. Here is some analysis about some common gear damage, like gear tooth face wear, gear fatigue and gear tooth broken.…
Like most of the kids in the 60's, my motorcycling life began with a little Japanese two-stroke. In my case, it was a Yamaha 80, then a Twin Jet 100 and upwards. They were fun and affordable for a kid with nothing more than a part time job. The only…
When it comes to motorcycles there are definitely a wide variety of them out there. Everyone person has their own image when someone says the word motorcycle. One person may envision a lightning fast racing super bike while another may picture a more relaxed cruiser. So what's the difference? Below…
You want to look good cruising downtown on a Saturday night, right? Then you had better know how to clean a motorcycle. You can clean virtually any part of your bike, but the most common areas are:
Chrome Exhaust Engine Paint Leather
The wrong cleaning solution or a brush that…
Some riders call them rims. Old schoolers call them wheels. We''ll call them both names. Another synonym for aftermarket is custom. One thing we can agree on is that custom aftermarket motorcycle wheels are expensive. By the time you get around to upgrading your sportbike rims, you know that quality…
Motorcycle suspension tuning is an art and takes years of hands on experience to be good at it.
There are many books, articles and videos available on the subject. I am no expert here, but I will try to point you in the right direction on where to find some…
A comprehensive review of Harley Davidson motorcycles and how they are perceived in the motorcycle world today.
Harley Davidson motorcycles are a piece of American history. The motorcycle company was started back in 1903 by two very dedicated and ambitious men named William S. Harley and his childhood friend Arthur…
Bike rentals are a feasible way to navigate within the city for the tourists. They are cost effective, and offer a wider span for exploring the locale and communicating with the natives. Bike riding is a vehicular expression of freedom and liberty, and it is up to the bike rental…
I have spent many years riding motorcycles and as a rule i own and ride older machines, some of these have come into my possession with a craftsman motorcycle tool kit into the bargain, all in with the price of purchase, what a deal.
Most tools to do the Job.…
What the heck are you even talking about? I thought the same thing the first time I heard about it but it is very interesting needless to say. I know we touched on the fact that motorcycles don't see much use during the "off season" but to some riders there…
Panniers are a great way to carry your load when you are out on a motorbike excursion. Panniers take the load off your back and provide you with convenient and considerably sufficient space to hold your belongings on your trip. You may opt for a pannier that suits your requirements.…
Building your own custom scooter using pro scooter parts can be a very gratifying experience. After all, now you have something that is suited to you and you alone. For that reason, you don’t want scooter to look or feel like just any other you can buy complete on the…
When you are in the process of trying to locate a used motorcycle dealer, you will need to start out by determining what you are looking for in this type of professional. While there are some dealers that will offer you only the best quality, and provide you with some…
If you are concerned with how your motorcycle helmet will perform when you need it most, at any given moment, then how can you possibly enjoy the thrill of the ride? As a inexperienced teen I was offered a ride from one of my big sister's friends who had a…
Featured Authors
