As a biker, you must always look forward to new and thrilling challenges. You must want to attend the biggest of races with the most difficult of trails. So, let’s take a look at some of the world’s most terrifying motorcycle race tracks which will make you feel the adrenalin rush of a first-time rider. North west 200 It is an annual road race held in Northern Ireland on the streets between Portstewart, Coleraine, and Portrush. The circuit is like a triangle and this race is famous for its racers reaching very high speeds of over 200 mph. Surprisingly though the number of accidents has been relatively low. There…
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7 Must-Have Tools In Your Compact Tool Kit You Cannot Do Without
If you want to keep your bike intact then you need to have multi maintenance tools in your compact toolkit to fix anything on the go. Arm yourself with this sturdy yet multi-utility essential bike tools and you’ll never find yourself stranded at the roadside. The best thing about them is that they can be easily strapped or bolted to your bike and will save you from turning your bike upside down to make adjustments. #1. Battery cables Lightweight cables can be a good solution to solve funky electrical problems on your bike. The best thing about them is that you can easily attach them to another bike’s battery…
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Best motorcycle race to participate in Latin America
If you are looking for exciting and dangerous challenges as a rider then you must travel in South America. The region offers you the roughest terrain which will test you physically and mentally. Driving over sand dunes, mountains, deserts and even salt flats will present you a refreshingly different experience. You get the rare chance to experience South America’s most gorgeous scenery. The Dakar rally is the most famous race held every year in South America. The first event was held in 1979. Pre 2008 the race was held from Paris to Dakar in Senegal. Due to increasing terrorist threats and dangerous roads which traversed through the African desert…
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Planning a Road Trip Through Latin America
With a heady combination of amazing views, well-paved roads and adventure riding trails, South America is just the perfect place to go on your next road trip. Both cultural and geographical diversity adds on to overall charm of the place. And, the icing on the cake is, paperwork required for taking your own bike and riding it is quite straightforward. You can make a plan according to the time you have for exploring the place. With limited time, the best option is to focus on just one or two countries. What to Look Forward to? There is no other continent that has more to offer in terms of biological…
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25th International Motorcycle And Scooter Ride To Work Day
The 25th annual international motorcycle and scooter ride to work day is celebrated on June 19, 2017, to help traffic flow better and show people how convenient and economical it is to ride two-wheelers. Riders from across the world will become a part of this worldwide event and encourage their coworkers and friends to use two-wheelers to go to work. This special day will demonstrate the rising number of bikes and scooters to the general public and convey this message that bike or scooter riding is a social good. We all work to ride but this year the motto of this event is to encourage people to ride to…
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Ready checklist of every motorcycle race
Enthusiastic bikers look forward to the track days to test themselves. It is important however not to forget something valuable as it can play a spoilsport. You should have some of the necessities ready for you to prevent any hiccups. We have therefore prepared a checklist for you which will help you to be prepared for the D day. This will help you to enjoy fully. As a beginner, it may not be possible to have all the items on this list but as you get more seasoned you are likely to acquire them. #1. Tools You don’t want your tires or brakes to spoil the fun so carry…
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10 Best motorcycle tracks in Latin America
Latin America is a continent of diverse cultures and experiences and there is no better place to go on a bike tour than this continent of lush forests and mesmerizing trails. Through a road trip, you get to experience beautiful landscapes and new culture and to make it even more memorable, make sure you include some of the most famous roads in the continent into your itinerary. So here are the 10 best motorcycle trails of Latin America. 1. Pan-American Highway The Pan-American Highway passes through Alaska, all the way to Chile. Since it passes through some of the most enchanting climates and ecologies the region has to offer.…
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Better Safe than Sorry
To a biker, there are few thrills in life more compelling than zipping through an open road at 70 mph with the wind whooshing around the helmet. But, this very tendency of racing a motorcycle as if it is meant to fly is one of the most prominent reasons why two-wheelers are more prone to accidents than other vehicles. To go by stats, according to the FAL Bulletin N°342 of the Economic commission for Latin America and Caribbean (ECLAC), the rate of fatalities from road tragedies in the region grew 20% in the first decade of the current century, rising to 17.68 deaths per 10,000 in 2010. Clearly, bikers need…
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Carburetor vs Fuel Injection
Carburetors and fuel injectors both have their share of avid supporters. When motorcycles debuted bikers used carburetors simply because that was the only option but the advent of fuel injection pumps in the 1980s now offers them the choice. Beginners may not even be interested in the discussion as they buy based on the make, model and price but let me tell you this thing alone can change your whole bike riding experience. Choosing between the two requires thorough research as both have their share of pros and cons but you need not worry as we have done it for you. So you may just go through the features to…
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Motorcycle engines: Air cooled or Liquid Cooled?
Have you ever wondered about the relevance of different types of motorcycle engines, their configuration, and layout that makes them so unique? Here are few of the most widely used contemporary motorcycle engines ruling the road these days. Air Cooled Engine Most widely used engines in the world. They have a high heat tolerance and can perform over a high-temperature range. The parts of the engine are made in such a way that they can accommodate the expansion of metal in the hottest of climate. Many motorcycles use air-cooled engines for the sake of reducing weight and complexity. Raybar motorcycles are equipped with air-cooled engines to maximize performance and efficiency…
