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How it Works: The Motorcycle Clutch
In his latest missive from the shop, Panhead Jim lays out for us the ins and outs of a motorcycle's clutch - how it works and why it's such a complex item.
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Panhead Jim
04 April 2018
News
How It Works: The Motorcycle Kickstarter
While it may seem archaic, the kickstarter is still, well, kicking around here and there. In this article, Jim gives us a handy primer on its ins and outs.
By
Panhead Jim
15 March 2018
How To
Transmission Primer: 1933 Harley-Davidson VL Three-Speed
Unlocking the mystery of what's inside your motorcycle's transmission case.
By
Panhead Jim
09 January 2018
News
Show Me Your War Face - A Day at the War Run
Choppers and mini-bikes descend on Eastern NC for a day of riding and racing.
By
Panhead Jim
21 December 2017
HFL
Twin Rivers Chopper Camp Out: A Weekend with 200 of Your Closest Friends
A weekend filled choppers, rock 'n' roll and cold beer, all on the banks of the oldest river in North America.
By
Panhead Jim
09 November 2017
Travel
Tennessee, a '33 Harley, and Me
Of course sometimes things go wrong that you can't just fix, no matter how many tools you shove in your tool roll, but that is just part of the adventure...
By
Panhead Jim
02 November 2017
Motorcycle History
America's Greatest Daredevil: Evel Knievel
Evel Knievel played such a huge role in defining motorcycle culture that it's now hard to separate the man from the myth. We break down the facts of his extraordinary life.
By
Panhead Jim
09 June 2017
Motorcycle History
How Harleys Became Known as 'Hogs'
Ever wondered why people refer to Harleys as "hogs?" The answer goes back a century and may surprise you.
By
Panhead Jim
20 April 2017
How To
Wobbly Wheels Suck - How To Balance Motorcycle Tires
In case you didn't already know this: Wobbly Wheels Suck. This How To Balance Motorcycle Tires article will help make sure the wobble wont happen to you.
By
Panhead Jim
21 March 2017
How To
How To Change Motorcycle Tires
One of the joys of motorcycling is doing things yourself. Learn how to change your motorcycle's tires, instead of paying someone else to do it.
By
Panhead Jim
09 March 2017
Reviews
1947 Harley-Davidson UL Bobber – Vintage Review
Take a ride down memory lane with Panhead Jim and this 1947 Harley-Davidson UL Bobber Vintage Review.
By
Panhead Jim
30 November 2016
Motorcycle History
The Flxible Side Car: A Different Angle on Sidecar Design
Panhead Jim takes a look at the fascinating history of the Flxible Side Car Company.
By
Panhead Jim
17 November 2016
Motorcycle History
The Legend of Patti Waggin: Burlesque Dancer and Motorcycle Racer
The Legend of Patti Waggin: Burlesque Dancer and Motorcycle RacerThe Legend of Patti Waggin: Burlesque Dancer and Motorcycle Racer Beautiful...
By
Panhead Jim
31 October 2016
News
Rider Destinations: The Blue Ridge Parkway
Rider Destinations: The Blue Ridge ParkwayNow that the weather is starting to cool down and the leaves are changing to their Autumn hues, it's a...
By
Panhead Jim
20 October 2016
Reviews
1964 Harley-Davidson FLH Duo-Glide - Vintage Review
A review of the classic 1964 Harley-Davidson FLH Duo-Glide.
By
Panhead Jim
10 October 2016
News
Rider Destinations: The Loneliest Road in America
Panhead Jim explores US 50, the loneliest road in America.
By
Panhead Jim
15 September 2016
Reviews
1972 BMW R75/5 - Vintage Review
1972 BMW R75/5 - Vintage ReviewVintage Review - 1972 BMW R75/5 When it comes to the latest machines to roll out of the factory on two wheels, the...
By
Panhead Jim
06 September 2016
News
Rider Destinations: Arches National Park
Rider Destinations: Arches National ParkIt's hard to deny that Utah has some of the best riding in the United States, so picking just one spot to...
By
Panhead Jim
30 August 2016
News
Mountainous Adventures on Old Motorcycles
Panhead Jim and some friends take their vintage motorcycles to the Blue Ridge Mountains.
By
Panhead Jim
22 August 2016
News
Rider Destinations: Mesa Verde, Colorado
Rider Destinations: Mesa Verde, ColoradoRider Destinations: Mesa Verde, Colorado This is the first installment of a series of articles highlighting...
By
Panhead Jim
09 August 2016
News
Bad Luck Comes In Threes: Brakes, Belts and Drums
Bad Luck Comes In Threes: Brakes, Belts and DrumsBad Luck Comes In Threes: Brakes, Belts and Drums Vintage motorcycles have a way of testing a...
By
Panhead Jim
22 July 2016
How To
How to Ride an Antique Harley-Davidson
How to Ride an Antique Harley-DavidsonWhen you ride a more than 80-year-old motorcycle, people tend to ask you a lot of questions. Outside of a...
By
Panhead Jim
14 July 2016
News
Riding Into the Darkness
Writer Panhead Jim finds himself alone in the dark with his not-so-trusty 1933 Harley-Davidson.
By
Panhead Jim
05 July 2016
News
The Motorcycle Mechanics Institute Does Vintage Too
The Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (MMI) now offers a course on vintage motorcycles called the Harley-Davidson Early Model elective.
By
Panhead Jim
14 December 2015
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