My Journey Into Motorcycling.
Now you follow my blog, you know I am an over-thinker and often think the worse and try to prepare for it. I wear a motorcycle jacket for slide protection, with motorcycle armor inserts, great motorcycle gloves, and motorcycle boots, and now you know I wear hearing protection. I use simple earplugs when riding my … Read more
Now, if you are a Boom Vader Gen 2 motorcycle owner or just looking at buying a Boom Vader motorcycle, you likely started lurking in the Chinese Bike forums and FB Groups. You will notice a trend of upgrades recommended for new Grom-Clone owners. New motorcycle chain, upgraded carburetor, new exhaust system, and new motorcycle … Read more
As I mentioned, I upgraded my first motorcycle, a TaoTao TBR7 Dual-Sport Motorcycle, which made it more comfortable and reliable. These improvements made me ride the bike for long distances from home. I solved my directional challenges by installing a cellphone holder on the motorcycle, but then I needed a way to charge that cell … Read more
We all have differing opinions on stock motorcycle batteries, good or bad, but we can all agree that if we don’t take them, they all die. I’ve had much success with my TaoTao TBR7 motorcycle’s stock battery. The Chinese dual-sport still cranks hard and gets that motorcycle started with almost no problems. This is because … Read more
With the continued upgrades my TaoTao TBR7 Chinese dual-sport motorcycle, it has become more fun to ride longer and further away from home. My cellphone battery life was coming into question and made me wonder how I could install a USB phone charger for a motorcycle? So I installed a motorcycle cellphone holder to open … Read more
About the time I cover this topic, I’ve had a trickle charger on my TaoTao TBR7 motorcycle for some time now. I’m deep into the second year of motorcycle ownership; I still have the stock TaoTao battery. You read correctly. In my second year with the TBR7 motorcycle, I still have the stock battery, and … Read more
After posting a YT video on how I upgraded my TaoTao TBR7 motorcycle’s headlight to an LED bulb, I was asked about a part in the video. What LED bulb did I use to upgrade my motorcycle’s daytime running light? I talked about how the new LED bulb for the daytime running light was so … Read more
I talked before about how I didn’t listen to the typical Grom Clone’s advice to change my Boom Vader’s motor mount bolts as soon as I got the bike. This resulted in a broken stock motor mount bolt( Broke A Motorcycle Motor Mount Bolt ). Well, I replaced the remaining and the broken stock Boom … Read more
I’ve been asked directly and indirectly, through FB groups and forums, what is the best way to upgrade your Boom Vader’s exhaust sounds first? First, I still have a stock engine, so my Boom Vader is still a 125cc engine, so the amount of sound the little machine can put out is minimal. However, the … Read more
After owning two Chinese-made motorcycles, living with both stock exhaust systems, followed by upgrading them with new Chinese-made exhaust systems, I thought a quick review could help you. Let’s face it. As a Chinese motorcycle owner(TaoTao TBR7 and Boom Vader Gen 2 125cc), I follow forums, YT channels, and FB groups with other Chinese motorcycle … Read more
I’ve had this full-face motorcycle helmet for a while(it was my helmet for my Pennsylvania motorcycle safety course and the first helmet I ever bought) and thought it was time I would review it. My Fuel full-face motorcycle helmet review is mine and my own. Not sponsored or subsidized by anyone. I purchased this helmet … Read more
When I was discussing my latest motorcycle clutch plate replacement job, some questions came up at work. The discussion revolved around how motorcycles generally have wet clutches while cars have dry clutches. But many of the questions came from people who only drive automatic transmissions. Let’s address some of those motorcycle clutch plate replacement questions … Read more
The high price of replacing your motorcycle clutch plates( Motorcycle Clutch Plate Replacement Cost: The TBR7, Hawk 250, Brozz 250, Magician, etc. ) at a motorcycle shop makes more motorcycle riders do their work. Cost is a major driving force for this regular maintenance item becoming a DIY item on your to-do list. So I … Read more
I will talk about motorcycle clutches and their cost, covering all the known issues with owning these Chinese motorbikes. Getting Regular Motorcycle Clutch Maintenance Done One thing we learn from owners of a Chinese dual-sport motorcycle(Hawk 250, TBR7, Brozz 250, etc.), we have to become our mechanics. Chonda motorcycle mechanics typically don’t want to work … Read more
I wrote before about how I immediately messed up by not following the advice to change the stock motor mount bolts on my Boom Vader Gen 2 125cc motorcycle. I changed the stock motorcycle chain due to warnings about the quality of the metal. Still, I didn’t figure out the engine mounting bolts needed replacement. … Read more
Now, take the time to read up about your TaoTao TBR7 motorcycles on the web and FB groups( Need TBR7 help? Upgrade Guides? User Support? We Got You! ). You will learn about the horror stories about the stock motorcycle chain failing and causing severe damage in their failure. Even if you upgrade the motorcycle … Read more
Ever go to turn on your bike, and ignition key wouldn’t turn? You end up fighting and cussing, asking why my motorcycle ignition is switched hard to turn? Been there, done that. Now let’s cover what I learned about stuck motorcycle keys. Why Is My Motorcycle Key Not Turning? My TaoTao TBR7 Dual-sport Motorcycle Is a … Read more
On my ride back from a quick ride, I noticed my Boom Vader Gen 2 motorcycle was vibrating more than usual. I saw how much my feet felt uncomfortable after such a short ride. I usually ride my full bike throttle everywhere, but the bike’s vibrations were worse than usual. I’m sure if you are … Read more
After having no fun working on my Boom Vader’s gas tank problems, I impulsively settled for another quick fix(My Boom Vader Gas Tank Is Leaking From Bottom, Again!?!). This quick fix took away my ability to see the actual gas level. This issue isn’t a problem; I use the trip odometer to figure out the … Read more
As any Grom Clone motorcycle owner, your first thought when you get your bike is where you will keep your Monster Drinks! My Boom Vader Gen 2 motorcycle is small. Even though my BD1250-10 model Boom Vader came with a luggage rack, it still is small, like the bike. So I knew I needed a … Read more
