They’ve invented seamless gearboxes and corner ABS yet they’ve failed to invent a motorcycle that maintains itself. From chains that need lubing to tyres that need checking and batteries that need charging, we’ve picked the best products to help you keep your bike in tip-top condition, no matter what your budget.
No-one wants a puncture – it can totally ruin your day. If you’re off touring abroad and you don’t have a puncture repair kit, not only will a puncture ruin your day but it can turn into a logistical nightmare too. If you’re stuck on the hard shoulder staring at your flat rear tyre, you …
It’s a biking rite of passage; you’re ready for your day out on the bike, you’ve got your kit on, said goodbye to your partner, wheeled the bike out of the garage and…. nothing. The bloody battery’s dead. BUGGER! The vast majority of us never think about our battery until the bike won’t start, by …
I don’t know about you, but I get a deep sense of satisfaction after I’ve given my bike a long-overdue clean. Restoring my pride and joy from a hanging mess to a pristine shiny bike is quite an addictive process. That’s my ZX-10R, pictured above. It’s got over 15,000 miles on the clock and I …
Whether you’re a racer, trackday enthusiast or a home mechanic, paddock stands are a useful bit of kit for motorcycles without a centre stand. They keep your bike upright and stable, making them easier to work on or keep neatly stored in the garage. Rear paddock stands come in two main types for motorcycles with …
There’s the old pub debate: do you really need expensive tools? Some would argue the best toolset is a cheap one and you just replace the bits that break. Others swear by a premium set. The truth? Well it’s quite easy. Do you want to round off all your nuts, slip and gouge your fairing …
Most professional motorcycle mechanics wouldn’t do without a motorcycle lift but they’re also a very handy bit of kit for the home mechanic. Commonly called a motorcycle workbench or motorbike bench, they enable you to roll your bike on, clamp the front wheel in place and then lift the bench to enable you to get …
Table of Contents Let’s be honest – lubing your motorcycle’s chain is one of those things you never do as often as you should. But did you know, you can get over three times the mileage from your chain (and to an extent your sprockets) if you regularly lube it up. If you are the …
All bikers are murderers. Flies, bugs and anything stupid enough to float four foot off the ground on a nice twisty road or race track are all fair game – and the majority of them seem to want to end it all by whacking you on the visor at 70mph. But it’s the bugs that …
If you own a motorcycle, the chances are you’re going to need to perform some maintenance from time to time and a multi-tool is a seriously handy weapon in any rider’s arsenal. Handy in the garage but even more useful when out on the bike, especially when you’re touring. The compact design packs in plenty …
If you want to do your bit for the environment, there is a growing range of motorcycle cleaning and maintenance products that are eco-friendly. By eco-friendly we mean products that are biodegradable or free from synthetic chemicals, made from natural or recycled materials or, in the case of the pressure washer, they don’t use electricity. …
If your bike has a lithium battery or you’re thinking of switching power supplies, you’ll need a lithium battery charger. You may have heard stories of lithium batteries overheating and catching fire, which is mainly due to the wrong power supply. Lithium batteries require a specific voltage and limited current to avoid overcharging, which is …
You might find yourself with a lot of time on your hands over the coming weeks, so I’ve put together this Bikers’ Survival Kit in one handy document. I’ll update it regularly, so if you have any suggestions add them to the comments below. TV & Films MotoGP If you have BT Sport you …
Hands up who checks their motorcycle tyre pressure before every ride? No? Well, you’re in the majority! Ok, if I’m honest, I don’t either, but it’s a good idea to get into the habit of checking them at least once every 2 weeks. It takes a minute to take a reading and it could save …
Somewhere near the top of the list of chores we all hate doing is this one: cleaning your motorcycle’s chain. Yes, we know it’s important, we know it makes the chain last longer and yes, we don’t want our knackered old O-ring making a bid for freedom on the outside lane of the M42 on …
