Technical

Teknik articles have appeared in several of Australia's finest motorcycle mags, such as Australasian Dirt Bike, Adventure Rider Magazine & Transmoto.

Our resident guru Nick Dole writes the odd article, which have been reproduced here for your benefit. Regular columns like "On The Tools" or "DIY Workshop" give you the basics of how the mechanical bits of your bike work, how they can be improved, which parts are the most effective and why, and approximately how much you could expect to spend for what.
If you don't already know of Transmoto Magazine, ADB Mag or Adventure Rider, they are Australia's most important offroad motorcycle magazines.

Comparative Suspension Fluid Oil Weight Table

[edit] About 13 years ago I did a comparative oil weights table for Transmoto magazine. I thought it was time I published it on our own site in an updated format. Read more

Shim Factor Calculator

[edit] How many 0.15 shims do I need to use to replace a stack of 0.10 shims? Its not about the thickness - the stiffness of a shim does not increase proportionally to its thickness. Use this handy tool to work out replacement shim quantities. Read more

Free Suspension Setup Tips

[edit] Can you set up a bike’s suspension without spending a cent? You can if you know where to look… Read more

Suspension Mods for your Budget

[edit] What kinds of modifications suit my budget? How can I get the best Bang for my Buck? Read more

Bike Maintenance & Repair

[edit] Riding your new bike. It's one of the best feelings in the world. With a little work it can stay that way. Read more

Kayaba & Showa Suspensions

[edit] Chances are that your bike, and probably even your car, has their suspension. Read more

Changing Shock Springs

[edit] They are full of potential energy, and if you aren't careful with how you remove them, can be shockingly powerful. Read more

Closed Vs Open Chamber Forks

[edit] Most modern bikes running oil forks have either an open-chamber or closed-chamber design. Air forks may be light, but they aren't as durable, stable & reliable. Read more

Shock Linkage Maintenance

[edit] Is your rear suspension feeling sticky or stiff or crunchy? The culprit might not be the shock absorber. Read more

Gearing

[edit] Changing your bike's gearing can transform its personality overnight. You can save seconds at the track quickly & easily. Read more

Clutches

[edit] It takes a pounding from both the engine & the driveline, and no sympathy from riders either. Read more

Nuts & Bolts

[edit] We've all seen plenty of them, but do you really know the physics of how they work? Read more

Air / Fuel Ratios

[edit] Is your engine running properly? Got a flat spot in power? Is it lean or rich? Read more

Air Filter Service

[edit] Keep the dirt & dust out of your bike's lungs effectively - and save yourself a costly engine rebuild. Read more

Loud Bikes & Locked Gates

[edit] Aftermarket Mufflers are really popular, and make more power with less weight. Or do they? Read more

Replacing your Bike's Graphics

[edit] Your bike's graphics say a lot about your personality. Your sense of style, your sponsors, your likes and how you treat your bike. Read more

Changing A 4 Stroke Piston

[edit] How well do you know your engine? If you're a beginner, here's your chance to learn, and if you're experienced, here are some great tips. Read more

Changing an Engine Timing Chain

[edit] Timing is everything. Especially when it's measured in milliseconds. These chains seem invincible, but stretch and wear over time, so need replacement. Read more

Teknik Tapered Wire PDS Springs

[edit] WP's PDS (no-linkage) rear suspension is simple, light & low maintenance. But not smooth or progressive. Read more

Upgrading Kawasaki's KX450F

[edit] It's back and better than ever. But it can be even betterer. Read more