Welcome to the new year guys! As we are still in the winter months, I’d like to continue with my post regarding proper hibernation of your bike. I’m going to jump to my Husky section for this article, because that’s what I’m riding nowadays. So, without further adieu!

Exhausts
Collector boxes on standard exhaust systems are usually made from the world’s most corrosive metal. They’re also difficult to repair and expensive to replace. After cleaning the bike (see cleaning), make sure the top of the collector box (usually directly under the engine) is completely dry and coat it with WD-40. This is worth removing the fairing for. Trust me.

Forks
After cleaning the bike, make sure that there is no moisture sitting around the fork stanchions, especially behind the mudguard where it can’t usually be seen. Water can corrode the chrome, causing pitting that can potentially rupture the fork seals.
(more…)

Hey guys! Planning on hibernating your bike this winter? I know I am tucking my R1 away! Storing a bike properly takes a lot of preparation. Read on for my top tips on how to do it right.

Storage
Ideally, the bike should be kept indoors when it is not in use. Using a bike cover can provide additional help to prevent accidental damage, make it harder for small creatures to nest, and also stops people from seeing your bike. For complete cryogenic status, companies offer bike chambers for a few hundred dollars that have filter systems to keep away moisture and dust. But that’s a bit overboard in my opinion.

Cleaning
After the last ride before storage, give the bike a really thorough cleaning, paying special attention to metal parts and linkages. Actually, you should do this after every ride anyways. Not many garages are moisture free, so manually dry the bike and coat metal parts (but not the brakes) with an anti-corrosion formula (like WD-40). Remember to grease any parts (linkages, cables, etc.) that might have been stripped of their lubricants.
(more…)

Happy holidays everyone. Welcome to another segment of Goody and my mindless drivel on the 2008 Triumph Street Triple. We try to give you our thoughts about the bike after riding it this past year.

Stay tuned for more on the sit down segments. Don’t know if you guys enjoy these. Let us know! As I said before, it’s rainy season here in the city so we rarely get to take out our bikes. See you soon for more reviews! Oh yeah, see you guys tomorrow at the motorcycle show in San Mateo!

If you like this post then please consider subscribing to our full feed RSS or receive new posts by Email.

What’s up guys. Join me with my sit down with the legendary Goody regarding the Ducati 848. The video includes some of our mindless drivel, some funny moments, and more!

Stay tuned for more on the sit down segments. It’s rainy season here in the city so we rarely get to take out our bikes. See you soon for more reviews!

If you like this post then please consider subscribing to our full feed RSS or receive new posts by Email.

What’s up guys? So, today I am going to continue my lesson on how to ride faster. Check it out.

Please leave me a comment if you want me to further explain anything. Thanks. Peace!

If you like this post then please consider subscribing to our full feed RSS or receive new posts by Email.