What is it? ACF stands for Anti Corrosion Formula. ACF-50 was originally developed for the aviation industry to protect aircraft parts from corrosion. ACF-50 has been approved to MIL-SPEC 81309 standard for ferrous and non-ferrous application, including electrical systems and electronic components. It is used by armed forces around the world to prevent corrosion in …
For any biker, having a gleaming bike is a sense of pride but, life often gets in the way, and you can’t be bothered to clean it as meticulously as you’d like. Professional valets can do the job for you, but it’s not something most of us can afford to do; especially if you’re a …
If you’re lucky enough to have a garage, the chances are it looks like the picture above. Perhaps not stuffed with quite so many Ducatis but bursting with crap nonetheless. This is not the dream motorcycle garage that you wanted. The man cave, the workshop, the den. This is a bloody mess. Turn your garage …
Vespa Battery Replacement Chart Model From To Standard Battery Lightweight Lithium Vespa 946 125 3V ABS ASR 2013 2015 YT12B-BS YT12B-BS Lithium Vespa 946 125 3V Emporio Armani ABS 2016 2016 YT12B-BS YT12B-BS Lithium Vespa 946 125 3V RED ABS 2020 2020 YT12B-BS YT12B-BS Lithium Vespa 946 125 3V RED ABS ASR 2017 2019 YT12B-BS …
Hands up who likes cleaning their motorcycle? Not many takers, I bet. I actually really enjoy the process of taking a well-used bike and returning it to its former glory. Working with a keyboard all week, it’s nice to actually do something a bit physical and see the real-world fruits of my efforts. We’ve published …
Table of Contents Keeping your tyres at the correct pressure is essential to keep your motorcycle handling properly and ensuring that the tyres provide maximum grip and braking performance. It will also reduce wear and lower fuel consumption, saving you money in the long run. Different tyre inflation options If you’ve already checked out our …
We should all lube our chains more than we do. Except, of course, those of us who are smart enough to fit a chain oiler. A properly oiled chain will last around 50% longer than one that doesn’t get the attention it needs. A dry chain will prematurely wear and knacker your sprockets, too. If …
Whether you’re running a classic motorcycle or a modern chainsaw; if it has a two-stroke engine you’ll want to use the best quality 2t oil, to ensure the engine runs well and doesn’t seize. That’s my RD250 above and I run it on the best quality two-stroke oil because I don’t want to be riding …
If your motorcycle battery is dead then you have come to the right place! This motorcycle battery finder will help you select the right battery for your motorcycle. Whether you’re going for a cheap lead-acid battery, a better quality one, like a VRLA or AGM or whether you want to step into the future and …
Motorcycle engine oil. We all know what it does but the numbers and letters on a bottle can be confusing. How do you know you’re buying the right oil and what’s the best engine oil for your motorcycle? Find out with our simple guide. Table of Contents Manufacturer Motorcycle Oil Chart Aprilia Engine Oil Chart …
In this spark plug guide, we cover everything from part number charts to showing you which spark plug you need for your particular model, whether that be a standard plug or a high-performance spark plug. We also show you when you need to change your plug, we have a colour chart to show you how …
We’ve created this motorcycle oil filter lookup guide, to help you quickly find the right oil filter for your bike. We’ve listed the make and model of bike, its engine capacity and production years, so that you can be double-sure you’re ordering the right filter. We’ve then listed the part number for two of the …
Basic Maintenance For Your Motorcycle Not all motorcyclists are complete petrol heads, and some may even have trouble identifying one end of the bike from the other. Whatever you level of expertise when it comes to your beloved bike, there are still some basic bits of maintenance that anyone can get a handle on, that …
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Table of Contents What does 10w40 mean? 10w40 engine oil is a 4-stroke engine oil designed to lubricate the moving parts. You can buy it for generic applications (cars, motorcycles and other engines) and also motorcycle-specific oil. The numbers and letters refer to the oil’s viscosity. That is to say it’s thickness. 10w40 is just …
Intro We’ve created this motorcycle oil filter lookup guide, to help you quickly find the right oil filter for your bike. We’ve listed the make and model of bike, its engine capacity and production years, so that you can be double-sure you’re ordering the right filter. We’ve then listed the part number for two of …
