You ask we answer. Here's the latest in our "Ask a Mechanic" series. Q: What kind of gas should I use in my dirt bike? I just grab the cheap 87 octane from the pump on my way to the track. That good enough? A: Great question and one we get a...
Continue readingYou ask we answer. Here's the latest in our "Ask a Mechanic" series. Q: Any tips on a quick fix for damaged dirt bike grips? I tried stretching the life out of a pair during a recent race only to have them start to unravel during practice and I...
Continue readingYou ask we answer. Here's the latest in our "Ask a Mechanic" series. Q: Ken Roczen used a stiffer suspension at A1 when the race called for a softer suspension. Now I'm confused. Can you tell me the ideal dirt bike suspension setup? A: The...
Continue readingYou ask we answer. Here's the latest in our "Ask a Mechanic" series. Q: I recently bought a Kawasaki Ninja 300. I have a tendency to lose my car keys so before I run into trouble I was wondering how to start a motorcycle without a key? A: Your...
Continue readingYou ask we answer. Here's the latest in our "Ask a Mechanic" series. Q: What are the signs of bad bearings especially bad wheel bearing symptoms? A: A number of bearings help keep your dirt bike moving (literally in some cases) and functioning...
Continue readingYou ask we answer. Here's the latest in our "Ask a Mechanic" series. Q: How do I lower the gearing on my dirt bike? A: Let's start off the new year with an easy one! An oft asked question which sounds like it has a complicated answer but...
Continue readingYou ask we answer. Here's the latest in our "Ask a Mechanic" series. Q: What are clip-on handlebars? A: OK, for starters, not sure if you're talking dirt bikes or motorcycles so let me say clip-on handlebars do not have a dirt bike application....
Continue readingYou ask we answer. Here's the latest in our "Ask a Mechanic" series. Q: Can you tell me how to lower dirt bike seat height? A: Get out your razor! Well, actually a knife that cuts through foam really well. The only way to lower the seat height...
Continue readingYou ask we answer. Here's the latest in our "Ask a Mechanic" series. Q: Do left-handed dirt bike throttles exist? A: Yes, if you're an engineering whiz who can re-configure the bike's controls. Otherwise, no. You might write, bat, and throw...
Continue readingYou ask we answer. Here's the latest in our "Ask a Mechanic" series. Q: Why do my sprocket bolts always come loose? A: Because you didn't tighten them. Oh, you were looking for more? OK, it is a common problem for riders but one easily...
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