It’s come to my attention that I am doing a horrible job of generating updates around here lately. It’s not for a lack of doing things, let me tell you. Rather, it’s just that I’m so busy that I really … Read More
For those who are building cafe racers, brats, or any of the numerous other styles, a bikes suspension can play a huge part in the final performance of your machine. In fact, suspension ultimately is one of the most important … Read More
That’s a high resolution photo of the completed engine and it feels good! I still haven’t gotten to the points replacement, but it’s simple, I promise. I’m just waiting on some aluminum bar stock so that I can machine up … Read More
This last week I went on a crusade of the motorcycle variety to round up some of the components I haven’t paid much attention to. I started with the wheels The plan is to replace the old steel wheels with … Read More
This past weekend, as planned, I picked up my RD350 from my father. I’m sure he’s glad to be rid of it, as it will free up another 15 square feet of floor space in his garage. I wish I … Read More
Back when I was a senior in high school, almost ten full years ago, a family friend named Phillip gave me a Yamaha RD350. These bikes are 350cc twin cylinder, two-stroke, reed valve units. Estimates I’ve come across put the … Read More
Yesterday I had the opportunity to do some more testing with the Silent Disco broadcast system. This time around I was only trying to gauge the distance capability of the system. Using the AirPort Extreme base station connected to the … Read More
I promised some DIY projects on here but have yet to deliver. So here we are. This is your only warning, this is a nerd heavy wall of text. Bail now or be prepared to be bored to death! If … Read More