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General motorcycle frequently asked questions.
Now I both see this question online and get asked this question in person, Where to buy a Boom Vader motorcycle? Boom Vader motorcycles are rare, less common than the few 125cc bikes I see on the road. Everyone thinks about Honda Groms when getting a small motorcycle like mine. Most common question I get, … Read more
Simple answer: A chain’s master link clip should go on such that it stays secure in the chain’s direction of travel. The master link clip should have the opening facing rearward as the chain is moving forward. Are Master Link Clip Directional? Yes, chain master link clip are directional. Before I started working on my motorcycles(TaoTao … Read more
Yes. Motorcycle LED Headlight Conversion Bulbs Many headlight bulb manufacturers now offer a drop-in LED upgrade to car and motorcycle headlights. These bulbs are often the same dimensions as the stock headlight bulbs, making them easy to install like a regular bulbs. My Upgrade Motorcycle Headlight Bulb LED Experience. One of the first upgrades I … Read more
Being a Dual-Sport motorcycle, the TaoTao TBR7 is designed to have good ground clearance, resulting in it being a tall bike. So the seat height is listed at a tall 34 inches(~864mm). TaoTao TBR7 Seat Height Is Too Tall? At 34 inches, it can be tall to some. I have about a 30-inch inseam so … Read more
Being a Dual-Sport motorcycle, the Hawk 250 is designed to have good ground clearance, resulting in it being a tall bike. So the seat height is listed at a real tall 34.5 inches(~876mm). Hawk 250’s Seat Height Is Too Tall? At 34.5 inches, it can be tall to some. I have about a 30-inch inseam … Read more
Per the Hawk 250 manual, the Hawk 250’s oil capacity is 1.1L. Which 1.1 liters can be converted to 1.16 quarts. This capacity is the ‘total’ oil capacity from a dry motorcycle engine oil sump, and this capacity is not the amount needed for oil changes. When you get to the one litter amount for … Read more
When it comes to safe motorcycle riding, get use to the term ATGATT. When I first heard it, I was wondering What Is ATGATT? What Does ATGATT Meaning? ATGATT stands for, an abbreviation of “All The Gear, All The Time.” Meaning, motorcycle safety equipment you wear should be worn anytime you are riding your motorcycle. … Read more
I have experience with using a Manufacture’s Certificate Of Origin (MCO), now that I’ve bought two motorcycles(a TaoTao TBR7 dual-sport and a Grom-Clone Boom Vader motorcycle) direct from importers. I’ve had to deal with learning the differ3ences between a motorcycle title and a Manufacture’s Certificate Of Origins (MCO). Manufacture’s Certificate Of Origin (MCO) Always? The … Read more
What Is The Difference Between A Manufacture’s Certificate Of Origin (MCO) And A Title? – FAQ Now that I’ve bought two motorcycles(a TaoTao TBR7 dual-sport and a Grom-Clone Boom Vader motorcycle) direct from importers, I’ve had to deal with Manufacture’s Certificate Of Origins (MCO) and learned the difference between them and a motorcycle title. What … Read more
Everyone knows the Motorcycle Safety Foundation, but the Pennsylvania DMV dictates our motorcycle safety courses. Because Pennsylvania’s Motorcycle Safety Course it’s pre-paid with public dollars. You can read more about the program on the PennDot website: https://www.dmv.pa.gov/Driver-Services/Motorcyclists/PAMSP/ Under “locations,” you can find motorcycle safety course providers in your area. For me, I used Total Control. … Read more