Category Archives: Maintenance/Repairs

Getting Ready for the Long Road

Posted on July 20, 2012 by Joe Popp

Ever since I read On The Road and Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance I have dreamed about going cross-country on a motorcycle. I took a trip to Canada last year on a rented Triumph Street Triple, but that … Continue reading →

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The Art of Motorcycle Maintenance and Mollusks

Posted on June 24, 2012 by Joe Popp

Part of the joy of owning a motorcycle is getting to perform mechanical work. Many will disagree with me regarding this mindset because most motorists view their vehicles as a mode of transportation, a device to get them from point … Continue reading →

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The Corbin Seat – Myth or Reality?

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Joe Popp

My friends all made a point of sending me the recent news story about a man suing BMW and Corbin Seats for getting a 20 hour erection. Read the captivating story here. What non-motorcyclists don’t realize is that a comfortable … Continue reading →

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A Day at the Boss’s House

Posted on June 10, 2012 by Joe Popp

I have a great parking space in my apartment building, but unfortunately I am forbidden to perform any mechanical work on my bike in the garage. I am sure the owners fear people will spill oil and just generally mess … Continue reading →

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Brackets and Locks

Posted on May 25, 2012 by Joe Popp

I really wish I could do more work on my bike but my parking garage does not allow mechanical work of any kind. It’s lame, but part of what I must deal with living in NYC as a motorcyclist. There … Continue reading →

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A Small Repair?

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Joe Popp

When I took the Brick in for inspection, Cycle Therapy informed me that the rear tail light was cracked. This was no a big deal. It was just a chunk of the red translucent plastic on the side of the … Continue reading →

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The Maiden Voyage…

Posted on May 5, 2012 by Joe Popp

After all of the rigmarole of getting my bike purchased, parked, insured, and registered it was time for a trip. Before I could take off though there was the issue of maintenance. This is a 24 year old motorcycle and … Continue reading →

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