Technical Tips content

Links to articles about a wide array of tech stuff from polishing aluminum to motorcycle dynamics and how to adjust the chain.

Ever wondered exactly when your BMW was built? The parts guys like to know, and sometimes BMW changes things from one month to the next. Give this handy VIN decoder (Vehicle Identification Number) your frame number and it will tell you when it was made!

American Fastener Journal - everything you ever wanted to know about nuts and bolts - for the real techies

Joerg Hau has a very nicely done page on how to overhaul a BMW airhead (R bike) gearbox in your own workshop, including a lot of clear photos, drawings (and links to drawings) of the few necessary tools etc.

A bike specific dictionary that enables you to translate almost any technical bike term from English into French, German or Italian. Well worth printing out and stashing with your documents for any trip.

Tips on repair with plastex.

Is That Additive Really A Negative? Expose of all the oil additives nonsense. My opinion, and that of the authors: just use good old motor oil.

"I didn't see the motorcycle." This is the number one reason/excuse car drivers give when they cause an accident with a motorcyclist which has given rise to the mantra "ride like you're invisible."

Ohlins and others general suspension setup, especially for race, but also good starter for all. (Click on Products then Suspension setup)

This report presents the results of an ISO 5011 test of several air filters designed for the GM Duramax Diesel...