Intro We’ve created this motorcycle oil filter lookup guide, to help you quickly find the right oil filter for your bike. We’ve listed the make and model of bike, its engine capacity and production years, so that you can be double-sure you’re ordering the right filter. We’ve then listed the part number for two of …
Intro We’ve created this motorcycle oil filter lookup guide, to help you quickly find the right oil filter for your bike. We’ve listed the make and model of bike, its engine capacity and production years, so that you can be double-sure you’re ordering the right filter. We’ve then listed the part number for two of …
Intro We’ve created this motorcycle oil filter lookup guide, to help you quickly find the right oil filter for your bike. We’ve listed the make and model of bike, its engine capacity and production years, so that you can be double-sure you’re ordering the right filter. We’ve then listed the part number for two of …
Intro We’ve created this motorcycle oil filter lookup guide, to help you quickly find the right oil filter for your bike. We’ve listed the make and model of bike, its engine capacity and production years, so that you can be double-sure you’re ordering the right filter. We’ve then listed the part number for two of …
Intro We’ve created this motorcycle oil filter lookup guide, to help you quickly find the right oil filter for your bike. We’ve listed the make and model of bike, its engine capacity and production years, so that you can be double-sure you’re ordering the right filter. We’ve then listed the part number for two of …
Intro We’ve created this motorcycle oil filter lookup guide, to help you quickly find the right oil filter for your bike. We’ve listed the make and model of bike, its engine capacity and production years, so that you can be double-sure you’re ordering the right filter. We’ve then listed the part number for two of …
Intro We’ve created this motorcycle oil filter lookup guide, to help you quickly find the right oil filter for your bike. We’ve listed the make and model of bike, its engine capacity and production years, so that you can be double-sure you’re ordering the right filter. We’ve then listed the part number for two of …
Intro We’ve created this motorcycle oil filter lookup guide, to help you quickly find the right oil filter for your bike. We’ve listed the make and model of bike, its engine capacity and production years, so that you can be double-sure you’re ordering the right filter. We’ve then listed the part number for two of …
Intro We’ve created this motorcycle oil filter lookup guide, to help you quickly find the right oil filter for your bike. We’ve listed the make and model of bike, its engine capacity and production years, so that you can be double-sure you’re ordering the right filter. We’ve then listed the part number for two of …
If you’re servicing your Aprilia, now’s the chance to upgrade your spark plugs to longer-lasting Iridium ones that will save you money in the long run. But if you just want to stick with standard copper plugs, that’s fine too. Our chart below lists the fitments for almost all of the Aprilias produced in the …
Intro We’ve created this motorcycle oil filter lookup guide, to help you quickly find the right oil filter for your bike. We’ve listed the make and model of bike, its engine capacity and production years, so that you can be double-sure you’re ordering the right filter. We’ve then listed the part number for two of …
Intro We’ve created this Kymco oil filter lookup guide, to help you quickly find the right oil filter for your bike. We’ve listed the make and model of bike, its engine capacity and production years, so that you can be double-sure you’re ordering the right filter. We’ve then listed the part number for two of …
Today Kymco is credited with being Taiwan’s largest scooter maker, and the world’s fifth biggest. All Kymco scooters have powerful engines and advanced features, including the 125 Stryker, the Agility, the Dink, the Maxxer, the People, the Venox 250 and the Xciting – all launched since 2004. The Venox 250 cruiser is one of the …
Intro We’ve created this MV Agusta oil filter lookup guide, to help you quickly find the right oil filter for your MV. We’ve listed the make and model of bike, its engine capacity and production years, so that you can be double-sure you’re ordering the right filter. We’ve then listed the part number for two …
If your Sym battery is dead then you have come to the right place! This Sym battery finder will help you select the right battery for your moped. Whether you’re going for a cheap lead-acid battery, a better quality one, like a VRLA or AGM or whether you want to step into the future and …
