As a biker, motorcycle tire maintenance is one of the things that you need to master. It’s common to see bikes on the road with different sets of tire sizes, and your wonder if you can also change tire sizes on your ride. You can change to a different wheel size on your motorcycle as … Read more
Before taking your bike out for a ride, you should always check the tire pressure and whether the brakes are working perfectly. However, even when everything is fine, you could still hit a rock, or pothole, or hop off a curb. When these incidents happen, your bike may feel different afterward because the wheel could … Read more
In the wake of the internet era, even the most challenging motorcycle fixes are becoming easier. Unfortunately, the potholes, curbs, and other driving hazards can damage your bike rims, leading to expensive repairs and replacements. Motorcycle wheels can bend under pressure, and you might only notice later when the morning and evening rides become unenjoyable. … Read more
To most riders, balancing motorcycle tires is always an afterthought when everything else is taken care of. However, ignoring tire balance could affect weight distribution, handling, and safety. To avoid any accidents and damages, make it your habit to check your tires and keep them in great condition frequently. Most riders forget that the subtle … Read more
Bike owners regularly maintain their motorcycles to ensure they are in perfect riding condition before the next trip. However, certain motorcycle parts may cause problems before you schedule your next maintenance. For example, a properly running engine with poorly aligned wheels is as problematic as one with engine issues. Unfortunately, most riders barely notice that … Read more
Are you looking to change the tires on your motorcycle? Knowing if the tires have tubes in them or not is important as that will change what you need to buy and what you need to do to successfully change the tires. So, are there tubes in motorcycle tires? Tubes are very common in motorcycle … Read more
Motorcycle rims are prone to a lot of wear and tear; therefore it is wise to maintain them in a good condition. One of the most essential ways to do so is powder coating them. Powder coating involves smearing a dry powder on the surface of the metal. The powder sticks to the metal surface … Read more
Wheel truing is one of the most challenging tasks when it comes to wheel maintenance activities. It is mainly seen as some dark art that can only be mastered by experienced bike wizards that have spent many years in the craft. This is the reason why wheel truing is mostly done in repair shops and … Read more
Have you ever noticed faint swinging sounds as you ride your motorcycle? The sound usually comes from the wheels as they turn. This is an obvious indication that your motorcycle wheel is bent. If such happens, riding your motorcycle may not be easy, and truing it would be the best deal. Truing a motorcycle wheel … Read more
Motorcycle wheels can be wire-spoke or one-piece alloy. The wire-spoke wheels have been around for a long time until the 1970s when manufacturers realized the benefits of alloy wheels and how they were cheaper to produce. With that said, each type of wheel has its applications. That explains why it is rare to find a … Read more
