Category: Motorcycle Maintenance and Info
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Removing a Filler Cap From a Motorcycle Fuel Tank…
Although it looks fairly straight forward, there is an additional security measure when removing an aircraft style fuel filler cap from a motorcycle petrol tank.
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How Motorcycle Front Aerofoils Work… (and why I HATE Them!)
Well, there everywhere now, on the race track, on track days and even on the road, but (imho) front aerofoils on a motorcycle look absolutely terrible!
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The Importance of Visually Checking Your Brakes…..
Quick, visual motorbike checks are often overlooked before going out, wether it’s for a weekend blast or regular commute, but there’s a very good reason to do a visual check.
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Kawasaki ZRX1200 Oil Filter and Oil Drain Locations…..
Not sure where the oil filter and drain plug are located on the Kawasaki ZRX1200? Hopefully this post will show exactly where the oil drain and filter are located.
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Kawasaki ZRX1200 CDI Wiring…..
Just incase anyone want’s to know….. The pictures and info in below should show where the different coloured wires connect to the CDI unit. The info and pictures are from a 2004 ZRX1200R (A4H model). Other years may be different! Kawasaki ZRX1200R CDI / Ignitor unit (part no: 21119-0029)
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What is an EXUP valve?
The term ‘EXUP valve’ (Exhaust Ultimate Power Valve) is often used in relation to motorcycles, but what is an EXUP valve and how does it help you ride faster?
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What are brake caliper pots (e.g 4 pot calipers)?
The phrases ‘4 pot calipers’ , ‘2 pot calipers’ and ‘single pot calipers’ are often used to describe motorcycle brake calipers, but what do these phrases actually mean and what do the pots do?
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Filtrex OIF032 oil filter fitment problem…..
We have, unfortunately, encountered a slight fitment problem with the Filtrex OIF032 oil filter in some Aprilia 1000cc motorcycles! We have removed the Filtrex OIF032 filter from sale on our website and in our shop and have replaced it with the Hiflo HF152 filter. The OIF032 filter is a paper element, aftermarket replacement filter for…
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How to change the engine oil in a Suzuki AN125 (1995 to 2000 model)…..
Tools and parts needed: Oil, filter and tools needed for a Suzuki AN125 oil change 1 litre of good quality** 10w40 scooter oil (you can also use a fully synthetic 10w40 oil). You will need 850ml of 10w40 oil to refill the engine. 1 x Filtrex OIF011 oil filter (alternative filters: Hiflo HF131 and Champion…
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Yamaha XJ600 Diversion CDI Wiring…..
We have had a few enquiries and questions about the wires that connect the CDI to the electrical wiring loom on the XJ600 Diversion. The pictures and info in this below should show where the different coloured wires connect to the CDI unit. The info and pictures are from a 1998 Yamaha XJ600 S Diversion…