Once, I was laying next to my bike, tightening up the last bolt on a high performance exhaust I’d just installed, when an old Southern biker came by. He told me, “Listen boy, if you want to upgrade your bike, do the brakes and lights first. If you can’

Changing your motorcycle’s oil before winter is beneficial both for your convenience and the long‑term health of the engine. One of the major conveniences of changing oil before storage is that it allows you to consolidate all winterization tasks into a single, efficient maintenance session.  Along with warming

Motorcycle crashes are harrowing experiences that often leave riders or their companions unsure of what steps to take next. Beyond the immediate concerns for safety and health, there are questions about the motorcycle itself, its repairability, and the steps required to get it back on the road.  This guide will

It’s been said that there are two types of riders—those that have been down and those that will go down. I’m not sure I agree with that 100%, but I do think that there are old riders and bold riders, but not old bold riders.  It’s

Fuel injection mapping is a critical aspect of tuning modern internal combustion engines. It involves adjusting the air-fuel ratio (AFR) and other parameters to optimize performance, fuel efficiency, and reliability.  Whether you're looking to maximize power for track use or enhance efficiency for daily commuting, understanding fuel injection

It’s been said that a motorcycle “functions entirely in accordance with the laws of reason.” I believe that to be the case.  But what are those “laws of reason?” Here, I will focus on some of them, specifically physics and geometry.  After all, it is the sacred geometry that

Fuel injection (FI) has revolutionized motorcycles, marking a significant shift in how our engines burn dinosaur juice. Carburetors were used for much of the 20th century, but fuel injection became mainstream on motorcycles during the late 1990s and early 2000s.  That change was largely driven by stricter emissions regulations and

When it comes to feeding your motorcycle, the choice between regular and premium gasoline often raises questions about cost, performance, and long-term engine health. Is premium fuel always the right choice, or are there situations where regular fuel is more appropriate? Let’s dive into your fuel tank and find

When considering a motorcycle’s performance, many riders focus on engine size, often expressed in cubic centimeters (cc). Engine displacement is certainly an important factor, but it alone does not directly determine how much power a motorcycle produces.  In this article, I will explore the nuances of engine displacement, power

Many modern motorcycles utilize a liquid cooling system. These systems pump a water-based coolant through jackets in the cylinders, heads, and radiator to keep the engine at the ideal operating temperature.  Like everything else on your bike, though, this system requires regular maintenance. I’ll walk you through the basic

Every motorcyclist knows an engine needs oil to function correctly. But not everyone is aware of the nearly bottomless rabbit hole that is the infamous “oil discussion.”  Case in point, certain internet forums will delete all posts on this topic since the discussions often get so out of hand, quickly

Motorcycles are complex machines that require regular maintenance to continue operating properly. Over time, component wear can lead to various noises, each hinting at a specific issue. To many riders, these spooky noises may sound like the makings of a horror film. No need to be scared, understanding these sounds

Many of us are in the habit of irritating our neighbors by warming up our engines before we leave for a ride. Much like an athlete warming up before competition, it only makes sense that our engines require the same treatment. Allowing the engine components to heat up and oil

Unfortunately, you can’t just hop on your bike and ride without performing proper maintenance and checks. If you do, you shouldn’t. Pilots check their aircraft before takeoff to mitigate any chance of an unscheduled landing. Motorcycle pilots should be no less diligent. A catastrophic failure on a motorcycle

It’s truly a marvel that the clockwork cacophony of motorcycle parts—all designed, manufactured, and arranged so precisely—hold together and continue to function for thousands and thousands of miles. However, something as simple as one bolt coming loose can absolutely wreck your engine or other critical system on