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2017 Republic of Texas Motorcycle Rally
Taking a look back at the 2017 Republic of Texas (RoT) Rally.
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Lextek AC1 Classic Exhaust Review
I've been rocking Lextek pipes on my 2018 Kawasaki Z900RS for quite awhile now. When I was with J&P Cycles, I was afforded the opportunity to take a full system; headers with an OP15 muffler, for a spin to review. You can read that review here for my initial thoughts…
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How to Install Bar End Motorcycle Mirrors
It's no secret that most stock motorcycle mirrors aren't that great. They're usually cheap parts bin items that tend to provide a poor view and vibrate excessively. It's pretty crucial to be able to see traffic and hazards behind you, so lousy mirrors are unacceptable. Replacing the OEM mirrors with…
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2018 Royal Enfield One Ride
Rolled along with Kacey from the Denton Independent Motorcycle Show to Fort Worth for the 2018 Royal Enfield One Ride. For early April, it was an uncharacteristically cold, damp, and gray day. Despite the unpleasant weather, a sizable group showed up and pushed through the chilly ride into downtown Fort…
MotoGP Austin 2018
In 2018, James, Eben and I rolled down to New Braunfels and Austin to take in the MotoGP races at Circuit of the Americas. We dealt with wild weather that flipped between hot and sunny and pouring rain, but got plenty of good food, killer races, and fun out of…
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How to Install MZS Adjustable Brake and Clutch Levers
Much like the stock grips, the stock levers on the 2019 Z400 weren't particularly great. They got the job done, in so much as they allowed for the use of the brake and the clutch. However, they were needlessly bulky and the lack of adjustability meant that the reach to…
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How to Install New Motorcycle Grips
Replacing your OEM grips with some aftermarket grips is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to not only improve riding comfort, but to also give your bike a little pop of customization. The stock grips on the 2019 Kawasaki Z400 in our stable just weren’t cutting it, so…
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How To: Replace a Motorcycle Clutch Pack
Clutch replacement is a pretty straightforward job, requiring only a few basic hand tools, the new clutch parts, and a couple hours. You even get an oil change out of it. It's an easy DIY job, and there's no need to take your bike to a shop or dealership if…
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Bikes and Coffee November 2019
November presented us with clear skies, sunny days, and warm weather, even by Texas standards. It's hard to beat a crisp fall morning ride followed by a hot cup of coffee.