Motorcycle FAQs

Now I both see this question online and get asked this question in person, Where to buy a Boom Vader motorcycle? Boom Vader motorcycles are rare, less common than the few 125cc bikes I see on the road. Everyone thinks about Honda Groms when getting a small motorcycle like mine.  Most common question I get, … Read more

Simple answer: A chain’s master link clip should go on such that it stays secure in the chain’s direction of travel. The master link clip should have the opening facing rearward as the chain is moving forward. Are Master Link Clip Directional? Yes, chain master link clip are directional. Before I started working on my motorcycles(TaoTao … Read more

Yes. Motorcycle LED Headlight Conversion Bulbs Many headlight bulb manufacturers now offer a drop-in LED upgrade to car and motorcycle headlights. These bulbs are often the same dimensions as the stock headlight bulbs, making them easy to install like a regular bulbs. My Upgrade Motorcycle Headlight Bulb LED Experience. One of the first upgrades I … Read more

Being a Dual-Sport motorcycle, the TaoTao TBR7 is designed to have good ground clearance, resulting in it being a tall bike. So the seat height is listed at a tall 34 inches(~864mm). TaoTao TBR7 Seat Height Is Too Tall? At 34 inches, it can be tall to some. I have about a 30-inch inseam so … Read more

Being a Dual-Sport motorcycle, the Hawk 250 is designed to have good ground clearance, resulting in it being a tall bike. So the seat height is listed at a real tall 34.5 inches(~876mm). Hawk 250’s Seat Height Is Too Tall? At 34.5 inches, it can be tall to some. I have about a 30-inch inseam … Read more

Per the Hawk 250 manual, the Hawk 250’s oil capacity is 1.1L. Which 1.1 liters can be converted to 1.16 quarts. This capacity is the ‘total’ oil capacity from a dry motorcycle engine oil sump, and this capacity is not the amount needed for oil changes. When you get to the one litter amount for … Read more

I have experience with using a Manufacture’s Certificate Of Origin (MCO), now that I’ve bought two motorcycles(a TaoTao TBR7 dual-sport and a Grom-Clone Boom Vader motorcycle) direct from importers. I’ve had to deal with learning the differ3ences between a motorcycle title and a Manufacture’s Certificate Of Origins (MCO). Manufacture’s Certificate Of Origin (MCO) Always? The … Read more

What Is The Difference Between A Manufacture’s Certificate Of Origin (MCO) And A Title? – FAQ Now that I’ve bought two motorcycles(a TaoTao TBR7 dual-sport and a Grom-Clone Boom Vader motorcycle) direct from importers, I’ve had to deal with Manufacture’s Certificate Of Origins (MCO) and learned the difference between them and a motorcycle title. What … Read more

Everyone knows the Motorcycle Safety Foundation, but the Pennsylvania DMV dictates our motorcycle safety courses. Because Pennsylvania’s Motorcycle Safety Course it’s pre-paid with public dollars. You can read more about the program on the PennDot website: https://www.dmv.pa.gov/Driver-Services/Motorcyclists/PAMSP/ Under “locations,” you can find motorcycle safety course providers in your area. For me, I used Total Control. … Read more

So what do metal shavings in motorcycle oil look like? Generally, metal shavings are tiny, and one of two things have to occur to be truly visible to the naked eye:  How To See Metal Shavings In Motorcycle Oil Better. It is not unusual for used motorcycle oil to contain particles from normal wear and … Read more

This question was asked, and I wanted to cover this here, why are we told to grasp the spark plug boot instead of pulling the spark plug wire? The conductor in the spark plug wire is very thin, and it is engineered to carry the high voltage to the spark plug boot and ultimately to … Read more

In order to complete your Pennsylvania Motorcycle Road Test, I was given two options: Use your Pa Motorcycle Learner’s permit to practice motorcycle riding and driver test stations on your own, schedule a road test at a PennDot DMV testing center, -OR- You can take a Pennsylvania-sanctioned motorcycle safety course and complete the course with … Read more

This question also seems to stem from the question, “Is my Nibbi Carburetor Choke Open Or Closed?” or “What is the Nibbi Carburetor Choke Open Or Closed Position?” People wonder if I choke on or off my Nibbi Carburetor and how I turn on the choke on my Nibbi Carburetor. The plan is to cover … Read more

I wondered how do I get a motorcycle license in Pennsylvania and visited my DMV. Later I got my motorcycle learner’s permit by going to PennDot’s (website) and reading the motorcycle operator’s manual, and brought a completed Pennsylvania Motorcycle Learner’s Form (DL-5) with a check for $10. The form and payment allowed me to sit for … Read more

Registering your motorcycle can be a process, and knowing where is the VIN on a motorcycle is will help. Having your VIN information readily available is essential. This is what I found out. So, Where Is The VIN On A Motorcycle Located? My motorcycle’s VIN is located on the right side of the bike’s headtube(where … Read more

I wanted a simple list here I can reference from my other posts, but these are good garage safety tips for everyone. Remember, Safety Is No Accident. 1. No Open Flames In My Garage. This rule includes smoking! I don’t smoke, so this rule applies to visitors to my garage. So if you smoke, no … Read more

Yes, I do buy motorcycle oil at Walmart. I found Walmart has a good selection of motorcycle engine oils at a very reasonable price. To save money I buy my favorite motorcycle oil in bulk, or at least in gallon jugs. My favorite motorcycle engine oil is Shell’s Rotella engine oil. Good Selection Of Motorcycle … Read more