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[Guide] Basic Mechanics, Operations, & Physics Behind a Bike

It is a good idea to try to learn as much as possible, not only with riding skills but the...
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[Guide] Shifting Gears on a Motorcycle

When it comes to riding smoothly on a motorcycle, Mr.Chow from the Hangover would probably ask – “But, did you...
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[GUIDE] Shopping for a Used Motorcycle Helmet

Your head is the most important thing to protect while riding a motorcycle. Cuts, road rash, scrapes, and the like...
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[How-To] 10-Steps to Winterize Your Motorcycle & Prepare it For Storage

Updated October 18, 2019 by Cameron Martel I live in Canada and I’m a motorcyclist. It’s late September, the leaves...
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[How-To] Beginners Guide to Safely Riding a Motorcycle in the Rain

Can You Safely Ride a Motorcycle in the Rain? Let’s call a spade a spade: when the rain hits, the...
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5 Easy Motorcycle Modifications for New Riders

When you buy your first motorcycle, you probably think it’s perfect just the way it is—but if you’re anything like...
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A Beginner’s Guide to Chain Maintenance

The average motorcycle these days is capable of putting down the same amount of power as a small car, and...
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A Brief Guide to Motorcycle Coolant: Operating Temperatures, Change Frequency, & More

Liquid-cooled motorcycles use coolant (also referred to as antifreeze) to keep their engines within safe operating temperatures. This system requires...
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Auto vs. Motorcycle Insurance: Comparing Costs & Riders

If you’ve been driving for a while but you’re still new to riding, you might assume that motorcycle insurance and...
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Beginner Motorcycles that Don’t LOOK Like Beginner Motorcycles.

8 Beginner Motorcycles that Look Awesome, Turn Heads & Don’t Destroy Budgets We’ve all been there, we love the look of the...
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Counter Steering on a Motorcycle: Physics & Techniques

Jennifer Angelina demo’ing push steering for the class Push Steering or Counter Steering? “Tom-ay-to, Tom-ah-to” – Both Terms Mean the...
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Defensive Riding Tips to Avoid Accidents

This is the thing none of us want to ever have to deal with, but should consistently practice and prepare...
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Determining the Correct Size of Motorcycle for an Ideal Riding Position

Several factors come into play when choosing a motorcycle to fit you the best. Most of them are fairly obvious....
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Dirt Bike Buying Guide: How To Pick The Perfect Dirt Bike [2024 Edition]

Well, you could just grab a dirt bike, hop on, fire it up, twist the wrist, and if it doesn’t...
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Do You Know What To Do If You Come Across A Motorcycle Accident?

**This article was written in collaboration with Road Guardians, an organization dedicated to teaching motorcyclist first aid and accident scene...
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Easy Custom Touches: How Beginner Riders Can Use Airbrush Paint to Make Their Bike Stand Out

While most beginners aren’t ready for a full teardown or respray, airbrush paint opens the door to creative, low-risk customization....
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eBikes for Kids: What You Need to Know

Many parents forget what it’s like to be a child. The everyday struggle of opening a door by oneself or...
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Finding Your Niche: What Each Style Of Motorcycle Offers You

If you’ve had the chance to read our interview with Trevor Dech, chief instructor at Too Cool Motorcycle School in...
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Geared Up for the Ride: What Beginner Riders Need to Know About E-Bike vs Motorcycle Gear

Electric bikes are everywhere these days, buzzing through city streets, zipping down suburban bike lanes, and sneaking into spots where...
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Guide for New Bikers: Finding a First Bike Made for You

“How Do I Know What to Buy?” A larger engine, or a smaller engine? Sportbike, cruiser, mod bike, dual sport,...
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Guide: Touching Up Chips & Other Minor Blemishes in Your Bike’s Paint

Your motorcycle is under attack—well, at least the paint finish on it is. Rocks! Sand! Bugs! Kids whacking it in...
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How New Motorcycle Riders Can Manage Risks & Hazards

Let’s face it, motorcycles have way more risks associated with riding them than cars do with driving them. Two wheels...
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How to Know When to Replace Your Motorcycle Tires

Motorcycle tires are your sole connection (no pun intended to our BBM readers) to the road, making them critical to...
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How to Operate a Motorcycle Clutch & Brakes

Since the  first motorcycle design, many changes, evolutions, and innovations have taken form over the years of its development –...
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How To Push Start (Bump Start / Pop Start) A Motorcycle

Quick Navigation Motorcycle Won’t Start? Check these First! How to Push Start a Motorcycle How-to Video Helpful Tips in Push...
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How to Ride Slow on a Motorcycle

Why Ride Slow? Before we get into anything more complicated, we’re going to take a quick dive into slow motion...
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How to Safely Store Your Motorcycle as a Beginner

Introduction As a beginner, learning how to store your motorcycle correctly is a foundational skill. Whether you’re preparing for the...
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I Came, I Rode, I Conquered: Tackling Mountain Roads Safely

Many of my fondest, most happiest moments have occurred while aboard a two wheeled steed, moving at speed down a...
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Managing Expectations: Things to Know Before Getting on a Motorcycle

Watch the Video This is Why I Ride Motorcycling, the closest any one person can get to flying without actually...
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Motorcycle Clutch Control & the Friction Zone

What is the Clutch & How Does it Work? In simplistic terms, the clutch is the part of the motorcycle...
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