Here's a step-by-step tutorial on how to clean and lube your motorcycle chain. I know there are a few different ways, and my moto jargon is probably not perfect, but this is pretty basic and something everyone should know how to do. It the easiest way to get the longest life out of your chain and sprocket. You should lube it every 300-500 miles, and do a full clean and lube such as I am doing here every 3000 miles, but my chain is starting to get old and kinked, so I do it anytime it seems dirty or dry. Song: You're Not Alone by Paul Oakenfold
Showing posts with label Motorcycle. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Motorcycle. Show all posts
How To Clean & Lube Your Motorcycle Chain
Sunday, September 9, 2012
How To Clean & Lube Your Motorcycle Chain Video Clips. Duration : 8.78 Mins.
Here's a step-by-step tutorial on how to clean and lube your motorcycle chain. I know there are a few different ways, and my moto jargon is probably not perfect, but this is pretty basic and something everyone should know how to do. It the easiest way to get the longest life out of your chain and sprocket. You should lube it every 300-500 miles, and do a full clean and lube such as I am doing here every 3000 miles, but my chain is starting to get old and kinked, so I do it anytime it seems dirty or dry. Song: You're Not Alone by Paul Oakenfold
Here's a step-by-step tutorial on how to clean and lube your motorcycle chain. I know there are a few different ways, and my moto jargon is probably not perfect, but this is pretty basic and something everyone should know how to do. It the easiest way to get the longest life out of your chain and sprocket. You should lube it every 300-500 miles, and do a full clean and lube such as I am doing here every 3000 miles, but my chain is starting to get old and kinked, so I do it anytime it seems dirty or dry. Song: You're Not Alone by Paul Oakenfold
How to diagnose carburetor vacuum leaks on your motorcycle
Saturday, September 8, 2012
How to diagnose carburetor vacuum leaks on your motorcycle Video Clips. Duration : 4.68 Mins.
This is a simple video demonstrating the best method to detect vacuum leaks around your carb boots. Vacuum leaks are a fairly common problem in older bikes, and luckily they can usually be remedied quickly and easily, the first step however is diagnosis. If your bike is running rough, won't rev up or has an irregular idle, before you take off the carbs and open them up, check for vacuum leaks. A vacuum leak occurs when too much air is introduced into the combustion chamber via a failure in one or more of the carburetor boots or other rubber mating surface. When too much air is sucked in, then the bike cannot combust the gasoline efficiently; there must be an optimal ratio. Therefore it is up to you to detect these leaks, and either plug them up or replace the carb boots. In this particular bike, the engine was running VERY lean. Not only did we have vacuum leaks, but the baffles were taken out of the engine, and the previous owner had removed the air filter and neglected to install a new one. This is not only dangerous by allowing foreign material to enter the engine, but it also makes the engine run much hotter, as lean explosions create more heat than regular ones (think about blowing on a fire in your fire place: more air, hotter fire). This can be detrimental to a variety of parts in the engine, and it is a good thing we didn't ride this bike around too much before finding the problem. If anyone has any questions as to why this is important or how to find/repair these ...
This is a simple video demonstrating the best method to detect vacuum leaks around your carb boots. Vacuum leaks are a fairly common problem in older bikes, and luckily they can usually be remedied quickly and easily, the first step however is diagnosis. If your bike is running rough, won't rev up or has an irregular idle, before you take off the carbs and open them up, check for vacuum leaks. A vacuum leak occurs when too much air is introduced into the combustion chamber via a failure in one or more of the carburetor boots or other rubber mating surface. When too much air is sucked in, then the bike cannot combust the gasoline efficiently; there must be an optimal ratio. Therefore it is up to you to detect these leaks, and either plug them up or replace the carb boots. In this particular bike, the engine was running VERY lean. Not only did we have vacuum leaks, but the baffles were taken out of the engine, and the previous owner had removed the air filter and neglected to install a new one. This is not only dangerous by allowing foreign material to enter the engine, but it also makes the engine run much hotter, as lean explosions create more heat than regular ones (think about blowing on a fire in your fire place: more air, hotter fire). This can be detrimental to a variety of parts in the engine, and it is a good thing we didn't ride this bike around too much before finding the problem. If anyone has any questions as to why this is important or how to find/repair these ...
Motorcycle Fairing Repair on abs plastic - Melting abs plastic Part 2
Thursday, September 6, 2012
Motorcycle Fairing Repair on abs plastic - Melting abs plastic Part 2 Tube. Duration : 6.77 Mins.
