Maintenance

Taking Care Of Your Motorcycle. Motorcycle maintenance is top notch if you care about your machine.

Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa (1999)

Posted by on Jul 27, 2018 in Blog, Gallery, Maintenance, Major Projects

  This was a complex project, like a puzzle without ALL the pieces. 1999 Suzuki ‘Busa( 06/99), family members bike, high sentimental value. Dropped off at “shop” in south Texas, left for months and no progress. When brought to me it was a train-wreck. Complete suspension rebuild, bearings, powder coat, paint, brakes, clutch system, motor corrected. Dyno tuned with PCV. Huge shout out to Twisted Technology for Dyno work. Delivered back to a very happy customer.

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Worn Break Pads

Posted by on Jun 17, 2018 in Blog, Maintenance

Well here is something that we do not often think about, BREAKS!  We ride and ride and it most of the time a passing thought.  They become damaged and shabby as a result of much use, especially the front.  You may just come in for an oil change but we often check for the things that get overlooked. DOT 4 brake fluid absorbs moisture from the atmosphere over time, changing the chemical and physical properties of the fluid. These changes can affect braking negatively. Ensure proper braking performance by checking brake fluid for moisture content. This can typically be seen in the reservoir as...

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Check your breaks

Posted by on Oct 22, 2016 in Blog, Maintenance

If it has been a while since you last looked then you might wanna check your brakes.  New pads can make a difference in stopping distance. What do you have to lose?  Loss time vs pain/injuries or possible life. Take the time.

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1973 Kawasaki Z1

Posted by on Oct 22, 2016 in Blog, Maintenance, Major Projects

  We love working on the older models.  It’s hard for owners to find a dealer willing to work on a bike older then 10 years.  We are not afraid.  Not only are we willing but have a “CAN DO” attitude.   Make Model Kawasaki Z1 Year 1972 Engine Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 2 valve per cylinder. Capacity 903 Bore x Stroke 66 x 66 mm Cooling System Air cooled Compression Ratio 8.5:1 Lubrication Wet sump, trachoid pump Air Filtration Treated synthetic fiber Induction 4 x 28mm Mikuni VM28SC Ignition  Battery and coil Starting Electric & kick Max Power...

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