Archive for the 'Bikes + Bits' Category

A Primer on the Advancements in Electric Bike Technology

Friday, February 12th, 2010

Nowadays the real cost of buying an e-bike have come right down in price, so you can find yourself saving a considerable amount of money on bus fares, fuel, gym memberships etc. by purchasing and on a regular basis using an electric bike.

Suss out the Mysteries of Hayling Island

Sunday, October 25th, 2009

You have to love the wonderful smells and sights of Hayling Island and here are some fashions in which you might enjoy them too. Put on your cycling shoes or your walking boots.
Enjoy a variety of walks with the Hayling Island group taking in the lovely sea views.
This group offers a short walk with a […]

Motorcycle Belt Tension Inspection, Belt and Wheel Alignment

Thursday, May 21st, 2009

I strongly believe that knowledge is power. Especially when it comes to motorcycle maintenance. Why go to the stress and expense of having your local motorcycle shop perform your maintenance and upgrades when you can learn to do it yourself. And you know that if you do your own maintenance, that you will give the […]

A Buyers Guide to Motor Scooters!

Friday, October 12th, 2007

Before the 1920s it was an easy decision, a foot-powered push scooter or none at all. But once Gino Tsai from Shanghai, Taiwan developed the Razor scooter it changed everything. His motor scooters became popular so quickly there were people waiting in line for six months before they could get one.
In the 1950s companies like […]

It’s One Thing for People to Buy Your Product or Service, but It’s Another for Them to Tattoo Your

Tuesday, August 28th, 2007

William Harley and Arthur Davidson, both in their early twenties, built their first motorcycle in 1903. During their first year, the company’s entire output was only 1 motorbike; however, by 1910, the company had sold 3,200. Movies such as Easy Rider made Harleys a cultural icon and soon the company attracted people who loved its […]

Custom Chopper Kits

Thursday, August 16th, 2007

Choosing the parts that your custom chopper will be made of can be very confusing, considering the large numbers of custom chopper bike kits available on the market today. Chopper innovators like Biker’s Choice, Phantom Cycle, Paul Yaffe and many more sell chopper-in-a-box kits available for chopper enthusiasts. Thanks to these kits, custom choppers have […]

The Concept of the EFI on the Victory Freedom Engine

Tuesday, August 14th, 2007

When I bought my Victory Kingpin motorcycle I knew it had fuel injection instead of an air/fuel carburetor. Then I saw the EFI emblem on the side covers. Ok. what exactly is that? So I looked it up. EFI stands for Electronic Fuel Injection. Much like you get with most cars. But is that really […]

Grease for Peace (and quiet)

Thursday, August 2nd, 2007

Is your motorcycle’s chain squeaking or dry? Before you undertake any type of a small maintenance job, it is best to consult the owner’s manual specific to your type of bike. Most manuals will make recommendations on chain oiling, but when there are none available please consider the following. The amount of […]

Welcome To The World Of “Upside Down” Motorcycle Loans!

Tuesday, July 3rd, 2007

With the depreciation on motorcycles being so enormous after they are driven off the showroom floor, the potential for a buyer owing more on their motorcycle loan than the bike is worth it quite high. Owing more on your bike than it is worth is often referred to as the world of “up side […]

Road Bikes World Races: The Tour de France

Tuesday, June 26th, 2007

The Tour de France is the BIG one; it’s the World cup and the Olympics all in one. It has it all, the high mountains, the wind swept northern planes and the heat of the south. It also has the world’s media, all the top teams and riders and millions of cycling mad fans watching. […]