Steering Damper vs Dampener? Case Resolved, Forever
Is the motorcycle part a steering damper or a steering dampener? Both words exist, but there’s just one standard engineering term.
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The Business Case for a Motorcycle Dealership
The real business of a motorcycle dealership: buying, selling, paperwork, inventory turns, service revenue, and the cash required to stay open.
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My ’80s Crush: The Yamaha FZR1000 Genesis
A look back at the Yamaha FZR1000 Genesis and EXUP: its 20-valve engine, Deltabox frame, period ride and lasting appeal.
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The Big Questions: Dyna vs Softail. The Showdown!
Dyna vs Softail explained: chassis history, suspension layouts, handling, engine feel, model changes, and why Harley retired the Dyna after 2017.
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I want to be rich so I can have toys like the Ducati Formula 73
The Ducati Formula 73 is a numbered, 873-unit café racer based on the Scrambler 800. Here are its specs, heritage, maintenance needs, and why I still want one.
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The Problem with Adventure Sport Tourers
The problem with adventure sport touring motorcycles is that they’re too good at everything.
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Old Triumph vs Hinckley / John Bloor Triumph
A brief history of Triumph, and how modern “John Bloor” Triumph differs from its previous generations. Also, does it matter?
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I Saw An Accident
I saw an accident. It was the final straw. I’m not riding in Melbourne again.
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Motorcycle Parts Scams PSA — How to Identify and Avoid them
A public service announcement — how to identify and avoid motorcycle parts scams online.
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Harley-Davidson “Twin-Cooled” Motorcycles — A Brief History (and Predictions)
How Harley-Davidson has been sneaking up on liquid cooling, and where I think this is going.
