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On this first episode of Throttle Out Garage, we’re at Ari Henning’s personal workshop where he goes over the differences between OEM-style rubber brake lines and aftermarket braided-steel brake lines, explaining how their construction and features can affect your ride.
Carburetors can be frustrating, but their operation is pretty simple and their number one requirement is that the jets are clean. On this episode of Throttle Out Garage, Ari Henning pinpoints the top culprit in hard-starting issues and shows how best to address it.
No, the shop didn’t install your front tire backward and the manufacturer didn’t mold it wrong. Your front-tire tread runs opposite the rear for a number of important reasons. Learn what they are on this episode of Throttle Out Garage.
Most folks are mystified by their motorcycle’s charging system, but it’s not really that complicated. Basically, you’ve got your alternator, the reg-rec, and battery. Ari Henning explains these parts and what they do on this episode of Throttle Out Garage.
What’s the difference between grades of gas, and what is octane all about anyway? And if your bike is meant to run on regular, will it make more power or run better on high-octane gas? Watch this episode of Throttle Out Garage to find out.
Everyone knows that new bikes need a “break-in” service at 600 miles, but how important is it, and can you do it yourself? Ari Henning answers those questions and more in this video from the Throttle Out Garage.
Not all chains are created equal! On this episode from the Throttle Out Garage, Ari Henning explains how a standard chain compares to a sealed chain as well as the difference between O-ring and X-ring chains.
When it comes time to tune your fuel-injected motorcycle, you’ve got two options: You can get your ECU reflashed, or you can install a piggyback fuel controller. What’s the difference and which one is better? We talk you through it in this video from the Throttle Out Garage.
Is your steering heavy or notchy? Your steering head bearings may be shot. If so, it’s time to replace them, but not with OEM parts. On this episode of Throttle Out Garage, Ari Henning reveals the shortcomings of your bike’s stock bearings and points you toward a better alternative.
Flats happen! But what to do with a flat tire—plug it or replace it—is a tricky question. On this episode of Throttle Out Garage, Ari Henning discusses when it’s OK to plug a flat and the things you should look for or consider before hitting the road on a repaired tubeless tire.
When we shoehorned a Banshee quad engine into the chassis of a YZF-R3 sportbike to create the “R-Shee” for Episode 3, we didn’t have time to say much about the build process. On this episode of Throttle Out Garage, Ari Henning explains exactly how this awesome track tool was put together.
There’s a dilapidated Zuma Scooter parked in Ari Henning’s yard and it’s been there for over a year. It’s time to do something about it, so Ari has given himself an ultimatum: get the bike up and running on this Throttle Out Garage or send it to the scrapyard. With only a day to do the work, will he be able to get it on the road?
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.
