What makes motorbike services crucial? A comprehensive motorcycle service guarantees that any mechanical or electrical issues are resolved before your motorcycle’s MOT and, naturally before they compromise the motorcycle’s safe functioning. In addition to extending its lifespan, routine maintenance for… Continue reading Full motorcycle service checklist and estimated costs
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Automatic DCT gearbox on Honda motorcycles
The automotive industry has its analogs of motorcycle DCT. For instance, Volkswagen equips its cars with DSG robotic transmission. The main difference between robotic gearboxes for cars and motorcycles is that motorcycle gearboxes are equipped with cam couplings and constant… Continue reading Automatic DCT gearbox on Honda motorcycles
Traction, friction, and road grip explained
Understanding the difference between these two concepts and their essential role in safe driving is crucial. Losing grip while driving can result in life-threatening skidding, a potentially hazardous situation in larger vehicles. This happens when the tires are unable to… Continue reading Traction, friction, and road grip explained
Yamaha from beginning till today
The company, known to the world under the name YAMAHA Motor, was officially registered in 1955. But in reality, this is the successor of the Nippon Gakki corporation. Thorakusu Yamaha, the third son in a samurai family, from early childhood,… Continue reading Yamaha from beginning till today
Electric motorbikes 2022
The triumph of the Tesla electric cars by Elon Musk has awoken the faded several decades ago interest in vehicles with an electric motor. Driven by today’s trendy ideas of sustainability and innovation, motorcycle manufacturers began…
Best automatic transmission bikes in 2022
For old-school bikers, just a thought of an automatic transmission seems like pure blasphemy. Nevertheless, the current demand for such bikes is pretty high which is reflected in the wide range of models released in 2022…
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 update – road test and review
For many years, riders had a choice to opt for MT-09 SP instead of the stock MT-09 to enjoy the better overall performance, style, and capacity. Of course, for extra pay. However, since the latest update with significant stock MT-09… Continue reading Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 update – road test and review