Part 2 on repairing motorcycle plastics using just a soldering iron, spare abs material and bondo.
Part 2 on repairing motorcycle plastics using just a soldering iron, spare abs material and bondo.
How to clean motorcycle carbs 2/3
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
How to clean motorcycle carbs 2/3 Video Clips. Duration : 8.55 Mins.
This is the second installment of my instructional video demonstrating how to clean motorcycle carburetors.
This is the second installment of my instructional video demonstrating how to clean motorcycle carburetors.
How to clean motorcycle carburetors
How to clean motorcycle carburetors Tube. Duration : 28.77 Mins.
Another carb video, this one for you v-twin guys
Another carb video, this one for you v-twin guys
broken motorcycle plastics repair .KOKKINA FEGARIA TECH
Sunday, September 2, 2012
broken motorcycle plastics repair .KOKKINA FEGARIA TECH Tube. Duration : 8.92 Mins.
An easy way with simple tools for saving your motorcycle plastics .Good for all bikes and specialy for dirt bikes and restorations.
An easy way with simple tools for saving your motorcycle plastics .Good for all bikes and specialy for dirt bikes and restorations.
How to install aftermarket stereo speakers & amp in a Harley-Davidson Motorcycle
Friday, August 31, 2012
How to install aftermarket stereo speakers & amp in a Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Video Clips. Duration : 10.87 Mins.
www.arcaudio.com http Produced for PGN Agency www.PGNAgency.com by Atomos Media http This video is a How To on installing an aftermarket Arc Audio speaker & amplifier system into a custom 2011 Harley-Davidson Road Glide Ultra motorcycle. This video specifically details the installation of the speakers & amplifier and assumes you already know how to remove the fairing, fenders, and the seat of your hog. We'll show you which tools you'll need, tips and techniques to make your installation go as smooth as a cold beer, the difference between the Harley-Davidson factory speakers and the Arc Audio system, and more ways to make your DIY project look like a factory install. "The system is so clear that our narrator heard parts of the songs that he had never heard at home. You won't be sorry", Pete explained. "The folks at ARC are great to work with unlike most big companies." Safe riding.
www.arcaudio.com http Produced for PGN Agency www.PGNAgency.com by Atomos Media http This video is a How To on installing an aftermarket Arc Audio speaker & amplifier system into a custom 2011 Harley-Davidson Road Glide Ultra motorcycle. This video specifically details the installation of the speakers & amplifier and assumes you already know how to remove the fairing, fenders, and the seat of your hog. We'll show you which tools you'll need, tips and techniques to make your installation go as smooth as a cold beer, the difference between the Harley-Davidson factory speakers and the Arc Audio system, and more ways to make your DIY project look like a factory install. "The system is so clear that our narrator heard parts of the songs that he had never heard at home. You won't be sorry", Pete explained. "The folks at ARC are great to work with unlike most big companies." Safe riding.
Motorcycle Repair: Inspecting & Adjusting the Final Drive Belt on a 2008 Harley Davidson Road Glide
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Motorcycle Repair: Inspecting & Adjusting the Final Drive Belt on a 2008 Harley Davidson Road Glide Tube. Duration : 5.20 Mins.
**Always follow the instructions in your repair manual when doing repair or maintenance work on a motorcycle. Manuals can be found at the dealer and online.** This video is about inspecting and adjusting the final drive belt on a Harley Davidson Road Glide. I used a tool called a Belt Tension Gauge, and it is important to transfer the force required to compress the gauge to the drive belt. It might appear that I am not doing that in the video, but I am. I had to hold the tool the way I did to prevent it from falling over. Harley Davidson sells the Belt Tension Gauge or you can find an aftermarket version of the same thing online. I think 10 lbs is pretty standard for checking the deflection on belt final drives, but check your owners manual. The Belt Tension Gauge originally had support arms on the part that made contact with the belt, and it looked similar to a football goal post. I had to cut them off because the tool would not fit between the plastic shield that covers the final drive belt. Its ok if you cut them off, just make sure you center the gauge on the belt before applying pressure. Belts are my favorite type of final drive on a motorcycle because it lasts longer than a chain, is quieter than a chain, requires less maintenance than a chain and is more efficient than a drive shaft. Tools Used: - Belt Tension Gauge - I used a 36mm socket for a the rear axle nut. It worked, but I think it was a bit lose. I tried 1 1/4" and 1 1/2", but neither socket worked, and I ...
