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Practical motorcycle guides, workshop advice and useful tips from the Motorcycle Masters team.

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Tyres, Wheels & Suspension Servicing, Inspections & Repairs Engine & Performance Brakes, Electrical & Fuel Drivetrain & Chassis Buying & Selling Motorcycles Used Motorcycle Parts & Wreckers
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Tyres, Wheels & Suspension

Something feels off with your bike? Let’s get into tyres, wheels, suspension and what could be going on.

Got five minutes? Check your tyres before you ride.
TYRES, WHEELS & SUSPENSION

Got five minutes? Check your tyres before you ride.

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Pirelli Tyres for Motorcycles: How to Choose the Right Tyre
TYRES, WHEELS & SUSPENSION

Pirelli Tyres for Motorcycles: How to Choose the Right Tyre

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Servicing, Inspections & Repairs

Got a bike that needs a bit of attention? Let’s talk servicing, repairs, common problems and everything in between.

Motorcycle Log Book Servicing: Can You Use an Independent Workshop?
SERVICING, INSPECTIONS & REPAIRS

Motorcycle Log Book Servicing: Can You Use an Independent Workshop?

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Why Use a Professional Motorcycle Workshop?
SERVICING, INSPECTIONS & REPAIRS

Why Use a Professional Motorcycle Workshop?

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WOVR Inspection Perth WA: Complete Guide for Motorcycle Owners
SERVICING, INSPECTIONS & REPAIRS

WOVR Inspection Perth WA: Complete Guide for Motorcycle Owners

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03

Engine & Performance

Engine maintenance, diagnostics, performance and everything that keeps your motorcycle running properly.

How to Improve Your Motorcycle Engine Performance
ENGINE & PERFORMANCE

How to Improve Your Motorcycle Engine Performance

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Motorcycle Engine Diagnostics: How Does It Work?
ENGINE & PERFORMANCE

Motorcycle Engine Diagnostics: How Does It Work?

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Top-End vs Bottom-End Motorcycle Engine Rebuild
ENGINE & PERFORMANCE

Top-End vs Bottom-End Motorcycle Engine Rebuild

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04

Brakes, Electrical & Fuel

From brake pads to batteries, here’s a closer look at the parts that help your bike stop, start and stay on the road.

Motorcycle Brake Fluid: When Should You Change It?
BRAKES, ELECTRICAL & FUEL

Motorcycle Brake Fluid: When Should You Change It?

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Motorcycle Brake Service: What Does It Include?
BRAKES, ELECTRICAL & FUEL

Motorcycle Brake Service: What Does It Include?

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Motorcycle Battery Problems: Signs of a Failing Battery
BRAKES, ELECTRICAL & FUEL

Motorcycle Battery Problems: Signs of a Failing Battery

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05

Drivetrain & Chassis

Got a bike that feels a little off? Let’s get into the bits that can make a difference to how it rides.

Wheel Bearings: Signs They're on Their Way Out
DRIVETRAIN & CHASSIS

Wheel Bearings: Signs They're on Their Way Out

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Motorcycle Chain Maintenance: How Often Should You Lube and Adjust It?
DRIVETRAIN & CHASSIS

Motorcycle Chain Maintenance: How Often Should You Lube and Adjust It?

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Chain and Sprockets: When Is It Time to Replace Them?
DRIVETRAIN & CHASSIS

Chain and Sprockets: When Is It Time to Replace Them?

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Buying & Selling Motorcycles

Buying a bike can be exciting… until you spot something that doesn’t look quite right. Here’s what to look out for.

How Many Kilometres Is Too Many for a Used Motorcycle?
BUYING & SELLING MOTORCYCLES

How Many Kilometres Is Too Many for a Used Motorcycle?

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Selling a Motorcycle in Australia: How to Get the Best Price
BUYING & SELLING MOTORCYCLES

Selling a Motorcycle in Australia: How to Get the Best Price

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Bike Sales Australia: Buying Tips for Riders
BUYING & SELLING MOTORCYCLES

Bike Sales Australia: Buying Tips for Riders

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Used Motorcycle Parts & Wreckers

Learn about used motorcycle parts, OEM components, motorcycle wreckers and finding the right part for your bike.

How much can you save with used parts?
USED MOTORCYCLE PARTS & WRECKERS

How much can you save with used parts?

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Are used motorcycle parts worth buying?
USED MOTORCYCLE PARTS & WRECKERS

Are used motorcycle parts worth buying?

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Why Motorcycle Wreckers Are a Great Source of Spare Parts
USED MOTORCYCLE PARTS & WRECKERS

Why Motorcycle Wreckers Are a Great Source of Spare Parts

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