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Use a standalone GPS, more accurate than phone speedo

No concern, definitely curious. I’ve checked a few Japan bike speedos in the past and all were optimistic at freeway speeds and the...

During the winter months, I try and find a few nice days to go ride and measure the oil temp after 20-30 minutes. My inclination since...

The acid buildup you refer to only occurs when engine are only run for short periods and then shut off. If you run it long enough to...

The acid shouldn't build up on an engine that isn't running. I used to have 6 motorcycles and sometimes ran into the same problem. Cliff

I'm not sure how much faith I'd place on phone speedo apps. I've seen Google Maps lose me on my phone claiming I was doing 40 while...

Oh for the days of PC800 Pacific Coast with hydraulic lifters. And a upright twin engine? I thought everyone liked a V-twin. And more...

On my 2015 BMW F800GT and the 2020 Triumph Tiger I installed a Fuzeblock from the battery and ran all accessories from that. No issues.

Just to let every one know that is interested. I received my authorized Honda NT1100D/P Service Manual today It took a week and a half...

I put a speedo app on my phone and it shows 1 - 2 mph over the bike speedo. Bottom to top, the entire speed range. I have a similar...

My 2016 Triumph Tiger 800 uses CAN bus wiring. Low vintage wires running all over. Starter, lights, and accessory circuits are 12v. And...

At first glance, it appears to be similar to the current CAN bus sytems which are commonly used in new automotive applications. BMW was...

The acid buildup you refer to only occurs when engine are only run for short periods and then shut off. If you run it long enough to...

The acid shouldn't build up on an engine that isn't running. I used to have 6 motorcycles and sometimes ran into the same problem. Cliff

I'm happy with my red VT700. Red vehicles go faster.