**Always follow the instructions in your repair manual when doing repair or maintenance work on a motorcycle. Manuals can be found at the dealer and online.** This video is about inspecting and adjusting the final drive belt on a Harley Davidson Road Glide. I used a tool called a Belt Tension Gauge, and it is important to transfer the force required to compress the gauge to the drive belt. It might appear that I am not doing that in the video, but I am. I had to hold the tool the way I did to prevent it from falling over. Harley Davidson sells the Belt Tension Gauge or you can find an aftermarket version of the same thing online. I think 10 lbs is pretty standard for checking the deflection on belt final drives, but check your owners manual. The Belt Tension Gauge originally had support arms on the part that made contact with the belt, and it looked similar to a football goal post. I had to cut them off because the tool would not fit between the plastic shield that covers the final drive belt. Its ok if you cut them off, just make sure you center the gauge on the belt before applying pressure. Belts are my favorite type of final drive on a motorcycle because it lasts longer than a chain, is quieter than a chain, requires less maintenance than a chain and is more efficient than a drive shaft. Tools Used: - Belt Tension Gauge - I used a 36mm socket for a the rear axle nut. It worked, but I think it was a bit lose. I tried 1 1/4" and 1 1/2", but neither socket worked, and I ...
How to fix motorcycle fairings.
Monday, August 27, 2012
How to fix motorcycle fairings. Tube. Duration : 7.08 Mins.
Fixing abs plastic motorcycle fairings
Fixing abs plastic motorcycle fairings
Howto: Replace Motorcycle Chain and Sprockets in 10 mins ('09 Ninja 250)
Friday, August 24, 2012
Howto: Replace Motorcycle Chain and Sprockets in 10 mins ('09 Ninja 250) Tube. Duration : 10.97 Mins.
Diemuzi (Sammie's) chain and sprocket upgrade and replacement on his 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250. This bike is identical from 2008-2010 (at time of this writing.) He did all the cameraman work for me. You can now be a fan of Skeeter the Duck on her very own Facebook Fan Page! Add Skeeter: www.facebook.com My personal Blog: duckshit.net Add me on Facebook www.facebook.com Follow me on Twitter: twitter.com Friend me on Myspace: www.myspace.com
Diemuzi (Sammie's) chain and sprocket upgrade and replacement on his 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250. This bike is identical from 2008-2010 (at time of this writing.) He did all the cameraman work for me. You can now be a fan of Skeeter the Duck on her very own Facebook Fan Page! Add Skeeter: www.facebook.com My personal Blog: duckshit.net Add me on Facebook www.facebook.com Follow me on Twitter: twitter.com Friend me on Myspace: www.myspace.com
How to remove the rear wheel of your shaft driven motorcycle
How to remove the rear wheel of your shaft driven motorcycle Tube. Duration : 6.35 Mins.
Its pretty simple, even with me rambling on you can see it done in just over 6 minutes.
Its pretty simple, even with me rambling on you can see it done in just over 6 minutes.
DIY: Mounting a motorcycle tire tutorial
Thursday, August 23, 2012
DIY: Mounting a motorcycle tire tutorial Tube. Duration : 10.05 Mins.
This video is a walk-through/tutorial on how to mount a new motorcycle tire. I bought a new tire way back in a video Shopping with Skeefoo, and I'm just now getting around to installing it. This was the first time I'd ever mounted my own tire. I think it's one of those things a lot of riders are afraid to do, and prefer to spend the money having a professional do it. I used a couple of cheap tire levers (amzn.to and had my new rubber mounted, tube back in, and wheel on the bike in only about 30 minutes. This certainly isn't rocket science. You just need a couple of levers and a bit of determination and you will be changing your own tires in no time at all. Save your money, ride more. One of the more difficult parts of the install was getting the valve stem of the tube back through the rim. I had to monkey with it for quite a while. Someone suggested I pick up on of these handy Valve Stem Pullers (amzn.to Looks like a great idea. I didn't worry about balancing the tire, this ain't no race bike if you know what I mean. I've since had it over 60 mph a few times and haven't noticed any vibrations from the tire. Having the proper tools, and knowing how to change/repair a tire on the side of the road is a skill every adventure rider should know. I road from Utah to Panama on my BMW and had no clue what to do if I got a flat tire. I didn't even have the tools to take the wheel off. Thankfully luck was on my side during that ride, and I didn't have any problems.
