This is an often-overlooked adjustment that can really improve your handling.
Yes, this is a simple to do easy DIY motorcycle adjustment that I would suggest most motorcycle riders should do at least once a year. (more…)
When you do your own Motorcycle Maintenance you know it’s been done right! P
lus, and it’s a big plus, in today’s inflationary environment, where motorcycle dealers are charging over $100 for an oil change, you can really save a lot of money by doing your own basic maintenance. (more…)
This is a look back on one of the nicest choppers that I’ve owned. I’m sure we all do it, that is, look back at some of our past rides.
I mean, I have a great-looking Big Dog K-9 now, but, I still love this American Ironhorse Texas Chopper. This was the first bike of the many that I’ve owned, that I had custom painted. I’m sure we’d all agree it would be nice if money was no object, the kind of be like Jay Leno, and we could have your own storage facility to keep all your best rides. (more…)
Changing a motorcycle oil is perhaps one of the most important maintenance items that you can do. Plus, was many motorcycle dealers charging over $100 to do a complete oil change, learning to do it yourself is really a tremendous money saver. Every make and model of motorcycle, has different oil types and oil change intervals. In this video I’m working on my past American Ironhorse Texas Chopper. The basic oil change information shown in my video, with minor changes, is applicable for most motorcycles.
Before you start your oil change I’d recommend checking your owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s recommendation on when to change the oil, the amount of oil to use and the recommended oil type and weight (more…)
I like to give thanks On this special day, for having had motorcycle riding in my life for now over 50 + years!
May this holiday be filled with all the many blessings you and your family deserve. Also, hopefully, the gift of joy and appreciation of motorcycle riding that surrounds you in great abundance! (more…)
When it comes to motorcycle oil filters or for that matter motorcycle engine oil, primary oil, transmission oil, or fork oil, it seems every rider is going to have their own opinion.
So, what I’m expressing here in this video is just my humble opinion from riding choppers for over 40-something years. (more…)
Let’s face it when you’re into Choppers it’s hard to find a good chopper motorcycle mechanic.
I’ve known Curtis for a number of years he originally worked on my American Ironhorse Texas Chopper. Curtis has been working on my 2017 big dog k9 for a number of years. (more…)
A properly cared for drive belt can last a hundred thousand miles, and maintaining it just means checking its condition and tension about as often as you change the oil and filter.
A motorcycle drive belt that it too tight will whine and can cause transmission leaks or belt failure. A belt that it too loose or misaligned can jump cogs on the rear drive sprocket. (more…)
Because of the downturn in the U.S. economy, American Ironhorse declared bankruptcy around mid 2008.
As far as production Custom Motorcycles go, here in United States, the two leaders were American IronHorse and Big Dog Motorcycles. (more…)
Used car salesman buys a bike for himself without knowing how to ride. Always wear a helmet.
Well, he now owns a bike he has to fix ,& a Jetta he has to fix, let’s hope he bought a helmet along with riding lessons.
Very lucky rider, if he would have hit a parked truck his head would have went into the side easily resulting in major trauma. (more…)