The Blog
News, how-tos, new parts, and tech talk from the shop in Hampstead, NH.
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Rick’s Hotshot Rotors
If you’re restoring your vintage Honda or Kawasaki motorcycle, one of your key priorities should be getting an upgraded rotor. This is because older motorcycles often have inadequate charging systems, depriving you of a lot of potential power. Luckily, you can now get a Rick’s Hotshot rotor and overcome the charging system deficiency. In this…
Latest Barn Find: Suzuki GS1000S Wes Cooley Replica
We all know that everyone likes a good barn find story, right? This new one is one of my favorites and involves my buddy Mike, owner of former MOTO Sports Xing out of Kingston, NH . Mike’s passion is vintage, mostly Kawasaki and Ducati – that’s why we get along so well!!! And also one of…
Stators: A Complete Guide
What is a stator, and how does it work? If you’re not sure what a stator is or how to maintain it, you’re not alone. Many motorcyclists and motorsport enthusiasts ignore their entire electrical and charging systems until they malfunction. Today’s technology-driven parts are generally reliable and long-lasting, so it’s often better not to mess…
3 Things You Can Do With a Vintage Motorcycle
You’ve got a vintage motorcycle collecting dust in your garage, shed or basement. You understand that it’s a piece of history, and maybe even has some personal significance to you or a loved one, but you’re just not sure what to do with it. Read on as we break down three ways your vintage motorcycle…
Ricks motorcycle Safety Tips + the Top Tips from Our Customers
Though riding a motorcycle is both thrilling and freeing, safety should be a top priority. Whether you are new to the world of motorcycles or a seasoned pro, keeping yourself, your passengers, and other drivers on the road safe requires some thought and planning. Keep reading for our top motorcycle safety tips, as well…
Stators: So What Exactly Are They?
When talking about power sports engines, a stator is the part of the charging system which generates the power needed to run all the electronics of the machine. The charging systems perform much the same function that alternators would in your truck or car. There are two fundamental types of charging systems – field excited…
How Old Does a Motorcycle Have to Be to Be Considered Vintage?
Vintage motorcycles are very popular, both with collectors and legitimate motorheads who love the sound, feel, and vibe of cruising on a vintage two-wheeler. However, the fact that a bike looks vintage doesn’t mean that it is vintage. In truth, a motorcycle needs to be of a certain age and fulfill certain other criteria to be…
How to Start a Snowmobile That Has Been Sitting
If you own a snowmobile, you’ve probably been there. The snowmobile has been sitting dormant throughout the summer and you haven’t started it once. When you try – nothing. It’s a frustrating situation, but not an uncommon one. Ideally, you should try to run engines at least once a week to prevent this kind of…
How to Test a Motorcycle Rectifier using a digital multimeter
Having a functioning rectifier regulator is one of the key elements to maintaining a healthy and reliable motorcycle. The rectifier regulator converts AC power to DC allowing the alternator to charge the battery, and controls the amount of power delivered to the battery. Without a functioning rectifier-regulator, a weak, dead, or overcharged battery would be the…
Ural sighting at local car show
Ural Sighting at Local Car Show For seven years, the annual car show hosted by Joe Faro has drawn crowds with the possibility of seeing some truly remarkable cars. This year’s show in Salem was no different. However, there was something else that caught our eye. Since the first Daimler Reitwagen was designed and built…
Jericho ATV Trails
Some of you may not know, but we are located on the east coast in southern New Hampshire – in that little part of the state that’s between Massachusetts and Maine. So we have easy access to the Maine coast & the New Hampshire mountains. We are very lucky to be so close to the…
Jumping A Motorcycle with a Car: Should you do it?
Being stranded on the side of the road with a dead motorcycle battery is not a situation any motorcyclist wants to find themselves in. The temptation to wave a passing motorist down for a jump may sound like a good idea but there are some things to consider before you do so. First of all,…