This video is a walk-through/tutorial on how to mount a new motorcycle tire. I bought a new tire way back in a video Shopping with Skeefoo, and I'm just now getting around to installing it. This was the first time I'd ever mounted my own tire. I think it's one of those things a lot of riders are afraid to do, and prefer to spend the money having a professional do it. I used a couple of cheap tire levers (amzn.to and had my new rubber mounted, tube back in, and wheel on the bike in only about 30 minutes. This certainly isn't rocket science. You just need a couple of levers and a bit of determination and you will be changing your own tires in no time at all. Save your money, ride more. One of the more difficult parts of the install was getting the valve stem of the tube back through the rim. I had to monkey with it for quite a while. Someone suggested I pick up on of these handy Valve Stem Pullers (amzn.to Looks like a great idea. I didn't worry about balancing the tire, this ain't no race bike if you know what I mean. I've since had it over 60 mph a few times and haven't noticed any vibrations from the tire. Having the proper tools, and knowing how to change/repair a tire on the side of the road is a skill every adventure rider should know. I road from Utah to Panama on my BMW and had no clue what to do if I got a flat tire. I didn't even have the tools to take the wheel off. Thankfully luck was on my side during that ride, and I didn't have any problems.
How to repair motorcycle wiring using oem style bullet connectors
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
How to repair motorcycle wiring using oem style bullet connectors Tube. Duration : 23.75 Mins.
This how to video will show you how install an oem style bullet connector used on motorcycle and atv wiring harnesses. I will use both a pro grade and and economy grade grimp tool during the video.
This how to video will show you how install an oem style bullet connector used on motorcycle and atv wiring harnesses. I will use both a pro grade and and economy grade grimp tool during the video.
Motorcycle Repair: Changing the Transmission Fluid on a 2008 Harley Davidson Road Glide
Sunday, August 19, 2012
Motorcycle Repair: Changing the Transmission Fluid on a 2008 Harley Davidson Road Glide Tube. Duration : 7.52 Mins.
**Always follow the instructions in your repair manual when doing repair or maintenance work on a motorcycle. Manuals can be found at the dealer and online.** This video shows how to change the transmission oil on a 2008 Harley Davidson Road Glide. The oil used is Harley Davidson 20W-50 Syn3 Synthetic Oil. Tools Used: - 3/8" Allen Wrench for the Oil Fill/Dipstick Fill Cap - 5/8" Socket for the Transmission Oil Drain Plug - Torque Wrench Specifications: - Transmission Oil Drain Plug should be tightened to 14-21 ft.-lbs - Oil Fill/Dipstick Fill Cap should be tightened to 25-75 in.-lbs - Transmission Oil capacity is 32 ounces
**Always follow the instructions in your repair manual when doing repair or maintenance work on a motorcycle. Manuals can be found at the dealer and online.** This video shows how to change the transmission oil on a 2008 Harley Davidson Road Glide. The oil used is Harley Davidson 20W-50 Syn3 Synthetic Oil. Tools Used: - 3/8" Allen Wrench for the Oil Fill/Dipstick Fill Cap - 5/8" Socket for the Transmission Oil Drain Plug - Torque Wrench Specifications: - Transmission Oil Drain Plug should be tightened to 14-21 ft.-lbs - Oil Fill/Dipstick Fill Cap should be tightened to 25-75 in.-lbs - Transmission Oil capacity is 32 ounces
How to clean motorcycle carbs 1/3
How to clean motorcycle carbs 1/3 Tube. Duration : 9.50 Mins.
Part one of a short tutorial on how to clean motorcycle carburetors. The information contained here should by no means be considered exhaustive, it is just a simple chronicle of the way that I clean my own carburetors. If anyone has any constructive suggestions on how I could do this procedure with a little more efficiency or accuracy, feel free to leave a comment and I will certainly include it.
Part one of a short tutorial on how to clean motorcycle carburetors. The information contained here should by no means be considered exhaustive, it is just a simple chronicle of the way that I clean my own carburetors. If anyone has any constructive suggestions on how I could do this procedure with a little more efficiency or accuracy, feel free to leave a comment and I will certainly include it.
Motorcycle Lair: How to Fix a Fork Seal Leak (Part 1 of 2)
Saturday, August 18, 2012
Motorcycle Lair: How to Fix a Fork Seal Leak (Part 1 of 2) Video Clips. Duration : 8.35 Mins.
A great how-to-fix-it from Lawrence Lahr that saves you money.
A great how-to-fix-it from Lawrence Lahr that saves you money.