If you’re servicing you Sym motorcycle, moped or scooter, then you’ll need to change the spark plug as well as the engine oil and filter. Our handy guide lists the common Sym models with the standard plug and an Iridium upgrade version. Table of Contents Sym Spark Plug Fitment Chart Manufacturer Model Standard Plug Iridium …
Intro Table of Contents BMW Spark Plug Fitment Chart Manufacturer Model Standard Plug Iridium Plug Electrode Gap BMW C 400 GT NGK LMAR8J-9E BMW C 400 X NGK LMAR8J-9E BMW C 600 SPORT NGK LMAR8D-J BMW C 650 GT NGK LMAR8D-J 0.7-0.9 MM BMW C 650 GT …
Intro We’ve created this motorcycle oil filter lookup guide, to help you quickly find the right oil filter for your bike. We’ve listed the make and model of bike, its engine capacity and production years, so that you can be double-sure you’re ordering the right filter. We’ve then listed the part number for two of …
Intro We’ve created this motorcycle oil filter lookup guide, to help you quickly find the right oil filter for your bike. We’ve listed the make and model of bike, its engine capacity and production years, so that you can be double-sure you’re ordering the right filter. We’ve then listed the part number for two of …
We’ve scoured the internet to collate all the spark plug fitments for almost all Ducati motorcycles produced in the last two decades. Fill your boots! Table of Contents Ducati Spark Plug Fitment Chart Manufacturer Model Standard Plug Iridium Plug Electrode Gap DUCATI 848 NGK MAR10A-J 0.8 MM DUCATI 998 NGK R2349-10 DUCATI …
Intro Table of Contents Harley Davidson Spark Plug Fitment Chart Manufacturer Model Standard Plug Iridium Plug Electrode Gap HARLEY-DAVIDSON BREAKOUT NGK DCPR7E NGK DCPR7EIX HARLEY-DAVIDSON BREAKOUT (EURO 4) NGK DCPR7E NGK DCPR7EIX HARLEY-DAVIDSON BREAKOUT PRO STREET HARLEY-DAVIDSON CVO ROAD GLIDE CUSTOM HARLEY-DAVIDSON CVO SOFTAIL CONVERTIBLE NGK DCPR8E …
Intro Table of Contents Honda Spark Plug Fitment Chart Manufacturer Model Standard Plug Iridium Plug Electrode Gap HONDA @ 125 (NES 125) NGK CR8EH-9 0.8-0.9 MM HONDA ANF 125 INNOVA NGK CPR6EA-9 0.9 MM HONDA CA 125 REBEL NGK CR6HSA NGK CR6HIX 0.7 MM HONDA CB 1000 F NGK DPR9EA-9 NGK DPR9EIX-9 0.9 …
Intro Table of Contents Husqvarna Spark Plug Fitment Chart Manufacturer Model Standard Plug Iridium Plug Electrode Gap HUSQVARNA 701 ENDURO LKAR8BI-9 (Inner) LMAR7A-9 (Outer) 0.9 MM HUSQVARNA 701 ENDURO (EURO 4) Outer LMAR7DI-10 Inner LKAR9BI-10 1.0 MM HUSQVARNA 701 SUPERMOTO LKAR8BI-9 (Inner) LMAR7A-9 (Outer) 0.9 MM HUSQVARNA 701 SUPERMOTO (EURO 4) Outer LMAR7DI-10 Inner LKAR9BI-10 …
If you need to change your Kawasaki’s spark plugs but you’re not sure of the size or if you want to upgrade your plugs to an iridium version for a longer-lasting plug, this is the guide for you. We’ve listed every Kwacker model we can find. If you know if any others, add a comment …
Intro Table of Contents KTM Spark Plug Fitment Chart Manufacturer Model Standard Plug Iridium Plug Electrode Gap KTM 1050 ADVENTURE Outer LMAR7DI-10 Inner LKAR9BI-10 1.0 MM KTM 1090 ADVENTURE (EURO 4) Inner LKAR9BI-10 Outer LMAR7DI-10 1.0 MM KTM 1090 ADVENTURE R (EURO 4) Inner LKAR9BI-10 Outer LMAR7DI-10 1.0 MM KTM 1190 ADVENTURE NGK Inner …
Intro Table of Contents Piaggio Spark Plug Fitment Chart Manufacturer Model Standard Plug Iridium Plug Electrode Gap PIAGGIO BEVERLY 125 IE NGK CR8EKB NGK CR8EIX PIAGGIO BEVERLY 125 / GT NGK CR8EB NGK CR8EIX 0.7-0.8 MM PIAGGIO BEVERLY 200 GT NGK CR8EB NGK CR8EIX 0.6 MM PIAGGIO BEVERLY 250 GT NGK PMR8B …
Intro Table of Contents Suzuki Spark Plug Fitment Chart Manufacturer Model Standard Plug Iridium Plug Electrode Gap SUZUKI ADDRESS 110 NGK CPR7EA-9 NGK CPR7EAIX-9 0.8-0.9 MM SUZUKI ADDRESS UK 110 NE NGK CPR7EA-9 NGK CPR7EAIX-9 0.8-0.9 MM SUZUKI AH 100 ADDRESS NGK BPR7HS NGK BPR7HIX 0.7 MM SUZUKI AH 50 ADDRESS NGK BPR6HS NGK BPR6HIX …
Welcome to our Triumph spark plug finder. We’ve listed the standard plug replacement and the iridium upgrade. Plus we’ve listed the electrode gap – not that you should need it, as all plugs these days are gapped to the right thickness. However, if you want to check yours, you now have the right gap to …
Intro Table of Contents Yamaha Spark Plug Fitment Chart Manufacturer Model Standard Plug Iridium Plug Electrode Gap YAMAHA AEROX 100 (YQ100) NGK BR8HS NGK BR8HIX 0.6 MM YAMAHA AEROX R NGK BR8HS NGK BR8HIX 0.6 MM YAMAHA AEROX R NGK BR8HS NGK BR8HIX 0.6 MM YAMAHA AEROX R POWER NGK BR8HS NGK BR8HIX 0.6 MM …
