If you’re an adrenaline-seeking dirt bike enthusiast, you know how important it is to protect your hands while you’re riding. From full coverage plastic guards to lightweight aluminum designs, there is something for everyone. Dirt bike handguards are protective accessories that attach to the handlebars of a dirt bike to shield the rider’s hands from …
One of my dirt bike buddies once asked if he should clean the gas tank on his bike. To be honest, I didn’t know the answer back then, although it made sense in my head that a dirt bike gas tank might need to be cleaned once in a while. Below I will share the …
When I first got into dirt biking I roughly knew what the carburetor was and where to find it. However, my full introduction to this mysterious device happened when my dirt bike showed sluggish performance and a friend of mine (who is a motorcycle mechanic) recommended that I clean the carburetor. Here’s what I learned …
Ah, it is Saturday morning and the weather is perfect for dirt biking. I open the garage, excited about the upcoming ride, when a strong smell of gas wipes the smile off my face as I approach my bike. First thing I check is the gas tank (which I filled the day before) – it’s …
Knowing roughly how long dirt bikes last comes in very handy when shopping for a used dirt bike. Once you’ve picked your favorites it is time to find out the mileage and hours it has been ridden to determine how much life is left in it, and if it is worth the money. On average, …
Wondering about the top-rated KTM dirt bikes you keep seeing online? You’re not alone. While KTM is a well-known brand in the dirt bike world, you may have heard mixed opinions about its reliability. So, what’s the truth? Are KTM dirt bikes reliable? KTM dirt bikes are reliable and are, in fact, one of the …
A dirt bike can fit in a short bed trailer, in most cases. The dimensions of the dirt bike and the truck bed play a crucial role in determining its compatibility. The most common methods of loading a dirt bike in a short bed are placing the dirt bike diagonally or attaching truck bed extenders to the tailgate.
When I was starting out in dirt biking, I sometimes heard people call their dirt bikes ATVs. To me it was a bit strange as I always thought that ATVs were those quad bikes that are a heap of fun to ride. So let’s find out together – is a dirt bike an ATV actually? …
When I first got my bike I was really worried that bad weather might ruin the pristine condition of my new ride. I was wondering if rain will hurt my motorcycle so I did plenty of research and in this article I will share my answers and personal experience on this topic. Rain can harm …
Are you planning to go away for a holiday, while your trusty bike stays in the garage? Is it the end of the season and you are taking a break from dirt biking for a few months? In this article we uncover the truth about how long can a motorcycle sit without starting. A motorcycle’s …
