Do It Yourself Tech: Change Your Motorcycle’s Handlebars for an Easy Reach

Part 1: Harley-Davidson Street 750 ergonomic upgrades to help a short woman ride better

1/1/2021, By Tricia Szulewski, Editor
The first thing to do when buying any motorcycle is make necessary ergonomic adjustments to the handlebars, levers, footpegs and foot controls, seat, and suspension so you can easily reach the grips with a relaxed bend in your elbows with feet and hands comfortably able to use all the controls. We show how we changed a Harley-Davidson Street 750 to better fit a short woman rider.
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Women Riders Now Guide to Motorcycle Camping: Essentials

What you need to know about outdoor living on the road

7/9/2020, By Tricia Szulewski, Editor
Want to get out of town on your motorcycle without stepping foot into a hotel or restaurant? If the allure of the road trip is calling, we've got you covered. Check out our tips for planning and gearing up for a fun outdoor getaway.
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Plasti Dip: A Fun, Easy, Cheap Project You Can Do Yourself to Color Your Motorcycle and Parts

Step by step instructions on how to customize your bike with a spray coating that is easily removable

4/10/2020, By Tricia Szulewski, Editor
Imagine being able to experiment with painting your motorcycle tank and/or parts with different colors and if you don't like those colors you can erase them. Well that's what Plasti Dip is! Think of it as spray paint in a can that's removable after you've painted it.
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8 Steps to Prep Your Motorcycle for Winter Storage

Protect your bike’s battery, engine, tires, and paint so it’s ready to ride in the spring

By Tricia Szulewski, Editor
Like bears, motorcycles benefit greatly from hibernating during harsh winters. Our guide will ensure your bike is ready to go when the ice melts.
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Top 10 DIY Garage Tips for Women Who Work on Their Own Motorcycles

Tools and tricks to make hard jobs easier

10/15/2018, By Tricia Szulewski, Associate Editor
WRN Associate Editor, Tricia Szulewski, has compiled a short list of tips to help you tackle and prevent some common problems women have when working on their bikes.
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Product Review: National Cycle ZTechnik VStream Motorcycle Windshield

DIY: How to choose and install a sport-touring windshield

By Tricia Szulewski, Associate Editor
Fighting the wind while riding can put a lot of strain on your head, neck, shoulders, arms, and back. One of the easiest ways to rectify a turbulent ride is to add or change your motorcycle’s windshield. WRN Associate Editor, Tricia Szulewski, reviews National Cycle’s VStream windshields.
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Do It Yourself: How To Check and Replace Motorcycle Brake Pads

Easy, cheap, and quick maintenance so your bike stops when you want it to

7/18/2018, By Tricia Szulewski, Associate Editor
Make sure your bike stops when you want it to with this step-by-step lesson in replacing brake pads.
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Do It Yourself: Motorcycle Tire Maintenance and Inspection

Inspecting, fixing, and choosing motorcycle tires to keep you and your bike safe

5/7/2018, By Brittany Morrow, Contributor
Keep up with necessary bike maintenance in this step-by-step lesson in DIY tire maintenance.
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Do It Yourself: Motorcycle Engine Oil and Filter Change

Easy, cheap, and important maintenance to keep your motorcycle running well

3/27/2018, By Tricia Szulewski, Associate Editor
Keep up with necessary bike maintenance in this step-by-step lesson in DIY oil changes.
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Do It Yourself: Final Drive Maintenance to Keep your Motorcycle Safe and Working Well

You can take care of your own bike right at home in your garage

2/5/2018, By Brittany Morrow, WRN Contributor
WRN contributor Brittany Morrow shares her best tips for DIY motorcycle maintenance that will keep you safe on the road and out of the mechanic's shop!
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