Christine Harrell's Articles in Motorcycles

  • Bikers Give Back Through Charitable Work
    Although sometimes the public forgets, riders of Harley-Davidson's and other motorcycles are people too. We have the same concerns and needs as anyone else and the same desire to help those less fortunate. There are dozens of biker-sponsored charities out there including the few mentioned here.
  • Preparing Your Harley-Davidson for Iron Butt Rides
    Are you considering Iron Butt, dubbed the "world's toughest motorcycle rally"? If the idea of riding 11,000 miles in 11 days seems like a fun challenge, you first need to get your bike in shape.
  • The Ins and Outs of Harley Exhaust Systems
    Most of us like to turn heads with our bikes and the exhaust is a big part of that. A cool looking exhaust system can really enhance the appearance of your motorcycle. Plus the distinctive throaty roar of a Harley-Davidson engine comes from the exhaust.
  • Do You Want To Start Your Own Custom Harley Shop?
    Many people dream of owning a business, and turning a hobby into a profession can seem like the ideal way to realize that dream. If you like to build and fix your own Harley Davidson, you could turn your passion for motorcycles into a lucrative opportunity. The subject of starting a business is beyond the scope of this small article, but here are a few tips to get you started.
  • Types of Motorcycle Frames
    If you are going to build a motorcycle, the frame determines the basic look of the bike. Of course motorcycle frames affect not only the appearance of the bike but the handling and safety of the finished machine.
  • Reviews of Motorcycle Building Books
    Building your own bike from motorcycle parts is cheaper than buying one new and is a whole lot of fun. When you are done, there is nothing like the satisfaction of driving around on a machine you built with your bare hands.
  • Three Ways to Build a Motorcycle
    Some people build custom bikes because they are cheaper than buying one. Others just want the I-built-that feeling as they look at it. Still others might want customization that they can't get in an "off the shelf" model.
  • History of the Shovelhead Engine
    There is no bike on the road that looks like a Harley-Davidson. Over the manufacturer's century-long history, the look of the Harley has changed and the true enthusiast can tell the year of a bike at a glance. One of the most obvious clues is the distinctive Harley engine.
  • History of the Shovelhead Engine
    For twenty years, Harleys got their look from the Shovelhead engine, the engine that many people even today automatically associate with the bike.
  • Gift Ideas for the Motorcyclist in Your Life
    Some people are nearly impossible to buy gifts for. However, if someone has a hobby, that's always a good source for gift ideas. There are countless options for motorcycle riders no matter what your gift budget is.
  • Build A Custom Motorcycle Without Going Broke
    Building a custom motorcycle isn't just something fun to do; it's something that can consume your life! But that's not necessarily a bad thing, as long as it doesn't consume your wallet in the process.
  • Top 5 Wintertime Motorcycle Tours
    Just because winter is right around the corner doesn't mean that you need to lock your bike in the garage. There are plenty of places where the sun is warm, the air is cool, and the scenery will take your breath away.
  • 5 Ways to Convince Your Spouse that You Need a Custom Built Motorcycle
    There's no better feeling than cruising the open road on your own, completely personalized motorcycle that you built from the ground up from one of the many custom bike kits available today. But there are also a lot of "practical" reasons for building a killer custom motorcycle using custom bike kits as opposed to buying a stock motorcycle or a car.
  • Choosing and Installing a Motorcycle Battery
    Although a motorcycle battery and other types of vehicle batteries are built for longevity, over time batteries will slow down and eventually wear out. This occurs when the sulfate that flows over the plates begins to build up a residue on the plates, slowly diminishing the conductivity.

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