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Posts by Francois Steyn

link to Is the Yamaha YZ 125 a Good Beginner Motorcycle?

Is the Yamaha YZ 125 a Good Beginner Motorcycle?

The Yamaha YZ 125 is not a good motorcycle for complete beginners as it is very tall and the power delivery is abrupt. The Yamaha YZ 125 is, however, a good bike to learn proper riding technique, as...

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Is the Yamaha TW200 a Good Beginner Motorcycle?

The Yamaha TW200 is the perfect beginner motorcycle. The TW200's small engine, low seat height and light weight means it is not intimidating for a new rider starting to learn balance or clutch and...

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link to How to Safely Ride a Motorcycle in the Rain? (Advice and Tips)

How to Safely Ride a Motorcycle in the Rain? (Advice and Tips)

Riding a motorcycle in the rain is often not planned. The worst conditions I've ever ridden a motorcycle in almost always developed while I was already on the bike. Sometimes, however, you need to...

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Why Does My Motorcycle Die When I Stop? (and how to fixed it)

There are few things more frustrating than a motorcycle that stalls each time you come to a stop, especially in rush hour traffic seconds before the light turns green. Ask me how I know! :) A...

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link to Slide Carb vs CV Carb: What’s the Difference?

Slide Carb vs CV Carb: What’s the Difference?

A constant velocity (CV) carburetor uses vacuum to lift the jet needle to suck fuel through the main jet. On a slide carburetor the throttle cable is directly attached to a slide valve that lifts the...

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link to Why Does My Motorcycle Keep Blowing Fuses?

Why Does My Motorcycle Keep Blowing Fuses?

A fuse that keeps blowing is probably one of the most annoying issues a motorcyclist (or motorist) can face, especially when the problem is intermittent. A motorcycle will repeatedly blow a fuse...

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I've been riding motorcycles since I was in school and have traveled thousands of miles on various bikes through more than 10 countries. For more info, check out my about page: https://www.adventurebiketroop.com/about-us/

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