If your motorcycle battery is dead then you have come to the right place! This motorcycle battery finder will help you select the right battery for your motorcycle. Whether you’re going for a cheap lead-acid battery, a better quality one, like a VRLA or AGM or whether you want to step into the future and …
If your motorcycle battery is dead then you have come to the right place! This motorcycle battery finder will help you select the right battery for your motorcycle. Whether you’re going for a cheap lead-acid battery, a better quality one, like a VRLA or AGM or whether you want to step into the future and …
If your motorcycle battery is dead then you have come to the right place! This motorcycle battery finder will help you select the right battery for your motorcycle. Whether you’re going for a cheap lead-acid battery, a better quality one, like a VRLA or AGM or whether you want to step into the future and …
If your motorcycle battery is dead then you have come to the right place! This motorcycle battery finder will help you select the right battery for your motorcycle. Whether you’re going for a cheap lead-acid battery, a better quality one, like a VRLA or AGM or whether you want to step into the future and …
The Moto Guzzi Limited Company, with its headquarters in Mandello del Lario, was legally founded in Genoa on 15th March 1921. The founders were Emanuele Vittorio Parodi, shipowner, his son and Giorgio, military aviation pilot, and Carlo Guzzi, mechanic. At first, Emanuele Parodi was not so enamoured with the plan of Guzzi and Giorgio, but …
If your motorcycle battery is dead then you have come to the right place! This motorcycle battery finder will help you select the right battery for your motorcycle. Whether you’re going for a cheap lead-acid battery, a better quality one, like a VRLA or AGM or whether you want to step into the future and …
If your motorcycle battery is dead then you have come to the right place! This motorcycle battery finder will help you select the right battery for your motorcycle. Whether you’re going for a cheap lead-acid battery, a better quality one, like a VRLA or AGM or whether you want to step into the future and …
If your motorcycle battery is dead then you have come to the right place! This motorcycle battery finder will help you select the right battery for your motorcycle. Whether you’re going for a cheap lead-acid battery, a better quality one, like a VRLA or AGM or whether you want to step into the future and …
If your Harley’s battery is dead then you have come to the right place! This motorcycle battery finder will help you select the right battery for your Harley. Whether you’re going for a standard lead-acid battery, like a VRLA or AGM or whether you want to step into the future and buy a lightweight Lithium …
If your motorcycle battery is dead then you have come to the right place! This motorcycle battery finder will help you select the right battery for your motorcycle. Whether you’re going for a cheap lead-acid battery, a better quality one, like a VRLA or AGM or whether you want to step into the future and …
If your motorcycle battery is dead then you have come to the right place! This motorcycle battery finder will help you select the right battery for your motorcycle. Whether you’re going for a cheap lead-acid battery, a better quality one, like a VRLA or AGM or whether you want to step into the future and …
If your motorcycle battery is dead then you have come to the right place! This motorcycle battery finder will help you select the right battery for your motorcycle. Whether you’re going for a cheap lead-acid battery, a better quality one, like a VRLA or AGM or whether you want to step into the future and …
There aren’t many bikers who like winter. Either you have to ride through it because your bike is your main form of transport or you just don’t want to expose your pride and joy to road crud and therefore you miss out on your biking fix over the winter months. If you’re riding through winter, …
Cleaning your bike doesn’t have to be difficult; with the right brushes, you can have caked on grease, dirt or suicidal bugs removed in no time. So, what are the best brushes for cleaning motorcycles? You want something that isn’t too abrasive so it doesn’t damage your bodywork or chrome detailing and the handle and …
If your motorbike doesn’t have a centre stand, then a motorcycle wheel roller is a handy bit of kit that’ll make your life that bit easier. If you’re cleaning your bike or lubing your chain, you’ll find it becomes a bit of a chore having to roll your motorcycle backwards and forwards while trying to …
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