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MG’s Words

My friend and fellow racer Michael, a guy who spends more time thinking about motorcycle road racing than most people spend time breathing, has written an essay outlining his objections to spec electronics in Grand Prix motorcycle racing. As always, his views do not...
Well put, Martin

Well put, Martin

“Hello Ed, Go ahead and reach over your shoulder and give yourself a pat on the back.  The rebuilt shock now sprung properly works like a dream.  Jaw dropping and truly awesome.  My GS went from baby buggy to guided missile. I put the bike through all its paces,...
Damper Rod Forks

Damper Rod Forks

On the right we have a damper rod. The 4 big holes near the bottom control compression and the two small holes near the top control rebound. The oil flows inside the rod and through the holes. The size of the holes and the weight of the fork oil determine the amount...
These Forks!

These Forks!

In the early 80’s Kawasaki found a way to take away all damping in the forks on the 600 & 900 Ninjas while at the same time making the brakes feel mushy. Damper Rod forks work just fine but if you give them super wimpy fork springs plus a system to add air...
DLC

DLC

When you send me just the tubes, $400 per set. Plan on it taking about a month. Applying a Diamond Like Carbon coating to your forks tubes is not a repair. It’s a very thin coating that reduces friction and looks good. You will still be able to see any marks that are...