Clymer Manuals 1983 BMW R80RT On The Lift Motorcycle Road Test R80 R100 RT RS ST Cafe Racer
Friday, August 17, 2012
Clymer Manuals 1983 BMW R80RT On The Lift Motorcycle Road Test R80 R100 RT RS ST Cafe Racer Video Clips. Duration : 6.80 Mins.
www.clymer.com 800-262-1954 http Welcome to On The Lift sponsored by Clymer Manuals Greatest motorcycles ever discovery Today we have a 1983 BMW R80RT R80 RT R 80 RT R 80RT on the lift. See also R100RT R100RS R90S . Following BMWs long held tradition; this is an evolution of the same boxer twin released in 1970 for the slash 5 ( /5 ) models. ======= Check out On The Lift 1970 BMW R75/5 ========= While featuring many changes over 20 plus years, this bike still bears the strong family traits of its predecessors. In 1979 BMW introduced the first production motorcycle with an integral non-optional touring fairing. Working with the RS design, which featured cutting edge, for the day, wind tunnel testing, BMW made the fairing larger and added a tall screen for the RT. Today this fairing seems, well commonplace, but back then no other manufacturer was close to releasing such a model. The Honda GL1100 Gold Wing ( Goldwing ) Aspencade wouldnt be available from Honda until 1982. Of course you could purchase a number of bolt of fairings ( Vetter ), but these hardly featured the design standards set by BMW. In 82 BMW offered the budget model version of the liter machine as the R80RT. ======== Suggested retail for an R80RT was 90. The R80RT was 00 less the 1000cc RT. This price did not include the optional hard bags. ======== ======== The R80RT was available in two colors: Metallic Pacific Blue with silver trim and Metallic Red with gold trim. ========== To compensate for the ...
www.clymer.com 800-262-1954 http Welcome to On The Lift sponsored by Clymer Manuals Greatest motorcycles ever discovery Today we have a 1983 BMW R80RT R80 RT R 80 RT R 80RT on the lift. See also R100RT R100RS R90S . Following BMWs long held tradition; this is an evolution of the same boxer twin released in 1970 for the slash 5 ( /5 ) models. ======= Check out On The Lift 1970 BMW R75/5 ========= While featuring many changes over 20 plus years, this bike still bears the strong family traits of its predecessors. In 1979 BMW introduced the first production motorcycle with an integral non-optional touring fairing. Working with the RS design, which featured cutting edge, for the day, wind tunnel testing, BMW made the fairing larger and added a tall screen for the RT. Today this fairing seems, well commonplace, but back then no other manufacturer was close to releasing such a model. The Honda GL1100 Gold Wing ( Goldwing ) Aspencade wouldnt be available from Honda until 1982. Of course you could purchase a number of bolt of fairings ( Vetter ), but these hardly featured the design standards set by BMW. In 82 BMW offered the budget model version of the liter machine as the R80RT. ======== Suggested retail for an R80RT was 90. The R80RT was 00 less the 1000cc RT. This price did not include the optional hard bags. ======== ======== The R80RT was available in two colors: Metallic Pacific Blue with silver trim and Metallic Red with gold trim. ========== To compensate for the ...
motorcycle plastics repair. KOKKINA FEGARIA TECH
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
motorcycle plastics repair. KOKKINA FEGARIA TECH Tube. Duration : 9.75 Mins.
An easy way to make your motorcycles black plastics new!
An easy way to make your motorcycles black plastics new!
Motorcycle Clutch Replacement//Inspection/Install 2003/2004 Suzuki Gsxr 1000
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Motorcycle Clutch Replacement//Inspection/Install 2003/2004 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 Video Clips. Duration : 28.83 Mins.
Just a basic remove, inspect and replace procedure for a 2004 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 Clutch Pack... No formal training just a monkey see monkey do clutch swap using clutch fibers and steels from Cycle Concepts. Watch my other vid "Brocks Cush Mod Install" for Cable adjustment procedure on this year/model bike....
Just a basic remove, inspect and replace procedure for a 2004 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 Clutch Pack... No formal training just a monkey see monkey do clutch swap using clutch fibers and steels from Cycle Concepts. Watch my other vid "Brocks Cush Mod Install" for Cable adjustment procedure on this year/model bike....
Motorcycle Front Wheel - Removal and Install
Monday, August 13, 2012
Motorcycle Front Wheel - Removal and Install Video Clips. Duration : 10.00 Mins.
Demonstration on how to remove and install the front wheel on a motorcycle.
Demonstration on how to remove and install the front wheel on a motorcycle.
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