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Lubricants and Shop Procedures

There’s more to this than just which weight oil to use. A service department’s scope of lubricants includes selection, storage and regulation compliance.

motorcycle maintenance, oil change
Understanding the AFR Sensor

Newer injected powersport engines most likely have an air/fuel ratio (AFR) sensor, not an oxygen sensor. Learn the difference.

Powersports oxygen sensor
Easy Motorcycle Battery Swap With Voltz Power

If your motorcycle doesn’t roar to life, it might be time for a battery swap.

Voltz Power Battery Swap
Navigating Customization Conversations

Establish all the concerns and expectations about customization upfront.

customization, custom motorcycle, in the shop
Modern Powersports Batteries: Maintenance and Charging Practices

Help customers extend the lives of their batteries by offering routine maintenance and educating them about proper charging.

powersports batteries, motorcycle battery
Common Maintenance Issues in Powersport Brakes

New or old, two wheels or four, each braking system has unique challenges technicians must understand.

brake pads, motorcycle brakes
Polaris Slingshot Service and Diagnostics

The Polaris Slingshot blends motorcycle and car traits, requiring unique service methods, alignments and diagnostics for proper maintenance.

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Common Types of Motorcycle and Powersport Lifts

Keep raising the efficiency of your service department with proper and well-maintained lifts.

motorcycle lift, powersports lift
Tips for Tuning and Installing Motorcycle Exhaust Systems

A technician’s comprehensive guide to exhaust systems, from helping customers select the right type to making sure it’s properly installed.

motorcycle exhaust
A Comprehensive Maintenance and Inspection Guide to Wheels and Tires

From street to dirt and two wheels to four wheels, learn what to inspect when servicing various vehicles.

motorcycle wheel, tire
Selling and Installing Big Bore Kits for V-Twin Engines

Big bore kits are a prime opportunity to educate and upsell customers while giving them a great experience.

motorcycle, V-twin, engine
Selling and Servicing Different UTV Windshield Types

UTV windshields enhance comfort, protection and performance, but maximizing these qualities depends on the customers’ intended vehicle use.

UTV, side-by-side with windshield