Despite looking a lot simpler than cars, motorcycles are very complex pieces of machinery. Around for so many years that no one is left alive to remember how they got going, bikes have constantly ...

A motorcycle’s final drive, or the part that makes the bike move, can be a shaft, a belt, or most commonly, a riveted master link chain. You know, like the one on your 10-speed bicycle. And just as ...

This article has been freshly updated as part of our 'New to Riding' week, running from March 10 to March 17, with a special ...

It may seem obvious to seasoned triathletes (though maybe not, given the state of some literally "seasoned" bikes in transition), but it's important to keep your bike clean. Not just from a Type-A tri ...

I'm a freelance journalist who writes about the outdoors & adventure. Taking care of your bike is key to ensuring it’s always ready for the next ride. But cleaning a bike isn't as simple as washing a ...

Q What's the best way to remove sand from a bike chain? If I got a bike with a belt drive, would sand be a problem? A This is a common problem this time of year, especially if you rode your bike ...

Knowing how to lubricate your bike chain will keep your bike running smoothly, help prevent parts from rusting and extend the life of your chain and cassette. Luckily, it’s also one of the easiest ...

Cleaning your bike is an easy thing to put off — it’s mostly superficial and it’s just going to get dirty again anyway, right? False. Leaving your bike dirty has all sorts of bad consequences aside ...

Without a chain your bike is just an expensive scooter, so here’s how to fit and remove your chain with a quick link - or without one - to make repair or servicing super simple. If you are looking for ...