Category Archives: Motorcycle Maintenance

The Best Way to Keep Your Harley Clean

Many Harley-Davidson owners affectionately refer to their motorcycles as “hogs.” Just because you might refer to your bike as a hog is no reason for it to look like a pig. Whether you ride an 883 Sportster or a big touring bike, your Harley always is happiest when it looks its best. So are those with […]

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Signs Your Motorcycle Battery Is Dead

Having trouble starting your motorcycle? There are many possible reasons a motorcycle won’t start, including a bad alternator, low gas and a clogged fuel tank vent, but one of the most common reasons a motorcycle won’t start is a dead battery. Dead motorcycle battery signs include a fading horn, dim lights, corroded battery terminals and […]

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Signs Your Motorcycle Battery Is Dead

Having trouble starting your motorcycle? There are many possible reasons a motorcycle won’t start, including a bad alternator, low gas and a clogged fuel tank vent, but one of the most common reasons a motorcycle won’t start is a dead battery. Dead motorcycle battery signs include a fading horn, dim lights, corroded battery terminals and […]

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Signs Your Motorcycle Is Running Lean

Is your motorcycle running lean? A motorcycle with an engine that’s running lean will likely idle or run sluggish, causing the engine and exhaust pipes to become hotter than normal. A lean motorcycle engine is actually unhealthy for the bike, especially if the problem persists for a long time. Luckily, this is a common problem […]

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What’s the Perfect Motorcycle Tire Pressure for Riding?

When it comes to motorcycle safety and performance, few things make quite as much of a difference as tire pressure. When a motorcycle’s tires are over- or under-inflated, it can lead to all kinds of problems, including increased risk of tire blowouts, difficulty turning and interference with braking performance. With that in mind, it’s very […]

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