Valve Clearance Adjustment for Kawasaki Ninja Models
The Kawasaki Ninja bikes are reliable and easy to service, but there are some differences over the years.
MTA Distributing Opens Door to C&L Companies
To fill the void of critical aftermarket replacement engine and chassis parts in the powersports market, C&L Companies has developed seven brands in the powersports market and MTA Distributing has announced it will now distribute those products.
Centrifugal Clutch for Mini Bikes, Other Automatic Transmissions
The simple centrifugal clutch used on many karts (and mini-bikes) is essentially an automatic transmission that is activated by the increased rpm of the engine.
Recall of Husqvarna 2016 FC 250 Motocross Models
Husqvarna Motorcycles is recalling specific frame numbers of the 2016 FC 250. Following market investigations it has been determined that deviations in the manufacturing process of the connecting rod may result in early failure and fracturing of the conrod under certain load conditions.
CVT Transmissions for ATVs
The continually variable transmission, or CVT, is a common component in the powersports industry. This is the transmission that has given scooters and snowmobiles the ability to be gas and go for decades. The CVT has also found a home in ATVs.
Polaris Plans to Win with Victory AND Indian
After unveiling the Octane and Stealth Victory motorcycles to dealers and the media, and the Hooligan Indian Scout Sixty, it is clear that Polaris is playing to win with both Indian and Victory this year.
Arctic Cat Unveils 2017 Snowmobile Models
Arctic Cat unveiled its snowmobile line-up for the 2017 model year, including the SVX 450, which is the industry’s first purpose-built OEM single-ski snow vehicle. Arctic Cat also introduced the 180-horsepower turbo engine and 19 all-new snowmobile models in a line that includes 84 snowmobiles
Triumph Announces All-New Speed Triple S and R
The new Speed Triple S and Speed Triple R signal a new era for Triumph’s Speed Triple. Designed to be more focused, more powerful, more capable and with more character than any previous generation, these new models redefine the performance roadster segment.
World Debuts from Orlando
The 2015 American International Motorcycle Expo kicked off in Orlando with some significant global and North American debuts of new motorcycles from some the industry’s top manufacturers. We highlighted a few unveilings here.
CBR250/300 CRF250L Valve Clearance
The single cylinder engine that Honda debuted with the CBR250R is also the basis for the CBR300R power plant as well as the CRF250L. This engine is a DOHC type with shim type valve clearance adjustment. Unlike many engines of this type it has a handy feature that allows for quick shim changes without having to remove the camshafts.
Specialty Tools: The Right Tools Make for Correct Repairs
A knowledgeable home mechanic or professional technician can carry out the majority of their work with basic hand tools.
Honda Releases Details on 2016 CRF1000L Africa Twin
Honda has announced further technical details on the new CRF1000L Africa Twin, which will be in Honda showrooms across the United States in early 2016. Like its forerunners, the CRF1000L Africa Twin is equipped for adventure, with a potent engine and dynamic chassis ready to explore continents, on- or off-road.
Malcolm Smith Racing 2016 Collection
The 2016 Malcolm Smith Racing product range has arrived and is highlighted in the first half of the company’s new catalog, with specialty tools and application charts for hard parts from crankshaft bearings to silicone radiator hoses, rounding out the 140-page package.
Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Jackshaft Assembly
Big Harley-Davidson motorcycles are tough on starter motors and starter system mechanical components.
Tech Tips: Repairing and Servicing Fuji 400, 450, 500 and 550cc Engines
Many of the engines that power Polaris ATVs are liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, SOHC 4-stroke units manufactured by Fuji. The 400, 450 and 500cc engines are nearly identical outside of bore and stroke. The newer 550 engine is updated, but some of these tips still apply. The 570 engine has a DOHC head and is unrelated for
EBR Introduces 1190SX Superfighter Sport Bike
Following the successful introduction of its 1190RX superbike, Erik Buell Racing has introduced the EBR 1190SX, a true naked streetfighter-style sport bike with uncompromised Superbike race-bred performance and handling.