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Repair and Maintenance

The Dos and Don'ts Of Motorcycle Tires

The Dos and Don'ts Of Motorcycle Tires

Gas or electric, they all have tires, and tires need maintenance.
By Kate Murphy 21 February 2020
15:07 This Guy And His Kid Have The Perfect Winter Project CR125

This Guy And His Kid Have The Perfect Winter Project CR125

Will it ever brap again?
By Janaki Jitchotvisut 09 January 2020
The Ins And Outs Of Lubing Your Motorcycle

The Ins And Outs Of Lubing Your Motorcycle

Proper lubrication is the key to life.
By Kate Murphy 25 December 2019
02:14 The Care And Feeding Of Your Motorcycle's Steering Head Bearings

The Care And Feeding Of Your Motorcycle's Steering Head Bearings

They're important but often overlooked.
By Kate Murphy 20 December 2019
Ask RideApart: What's The Lifespan Of A Motorcycle Engine?

Ask RideApart: What's The Lifespan Of A Motorcycle Engine?

Short answer: it depends!
By Kate Murphy 16 December 2019
34:09 Watch A Honda Super Cub Go From Rust Bucket To Retro Beauty

Watch A Honda Super Cub Go From Rust Bucket To Retro Beauty

Is it too far gone? Nah.
By Janaki Jitchotvisut 11 December 2019
Five Great Bikes To Learn To Wrench On

Five Great Bikes To Learn To Wrench On

Dig these garage- and tool-friendly machines.
By Kate Murphy 19 November 2019
Ask RideApart: What Tools Should I Carry On My Bike?

Ask RideApart: What Tools Should I Carry On My Bike?

You can't bring it all.
By Kate Murphy 12 November 2019
Motorcycle Tires: How Old Is Too Old?

Motorcycle Tires: How Old Is Too Old?

Sometimes tires are just too old to be useful.
By Kate Murphy 17 October 2019
00:52 The Necessary Evil: Tips For Towing Your Bike

The Necessary Evil: Tips For Towing Your Bike

Sometimes, you have to toss it in a truck, or onto a trailer.
By Kate Murphy 14 October 2019
11:54 Motorcycle Geometry Explained: Little Changes, Big Differences

Motorcycle Geometry Explained: Little Changes, Big Differences

A great primer in what happens with each change.
By Kate Murphy 09 October 2019
This Lady Ain’t Afraid Of No Carbs

This Lady Ain’t Afraid Of No Carbs

Ok, maybe a little.
By Sabrina Giacomini 25 September 2019
10:23 Everything You Want To Know About Brake Fluid But Are Afraid To Ask

Everything You Want To Know About Brake Fluid But Are Afraid To Ask

DOT4, DOT5, whatever it takes...
By Kate Murphy 13 September 2019
Motorcycle Frame Repair: Can You? Should You?

Motorcycle Frame Repair: Can You? Should You?

It can be done, but sometimes it shouldn't.
By Kate Murphy 11 September 2019
06:28 Party In The Back: All About Motorcycle Drive Chains

Party In The Back: All About Motorcycle Drive Chains

Your motorcycle's final drive chain and you.
By Kate Murphy 22 July 2019
Ask RideApart: I Dropped My Motorcycle. Now What?

Ask RideApart: I Dropped My Motorcycle. Now What?

Sometimes it's fine. Sometimes you need a tow.
By Kate Murphy 16 July 2019
Ask RideApart: I Killed My Motorcycle Battery. Now What?

Ask RideApart: I Killed My Motorcycle Battery. Now What?

Maybe you left the key on, maybe you wired that accessory up wrong...
By Kate Murphy 01 July 2019
Your Motorcycle Walk-Around Safety Check Reminder

Your Motorcycle Walk-Around Safety Check Reminder

You do all of this already, right?
By Kate Murphy 24 June 2019
Ask RideApart: Is Exhaust Back Pressure A Thing?

Ask RideApart: Is Exhaust Back Pressure A Thing?

Short answer: Yes, with an "and!"
By Kate Murphy 05 June 2019
Motorcycle Repair And Some Tools You'll Need

Motorcycle Repair And Some Tools You'll Need

It's not an exhaustive list but we're giving you a few good kernels.
By Kate Murphy 06 May 2019
Braided Steel Brake Lines: Why Put Them On My Bike?

Braided Steel Brake Lines: Why Put Them On My Bike?

Because they're pretty! No, wait, there are better answers.
By Kate Murphy 18 April 2019
16:45 WOW: A Fifteen Minute Kawasaki KLR Rebuild

WOW: A Fifteen Minute Kawasaki KLR Rebuild

He makes it look so easy.
By Kate Murphy 15 April 2019
09:10 Motorcycle Chain Maintenance: Which Chain Cleaner Is Best?

Motorcycle Chain Maintenance: Which Chain Cleaner Is Best?

Chain maintenance is important!
By Kate Murphy 18 March 2019
Springtime And The Necessity Of Motorcycle Maintenance

Springtime And The Necessity Of Motorcycle Maintenance

If you live in a climate where you have to store your bike, you also have to un-store it.
By Kate Murphy 01 March 2019
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