Mechanical and Technical

April 30, 2012
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Motorcycle Chain Maintenance

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It is the motorcycle chain that literally keeps the wheels turning. Regular motorcycle chain maintenance including adjustment and lubrication is critical to ensure that your chain lives a long and effective live, as well as being a measure to reduce the chance of any chain slips. In this article there are a few key tasks […]

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March 27, 2012
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How Long Does A Motorcycle Battery Last?

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How Long Does A Motorcycle Battery Last? There are many variables which must be taken into account in order to answer the question of how long does a motorcycle battery last. The biggest variable in this equation is you, as in most situations you can make the difference between a battery that lasts only months […]

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March 22, 2012
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Do Motorcycles Have Alternators?

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Do Motorcycles Have Alternators? This is a very common question and the answer is pretty straight forward too. The answer is maybe. All modern road motorcycles will have one of two different systems in place in order to charge the battery. If a motorcycle did not have the ability to charge the battery then you […]

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March 21, 2012
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Can You Jump Start A Motorcycle With A Car?

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Can You Jump Start A Motorcycle With A Car? The quick answer is “yes, you can”, however there are some things that you need to take into account before attempting to jump start a motorcycle with a car, else you risk damaging your motorcycle. Critically Important Note: Ensure that you do not start the car […]

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