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Posts by Francois Steyn

link to 5 Different Ways to Start a Motorcycle with a Dead Battery

5 Different Ways to Start a Motorcycle with a Dead Battery

There is nothing worse than the dreaded click when pressing the electric starter button on your motorcycle. It this happens out on a ride, far from home, even worse! So how do you start a motorcycle...

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link to My Motorcycle Only Runs on the Choke (Here’s Why and How to Fix it)

My Motorcycle Only Runs on the Choke (Here’s Why and How to Fix it)

If your motorcycle only runs when the choke is on, don't despair. Although there are various reasons why a motorcycle will only run on the choke, it is not that hard to diagnose and fix it...

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link to Honda Africa Twin vs Yamaha T7 vs KTM 890 Adventure R (Specs Comparison)

Honda Africa Twin vs Yamaha T7 vs KTM 890 Adventure R (Specs Comparison)

Most modern adventure bikes make very comfortable long-distance touring bikes, but they rarely see any dirt roads. There are a few adventure bike models, however, that do as well off-road as on the...

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Why do Motorcycles Rev so High?

Most motorcycles, even single cylinder bikers, rev higher than the average car. Sports bikes can rev even higher than Formula 1 race cars. Why do motorcycle engines rev so high and how do they do it...

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Adventure Bike Weight Comparison (How Heavy Are They?)

Most riders complain about the weight of their adventure bike, especially in the dirt. Manufacturers make a big deal when they save some weight on a new adventure bike model release. There is just no...

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Why Are Cruiser Motorcycles so Heavy?

If you've ever parked a Harley Davidson (or any cruiser bike for that matter) with its front wheel against the sidewalk, you'll know these bikes are not easy to move around with your legs. They are...

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