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If you’re planning a long road trip by motorcycle, you might be wondering whether investing in a motorcycle-specific GPS is worth the expense. One look at the market for available GPS units proves that this technology doesn’t come cheap.  Motorcycle GPS units are worth the money because they can consistently be operated with a gloved hand while a smartphone can’t. They’re also durable in all temperatures and weather conditions, unlike smartphones. GPS software applications can be added to smartphones for a cheaper navigation option.  Those on the fence about buying a motorcycle GPS have many things to consider before making…

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One of the most common problems you may face with your motorcycle includes trouble with the clutch. Since it is intended to help you transition safely between gears, it makes sense that the clutch system is tough and might be a bit difficult to pull. However, perhaps it is much too difficult to pull. It can make one wonder what causes a motorcycle clutch to be too hard? Continue reading to learn eight reasons your motorcycle clutch is too hard. From failure to keep your clutch in good condition, improper installation on the inner mechanics, or problems due to wear…

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Motorcycles have been around for years, so it is no surprise that many people are interested in restoring older models to see if they can be made roadworthy. However, that may involve significant repairs to the vehicle. With that in mind, you might want to know if you can sandblast a motorcycle gas tank.  You can sandblast a motorcycle gas tank, but there are a few important considerations, such as: Whether you plan to sandblast the inside or outside of the tank The age and damage to the tank Whether you plan to do it yourself or hire a professional…

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Motorcycles and cars use fuses to distribute electrical charges through the vehicle’s system. Still, owners who have both often wonder if the fuses can be used interchangeably between the two vehicles. In many cases, the fuses appear to fit in the same slot easily, so it’s a common question. Motorcycle fuses and car fuses are the same fuse type, but vehicle owners replacing a fuse need to pay attention to the fuse amperage used. Using a fuse of the wrong amperage can cause an electrical short in either a motorcycle or a car, causing damage and even a fire risk. …

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If you want to get a boost in your motorcycle performance, you may have started looking into using a fuel additive. There are plenty of these additives and cleaners on the market, but Redex is one of the more popular ones. Of course, you’ll need to know, does Redex work on motorcycles? Yes, Redex will work on motorcycles. In fact, you can use Redex in any combustion engine including cars, vans, trucks, motorcycles, even lawnmowers. It is important to adjust the amount you add proportionally to the size of your tank. Knowing you can trust Redex in your bike is…

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Hopping on a motorcycle and going for a long road trip with nothing but the breeze brushing past is an experience quite unlike any other—until you run out of gas and have to push your bike to the nearest station. This is not an uncommon occurrence because, despite continued advancements in motorcycle technology, many bikes are still manufactured without a fuel gauge. If this is the case with your bike, can you add a fuel gauge aftermarket? You can put a fuel gauge on a motorcycle. Many different types of fuel gauges can be used, with the simplicity of installation…

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You may have heard claims that police radar doesn’t work on motorcycles. Motorcycles are smaller vehicles, so there is some reason to believe that a radar gun may have more difficulty detecting a motorcycle than a normal-sized car. But is this a fact? Police radar does work on motorcycles, but it isn’t always accurate. Police radar picks up the target that looks the largest to it. If a motorcycle is next to a larger vehicle, the radar gun may not get an accurate read of the motorcycle’s speed. Now that you know this, you probably want to know more about…

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You may find yourself one day looking at your motorcycle and thinking that the chain needs an adjustment. Whether you’ve recently bought a new bike or changed the sprockets on an old one, the chain may need to be a link longer than it is.  Yes, you can add a link to a motorcycle chain. It’s important to have the correct tools and to make sure you are doing this carefully to avoid future injuries and malfunctions. If you’ve never done any bike repair or maintenance, then be sure to talk to an expert before riding off into the sunset. …

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You may have noticed a motorcycle approaching you on the road, and it only has one headlight. Many people assume that this is because the other headlight is not working for some reason. In actuality, there is a safety reason why many motorcycles only have one working headlight. Only one headlight works on motorcycles because it is meant to indicate to oncoming traffic that it is not a car. In essence, motorcycles are signified by one working headlight, while other vehicles are signified by two. It also indicates that the motorcycle is likely quite close in terms of distance. There…

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