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Rev-matching - What, Why and How to do it?
Not only will rev-matching keep your motorcycle stable, it will also decrease the wear and tear of its powertrain. What is Rev-Matching? Rev-matching is a technique used to downshift gears on a motorcycle. To explain the science behind it in a layman fashion, it is the act of matching the speed of a motorcycle engine with that of its transmission when shifting down a gear. When you downshift on a motorcycle, the engine RPMs increase. If you do it without rev-matching, the engine will feel bogged down and the motorcycle will also lurch forward. This can be avoided by...
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Five Habits That Will Prolong The Lifespan Of Your Motorcycle
Getting your motorcycle servicing on time is not the only thing that will prolong the life of your motorcycle. Many riders will often wonder if they are doing everything to prolong the life of their motorcycle. If you are one of them, here are a few habits that’ll go a long way in increasing your bike’s lifespan. Keep the motorcycle clean: You might not realize this, but periodic cleaning of your motorcycle will prolong its life by quite some time. Dust, grime, and all other things that get your motorcycle dirty have a corrosive nature, which when left on...
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Rider-Tech That Makes Life Safer and Easier on a Motorcycle
How do added electronic accessories make lives easier for a rider? Slowly and steadily, electronics have been creeping into our lives over the years, and have cemented a place that can be replaced by nothing else in the near future. The same is the case with motorcycles. And no, we are not talking about rider aids such as traction control, cornering ABS and the lot. Instead, our focus is on electronics that can be bought as added accessories and will make your life easier on a motorcycle. Digital pressure gauges: There are multiple puncture shops on the highways, and...
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5 tips for Motorcycle Maintenance
For a lot of bikers out there, the choice of owning a bike over a car is driven purely by a passion for motorcycles and riding! Therefore it only makes logical sense for a rider to take care of his/her two wheels and maintain it in a good condition. Here are 5 easy tips for motorcycle maintenance, to ensure smooth and hassle-free riding- 1. Tyre pressure, wear and wheel alignment: Tyres are the most important part of your bike as they are the points of bike contact with any surface. Therefore it’s critical to take good care of tyres w.r.t. pressure,...