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09/11/2026

I’ve hauled everything from loads of parts bikes to $20k show bikes across the country with this technique and have never had a mishap. I just make sure to keep 3 straps for each bike I plan to haul. If you have a wheel chock, you can get away with just the 2 front straps, but I like having a third to keep the rear from bouncing around regardless.

A note on picking straps, as they are not all created equal. First, choose ratchet over cam buckle every time. Buckles can’t cinch down as tight and more easily lose tension. Second, there will always be a load rating on them and while the lightest (usually 500lb) straps are technically rated for holding a motorcycle down, they are made of such thin metal that they break easily and I just don’t trust them. I suggest 1,000-1,600lb limit straps.

What techniques have you learned for securely hauling motorcycles?

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day everyone! Hope you get to relax and recharge 😎

08/29/2026

Sticky clutch plates are fairly common when a bike has been sitting for a while. It doesn’t mean there is anything wrong with the clutch unless you notice other symptoms as well, like the clutch slipping under load. I prefer this warm up method over “shocking” the plates loose by popping it into gear until they free up. That might be faster but it’s harder on the clutch and could damage the friction plates. One other good option is to roll the bike to get it in gear and just start riding it. Usually within a few shifts the plates frees up!

08/21/2026

Shoutout to all the Miracle Max’s out there reviving those “mostly dead” motorcycles 🤘

08/18/2026

I built this girder front end instead of a springer because it’s simple, strong and relatively easy to diy with basic shop tools. Next I’ll build a custom frame for the Honda NT650 engine to replace the Shadow 600 frame I started with. I’m going for a cyberpunk futuristic chopper blending old school design with modern tech. If you’re into this check out the full build series on YouTube to see how I made this front end step by step and follow along for the rest of this project!

08/11/2026

A well balanced wheel is important for stability and usually becomes noticeable after around 40mph. It’s good practice to keep the weights centered on the rim. So if you have to mount them on the side lip (as shown), split them across each side as equally as possible. Front wheels are more noticeable when unbalanced than rears, but it’s good to do both for the smoothest ride 🏍️

08/03/2026

I usually make custom exhausts using 100’s of pie cuts but I wanted to try something different this time. Sand filling works! You do have to still be careful not to put wrinkles in the bends, and stainless steel will likely lose its property (we’ll see!) from the heat, but I’m really happy with the results. Next up is rebuilding the engine and this thing should be ready to run!

07/26/2026

Good To Know: If your needle doesn’t have a clip, you can shim it with fuel mixture screw washers. 1-2 shims should fix any flat spots, bogging, or hesitation in the mid range. If it doesn’t then go up on the main jet more. The needle influences almost all throttle positions, so thoroughly test the full range after each adjustment. It’s often not enough when tuning to just change jets, the needle position usually needs to be changed as well! Most carbureted bikes have these and this is an essential part of tuning them 👌

07/18/2026

An oil change is always the first thing I do to a bike. It can tell you more about the engine’s condition and maintenance history than anything else. If you change the oil and within a 1,000 miles it is pitch black again then the engine has been chronically under serviced. Since motorcycles hold such a small amount of oil, frequent changes are very important. You can also look for plastic debris in the oil after draining the pan. Most of this applies to cars as well!

07/14/2026

The Best & Worst Bikes for Mechanics to Work On 🏍️ …Honorable mention to Yamaha with their Vstar 1100 that requires pulling the exhaust off to get to the oil filter. And to Kawasaki for making us split the cases to get to Ninja starter clutches. Comment your opinion on bikes you love or hate to work on: Harley Davidson, BMW, Ducati, Honda, Suzuki, Kawasaki, Yamaha, Royal Enfield, KTM, there’s no wrong answers 😅

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