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  • Tuning & Performance

How to Read Spark Plugs Like a Motorcycle Pro

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Keenly reading spark plugs reveals engine health clues, and mastering this skill can help you keep your motorcycle running perfectly—find out how inside.
  • Heritage Cycle Works Team
  • April 5, 2026
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  • Buying Guides

How to Check Compression Before Buying a Project Bike

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Worried about potential engine issues? Learn how to accurately check compression before buying a project bike to avoid costly surprises later.
  • Heritage Cycle Works Team
  • April 3, 2026
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  • Garage & Tools

What a Leak Down Test Can Reveal About a Motorcycle Engine

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The leak down test can reveal hidden engine issues that impact performance, but understanding what it uncovers is essential for effective repairs.
  • Heritage Cycle Works Team
  • April 2, 2026
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  • Garage & Tools

How to Use a Compression Tester on a Motorcycle Engine

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Knowledge of proper compression testing techniques reveals engine health, but understanding your readings will help you diagnose potential issues effectively.
  • Heritage Cycle Works Team
  • April 1, 2026
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  • Troubleshooting

Low Compression: Diagnosing Worn Piston Rings or Valves

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Gaining insight into low compression issues involves diagnosing worn piston rings or valves; discover how to identify and fix these problems effectively.
  • Heritage Cycle Works Team
  • January 22, 2026
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  • Troubleshooting

Backfires and Popping: Diagnosing Exhaust and Carburetion Causes

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Optimize your engine’s performance by diagnosing backfires and popping sounds, uncovering the root causes in exhaust and carburetion issues.
  • Heritage Cycle Works Team
  • January 13, 2026
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DRAGSTRIP — 1320 Feet in 3.7 Seconds — One Run, One Clock (FABLE/175, room 135)
  • Riding Culture

Inside Room 135 of 175: The Making of “DRAGSTRIP — 1320 Feet in 3.7 Seconds”

An AI-built exhibition turns a fictional quarter-mile pass into a live timing…
  • Heritage Cycle Works
  • October 5, 2026
Recreating An Antique Hit-and-Miss Engine With Lego Is One Way To Kill Time
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Recreating An Antique Hit-and-Miss Engine With Lego Is One Way To Kill Time

YouTuber Delton Adams built a working Lego model of an antique hit-and-miss engine,…
  • Heritage Cycle Works Team
  • October 5, 2026
Here’s What The Feds’ Remote ‘Kill Switch’ Plan Is Really About
  • Ownership & Legal

Here’s What The Feds’ Remote ‘Kill Switch’ Plan Is Really About

A 2021 law directs NHTSA to set standards for impairment-prevention technology in new…
  • Heritage Cycle Works Team
  • October 5, 2026

14 Best Motorcycle Wheel Chocks in 2027

Discover the top motorcycle wheel chocks for trailers, trucks, and garages in 2027.…
  • Heritage Cycle Works Team
  • October 5, 2026
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