My Journey Into Motorcycling.
For my TBR7 motorcycle, I only use motorcycle-rated wet-clutch certified(JASO MA or MA2) 15w40 oil. If you were interested in the actual product I use, it’s the Shell Rotella T6 oil. I buy these in-gallon jugs to save money and make sure I have a good oil supply for quick oil changes( What Is The … 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. 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 the spark plug. This conductor wire is not designed for physical abuse. When you see how thin … Read more
This will be a quick post about your Boom Vader motorcycle(or any general Grom-Clone bike) won’t start, but the battery is good. If the bike transmission is in Neutral, the motorcycle will crank(turn-over), but the engine will not turn over in any other gear(gears 1 through 4). This motorcycle starting issue can have an easy … Read more
You have two options in Pennsylvania: 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 a passing grade. On the final day, you … Read more
Simply put, the TaoTao TBR7 does not have an oil filter. However, the TBR7 has an oil screen. This oil screen collects large particles that can damage the engine and accelerate wear and tear. Unlike using the drain plug located at the bottom of the TaoTao TBR7’s engine, I drain the oil and clean the … Read more
This will be a quick post about your TaoTao TBR7 dual-sport motorcycle won’t start, but the battery is good, especially since you use a battery tender. A Quick Motorcycle Engine Won’t Start Vs Which Gear Check If the bike transmission is in Neutral, the motorcycle engine will crank(turn-over), but the engine will not crank (turn … Read more
I cannot believe how often this question comes up in the FB groups and Chonda forums(Need TBR7 help?), and how scary this can be. A motorcycle rear brake locked up while riding can be a very dangerous and best step in preventing these locked brake conditions. If your motorcycle’s rear wheel is locking up or … Read more
This question seems to also stem from, is my choke on or off on my Nibbi Carburetor, and How do I turn on the choke on my Nibbi Carburetor? So the plan is to cover this FAQ in one post, answering, What is the Nibbi carburetor choke is open or closed position? Just A Quick … Read more
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 the written exam, and a pass provided me with a Motorcycle (Class M) Learner’s Permit. With … Read more
Registering your motorcycle can be a process, and 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 stearing components pass through the bike’s frame) and on the motorcycle’s … Read more
Yes! You can ride the TaoTao TBR7 Chinese Dual-Sport Motorcycle as stock, and the TBR7 bike will operate out of the box. Depending on your altitude, the TBR7 might feel very ‘subdued’ in power and top speed might be low, but the bike is still a fun ride. I am told the TBR7 motorcycle’s stock … Read more
THE TAO COMPANY MANUFACTURES the TBR7 motorcycle, better known as the TaoTao TBR7 Chinese dual-sport motorcycle. You can read more about the Tao Motor Company from their company webpage: https://taomotor.com/ You can read more in our TBR7 Section of my blog, My Motorcycle Blog.
The TaoTao TBR7 motorcycle comes with stock front tires size of 90 / 90 – 19‘s, and stock rear tires are 110 / 90 – 17‘s. The TaoTao TBR7 Motorcycle Front Tire Info. The TBR7 motorcycle comes with a stock front tire mounted on an aluminum wheel and inflated with a tire tube. Size: 90/90-19. … Read more
Simple Boom Vader Gears Answer: The Boom Vader 125cc comes stock with four gears. Of course excluding the neutral position. The More Complicated Boom Vader Gears Question: How Many Gears Does A Boom Vader Have? From my research, this question has peaked with the newer Honda Groms having five gears. I am told the first … 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
I often read this in the Chinese motorcycle forums: I wouldn’t say I liked reading those posts, but the good news was people found those gas leaks before they became a real problem. A real serious problem. My TaoTao TBR7 Does Not Have A Gas Leak. I am not flexing, and I am just stating … Read more
The recommended RPMs for your Hawk 250 motorcycle engine is 1500 +/- 150 RPMs. Why Does The Hawk 250 Engine RPMs Change? The regular Hawk 250 motorcycle is a carburetor engine, and the settings on your carburetor might work well one moment and then not the next. Carbureted Motorcycle Engine RPM Normal Change Example: The … Read more
The recommended RPMs for your TaoTao TBR7 motorcycle engine is 1500 +/- 150 RPMs. Why Do The TaoTao TBR7 Engine RPMs Change? The TaoTao TBR7 motorcycle is a carburetor engine, and the settings on your carburetor might work well one moment and then not the next. Carbureted Motorcycle Engine RPM Normal Change Example: The fuel/air … Read more
Early on with my TaoTao TBR7 dual-sport motorcycle, an air-cooled engine bike, I learned that too much oil can cause problems. Messy problems. Being an air-cooled engine, the motorcycle engine can run hot. This increase in temperature causes the oil level to increase due to the expansion of oil with heat. This is why you … Read more
