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No matter how diligently you maintain your bike’s chain and sprockets, eventually they are going to wear out. It’s a subtle process though, so how can you tell when it’s time to replace your drivetrain? Ari Henning covers all that and more on this episode from the Throttle Out Garage.
Suspension is a mystifying topic for a lot of people, and part of that stems from the fact that there’s so much jargon. In this video from the Throttle Out Garage, we walk you through some basic suspension lingo, including spring rate, preload, sag, damping, and more. We define these terms and a whole lot more.
Antilock brakes are a very handy safety feature, but what if your bike didn’t come with the tech? Is it possible to install an antilock braking system (ABS) on a bike that wasn’t equipped with it from the factory? Ari Henning explains your options in this video from the Throttle Out Garage.
Air filters are critical for engine health, and when it comes time to replace your bike’s original air-filter element, you’ll be faced with three choices: OEM, oiled cotton gauze, or oiled foam. On this episode of Throttle Out Garage, Ari Henning explains the pros and cons of the different filter choices, plus discusses whether or not a “high flow” air filter will make your bike faster.
Want to share the joy of motorcycling? Take someone for a cruise! You’ve essentially got an amusement park ride at your disposal, but there are some things to keep in mind before you hit the road. On this episode of Throttle Out Garage, Ari Henning offers up advice for preparing your bike and your psyche for a two-up pleasure cruise.
Doing your own maintenance is a great way to get familiar with your bike and save money, and there’s one piece of equipment that’ll make all those DIY procedures a lot easier: a rear stand. On this episode of Throttle Out Garage, Ari Henning explains how a rear stand can help you maintain your bike, how to select the right stand for you, and how to properly use it.
Slowing down is probably the most important thing your motorcycle has to do. If you’re not happy with how your bike’s brakes work, there are some simple solutions. On this episode of Throttle Out Garage, Ari Henning outlines the quickest and easiest ways to improve your bike’s brakes.
Adding fuel stabilizer to your gas tank and plugging your battery into a charger are a must for winter storage, but what about changing the oil? Does your engine need fresh oil before winter storage, or after, and why does it matter? Ari Henning provides an answer and an explanation in this episode of Throttle Out Garage.
If your clutch isn’t adjusted properly or working right, it can make riding your bike unpleasant or downright difficult. So on this episode of Throttle Out Garage, Ari Henning goes through the clutch from the lever to the friction plates on his personal bike, exploring common problems and explaining their fixes.
Got a bike that doesn’t make as much power as it used to, smokes out of the exhaust, or maybe won’t start anymore? A compression test is going to help you pinpoint the problem. This test is quick and easy and gives you a report card on the health of your engine’s piston rings and valves. Ari Henning shows you how to do it on this episode of Throttle Out Garage.
Plenty of people let their bikes idle for several minutes before they click it into gear. Is warming up your bike an important step, or is just an unnecessary waste of time? Ari Henning explains the ins and outs of warming up your engine on this episode of Throttle Out Garage.
