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How to Bleed Motorcycle Brakes (and When to Replace the Caliper or Master Cylinder)

How to Bleed Motorcycle Brakes (and When to Replace the Caliper or Master Cylinder)

Spongy lever? Here's how to bleed motorcycle brakes step by step with basic tools, how to chase stubborn air (reverse bleeding, banjo bleed, the overnight zip-tie trick), and how to...

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Bad Stator Symptoms and How to Test a Motorcycle Stator with a Multimeter

Bad Stator Symptoms and How to Test a Motorcycle Stator with a Multimeter

Battery keeps dying? Lights dim at idle? Learn what a motorcycle stator does, the symptoms of a bad one, and how to test it in 15 minutes with a multimeter:...

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Cracked Motorcycle Fairing: Repair It or Replace It with Used OEM?

Cracked Motorcycle Fairing: Repair It or Replace It with Used OEM?

Most cracked fairings can be fixed at home with ABS slurry, plastic epoxy or a plastic welder. But paint matching is where the money goes. Here's how to repair a...

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How to Clean a Rusty Motorcycle Gas Tank (and When to Replace It Instead)

How to Clean a Rusty Motorcycle Gas Tank (and When to Replace It Instead)

Rust in the tank means rust in the carbs. Here's how to clean a rusty motorcycle gas tank at home: assessing damage, mechanical agitation, vinegar, citric acid, chelating removers and...

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How to Buy Used Motorcycle Parts from a Salvage Yard (Without Getting Burned)

How to Buy Used Motorcycle Parts from a Salvage Yard (Without Getting Burned)

Used OEM parts can cut repair costs by two-thirds, but buying from a motorcycle salvage yard takes a little know-how. Which parts to buy used, how to confirm fitment with...

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