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Motorcycle Tire Measurements: Know What Your Tires Say
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Motorcycle Tire Measurements: Know What Your Tires Say

It goes without saying, choosing the right motorcycle tires is a must when you want to ride safely. That means you need to know the exact type of tire your motorcycle needs. But all those letters and numbers on the tire sidewalls, things can get confusing for rookies. Well, if you’re feeling as lost as…

Hole in My Tire: Can You Plug Or Patch A Motorcycle Tire?
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Hole in My Tire: Can You Plug Or Patch A Motorcycle Tire?

When you have ridden enough miles on your motorcycle, there’s one thing you know for sure. A flat tire is as inevitable as a hangover after a New Year’s eve. (And how the devil do punctures always happen with such perfect timing?) So you have a nail sticking into the tire. Can you fix a flat…

Motorcycle Tire Balancing Beads—Adieu Mr. Wobble (Or Not)

Motorcycle Tire Balancing Beads—Adieu Mr. Wobble (Or Not)

Take any discussion on the topic of balancing tires. Nine times out of ten, it will lead to the subject of using balance beads for motorcycle tires. Unless you just came back from being marooned on a remote island, you must have heard about balancing beads. Suffice to say, it’s a hot topic of discussion….

How To Remove Paint From Tires: 4 Easy Ways + A Bonus Tip
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How To Remove Paint From Tires: 4 Easy Ways + A Bonus Tip

So you have spray-painted your motorcycle. Great! But now you have a few paint splashes on your tires that you have to remove. Here’s another worst-case scenario. (It happened to a friend of mine) Some unsympathetic schmuck left a puddle of paint on the street and you just ran over it. Now’s a good time…

Do You Need to Balance Motorcycle Tires – Telltale Signs (+ What’s at Stake)
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Do You Need to Balance Motorcycle Tires – Telltale Signs (+ What’s at Stake)

Ever had that unusual feeling that something is vibrating and out of balance when you’re riding? (No, I am not talking about indigestion.) If so, chances are, your motorcycle wheels are out of balance. Fact: Riding a motorcycle is all about balance. And if you’re riding on wobbly wheels, you are seriously compromising the bike’s…

Dunlop vs Michelin Motorcycle Tires—Battle of “Big Daddies”

Dunlop vs Michelin Motorcycle Tires—Battle of “Big Daddies”

When you’re looking to burn the best quality rubber, there are many factors to consider. These include traction, comfort, and mileage.  Both Dunlop and Michelin are the two top names that offer excellent performance and have plenty of loyal followers, but which one is the best? Tough question. (Think of choosing between Batman and Superman.)…

Cruiser Motorcycle with ABS: All You Need to Know (+ Why Are They Rarer than Gold?)

Cruiser Motorcycle with ABS: All You Need to Know (+ Why Are They Rarer than Gold?)

Have you ever looked for a cruiser motorcycle with ABS only to find out it’s rarer than gold?  There’s a good reason for that. All other ADV, dual-sport and even heavy touring bikes have ABS built-in. Not as a premium option for salespeople to bug you with, but actually built-in! The thing is, even if…

A 9-Step Guide to Zip Tie Motorcycle Tire Change: Time to Zip It Up!
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A 9-Step Guide to Zip Tie Motorcycle Tire Change: Time to Zip It Up!

To be honest, swapping out motorcycle tires isn’t an easy task for newbies.  No matter how easy it seems when veterans do it in YouTube videos, it involves a lot of sweat and can even draw some accidental blood. (If you manage to damage the shiny rotor in your new bike, tears may come too.)…

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