The kill switch is there as a safety net, but is there any harm in using it in non-emergency situations? Some folks think that using the kill switch often will melt wiring, wear out the switch, or...

There are hundreds of thousands of motorcycles on the road, some have ABS and some don't. The question is, do you really need them to be safe on the road? In my opinion, if you ride on the street,...

Ask the internet why you shouldn't run straight pipes, and you'll get reasons like burn exhaust valves backfiring and other detriments to your engine. If you remove the muffler, you are more...

Lots of sport bikes come with a steering damper from the factory, and for those that don't, plenty of people add them as an accessory. But what does a steering damper do, and are they really worth it...

Twenty years ago, slipper clutches were reserved for race bikes or bikes that have been modified for track riding. On the track, a slipper clutch is helpful because downshifts are usually...

You need to use the clutch to get your motorcycle moving in the first gear and when coming to a stop, but why not use it at other times? If you're using good technique, the shift should be...