Back End
2017 KX250F Header Pipe Fix
The 2017 Kawasaki KX250F has a strong motor with plenty of grunt but the “power bomb” header pipe has been restricted to keep noise down. Unfortunately, this makes the bottom-end a little mellow.
Greasing Linkage Bearings
A new bike comes straight from the factory with little or no grease in the swingarm pivot and linkage bearings.
Tackling Gnarly Tree Roots
Gnarly roots cause trailriders serious heartache. Done wrong they can halt progress quick smart and cause painful crashes. Here’s how to just get them done, until you gain confidence.
Replace a two-stroke crank seal
Crank seals in two strokes can wear and start to leak, creating problems. If a crank seal is leaking it can allow gearbox oil to enter the crankcase and causes the bike to run rich.
Start Ya Bastard! Two-Stroke Starter Motors
Two-stroke starter motors were hailed as a breakthrough a few years back, but not everyone’s happy. Tech Ed Mat Boyd investigates
Turn Around On A Hill
We’ve all been traiIriding and been stuck on a hill. It could be too steep, there could be a nasty obstacle half way up or you could simply just not get up at the first attempt.
Open Up An Airbox
Some Euro bikes are coming in with very restrictive airboxes due to EU noise laws. This reduces induction noise but also robs the engine of air for combustion.
How To Change Engine Oil
Changing the engine oil and oil filter on your bike is a task that needs performing regularly to keep the bike in perfect running condition. We show you the steps to get the job done.
Adjusting 4CS Fork Oil
Forks contain oil which creates damping. You can change the characteristics of the fork by changing the height of the oil inside.
Adventure Riding Skills Part 5 - Hill Stall
Stephen Gall shows us how to get out of a hill stall in Part 5 of out Hardcore Adventure rider tip series.
Adventure Riding Skills Part 4: Hardpack Turns (Standing v Seated)
In Part 4 of our Hardcore Adventure riding tip, Stephen Gall shows us the technique for riding through hardpack turns.
Six biggest suspension mistakes
Most bikes these days come with fully adjustable suspension, which can be great. It can also be bad, if the rider heads in the wrong direction with their suspension set-up.