If you’ve responsibly chosen to park your bike during the pandemic, then you may be considering using the time to...
If you haven’t already decided to self isolate, you may soon be forced off the road by government bans, so...
(Contributed Post for our Northern hemisphere readers) There is no way to sugarcoat it – winter can be very tough on your motorbike. This does not mean, however, that you can’t get it out for a ride every once in a while. That, of course, with the right maintenance, to...
The future for backyard, independent and even multi-brand motorcycle mechanics may be a little brighter if the coming mandatory data...
(CONTRIBUTED POST FOR NORTH AMERICAN READERS) If you like to customize motorcycles, you should know how to do it properly....
Speedometer condensation used to be a common thing on motorcycles and even in some cars, but today’s instruments are much better sealed against moisture. While modern cars have air-conditioning to keep the humidity level down, motorcycle instruments are still exposed to the weather, so they can still be vulnerable. Heavy...
We all want to keep the motorbike in top condition, and on the road. However, in the northern winter months...
After a long ride on some dusty roads over the weekend it’s time to give the bike a thorough washing...
Keeping track of your motorcycle maintenance can be difficult, especially if you are lucky enough to have more than one motorcycle in your garage. When was the last time you changed your bike fluid, cleaned or lubed your chain, or inspected your brake pads? Now you keep track of maintenance...
If you’re a Victorian rider and want to support a young, skilled and energetic motorcycle workshop, try Platinum Motorcycles in...
While many of us are lucky – or brave enough – to ride all winter long, some have had to...
This motorcycle maintenance advice was provided by the RACQ to help riders keep their bike in good condition which is perhaps the most important factor in safe riding. Keeping your bike in optimum condition: Get to know your motorcycle, read the handbook and make sure you understand its features, servicing requirements and...
For your safety and to ensure that your bike is legal to ride, it is advisable to perform a pre-ride...
This age-old question about oils doesn’t have an easy answer. However, your motorcycle manual will specify a particular oil. Some...
You could do a lap of Australia on your bike and never have to bother about oiling the chain with a Cameleon Chain Oiler. The handy little device costs about $A230 plus postage. Oiling your chain is messy, it’s a nuisance having to carry chain lube with you and it’s...
The unexpected – such as detours and bits falling off your bike – can turn your average Sunday ride into...
Before any ride, you should go over a pre-ride checklist to ensure that your bike is not only safe to...
Forget about tool kits and tyre puncture repair kits. Join a decent roadside assistance program and you will never again have to worry about being stranded. Even with the best tool kits and puncture repair kits you can still run into trouble. I did recently while out testing a Victory...