We've done over 6,000 kms on the Hyper and it's becoming obvious that the sexy (short) carbon front mudguard doesn't keep rocks and debris from hitting the radiator and front of the engine. Installing some simple guards such as Evotech's Radiator and Engine guards should provide the protection we are looking for, as seen in... Continue Reading →
Rapid Bike Evo In-Depth Review (Ducati Streetfighter 1098)
Why is fueling in modern motorcycles such a prevalent issue? One would think that manufacturers such as Ducati, Honda, Yamaha, Aprilia (...), with their deep technical knowledge, should be able to build a bike that has spot-on fueling from the factory. Alas, this is not the case and there a many reasons for it, few... Continue Reading →
Motorcycle Oil Change DIY: 15 Step Guide
Changing a motorcycle's oil is the most important procedure to stay on top of when it comes to bike maintenance. It's a relatively simple job but requires attention and an understanding of your bike to avoid mistakes that could be costly. During regular use, manufacturers typically recommend an oil change every 6,000-10,000 kms or yearly,... Continue Reading →
Project Hypermotard 939 SP: FootPeg Replacement DIY
Ducati's Hypermotard platform is arguably its most versatile, featuring models that can do everything from touring (Hyperstrada), street riding (Hypermotard) and track duty (Hypermotard SP). What's unfortunate however is that Ducati outfitted all 3 bikes with the same footpegs. Under normal riding conditions, the stockers are up-to-task, but push closer to a racing pace and... Continue Reading →
Project Hypermotard 939 SP: Tail Tidy DIY
For this project, we used the Motodynamic tail tidy (available at Motodynamic.com) One of the first mods many people do to a bike is a tail tidy, so we thought it fitting to bring you this tutorial, using the Motodynamic kit on our 2016 Ducati Hypermotard 939 SP project bike. You may be wondering why... Continue Reading →