When buying a motorcycle on eBay there's obviously no substitute for seeing the bike before bidding. But if this isn't possible, here are a few things you may like to bear in mind: What's the seller like?...
Hello,I have been racing minimotos for 12 years,selling them for 6 years and have owned my own racing circuit for 4 years.Over the years I have had many experiences,both good and bad.What I have learned I...
A few gems that I've picked up during my ownership of a BMW R1100GS... On the ABS version, be prepared to run about 500ml through the front and rear lines when renewing your brake fluid. This is due to all...
Welcome to my guide which, hopefully, clarifies what can become a confusing subject. First there are THREE sizes/diameters of 'bars used on motorcycles: The most common by far is 7/8" (22.2mm) including a...
The johnnyclayton Unofficial Personal Ten Point guide how to spot a fraudulent or Scam Motorcycle Auction I have written this guide to help the interested people looking to purchase a motorcycle on eBay...
When buying a moped its important to check for the following things: Sellers history on ebay - check feedback Size of engine Stroke engine size If the bike is registered in the UK and has relevant forms...
I saw a Laverda in the classified ads for £1000, (they normally sell on auction for about 3-3.5k) I emailed the bloke told him I would have it, great I thought I would buy it for my dad as he is lav mad. He...
HAVE A GRIPPING READ ! Basically there are two sizes of handlebar in the motorcycle world so, therefore, there are two sizes of grips to suit: 7/8" (22mm) or 1" (25mm) and PLEASE NOTE: The size refers to the...
HI THERE I HOPE THIS GUIDE HELPS YOU Are you one of those people who can listen to a bike's engine and declare: "The cam chain's on the way out or "One valve seat's worn". No, few of us are. It's bad enough...
Just a little bit of advice on the subject of buying spares for your GSXR. This concerns bikes made between 2000 and 2008. I see many descriptions that state the part description and say GSXR 1000 K1 K2....