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1958 Buick Specifications

Though Buick models, like the Century, Special and Limited had been very popular in the mid 1930s and early '40s, the years following the Great Depression marked the end of an era for many of these Buick model series. There were five models that Buick introduced in 1958. They were the...

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A picture of the Confederate Black Flag's engine.

Using Mobile Phone While Driving Is A Growing Problem

Driving a motor vehicle on public road could be challenging task. Irresponsible driving can be a dangerous activity for most of the people. Careless driving can harm road users and driver as well.

How to Test the Battery on a Harley Davidson

Harley-Davidson motorcycles require a well-maintained battery in order to function properly. Unfortunately, since most Americans view motorcycles as recreational vehicles, most Harleys are weekend warriors that spend more time in the garage than on the road. This can degrade the battery's charge and

Sport Bike Modifications - LED Lighting

Sport bikes are fast, nimble and sexy machines. One of the easiest and cheapest modifications you can do to your Sport Bike is to add LEDs on it to help be seen at night and also it is great for cosmetic purposes.

The Features of a 1968 Camaro

The 1968 Camaro is one of the great American dream machines of the 1960s and '70s. Car enthusiasts agree that the first generation Camaros were extraordinary cars on the outside from their "bumble bee" nose stripe to the staggered rear shock absorbers on the 210-hp and 250-hp engines. The...

General Motors 3.1 V6 Engine Specs

Thinkstock Images/Comstock/Getty ImagesGeneral Motors began producing 60-degree V6 engines in 1980 with its 2.8-liter engine. Over the years, the company began manufacturing slightly larger engines with larger bores and higher output potential. The GM 3.1-liter engine has six cylinders in...

Proper Eye Protection

A helmet, jacket and gloves offer the minimum amount of protection needed to ride a motorcycle. However, some helmets, such as half- and three-quarter helmets, do not offer any type of protection for a crucial component of your body--your eyes.

How to Compare 50cc Scooters

50cc scooters have been popular personal transportation vehicles since the introduction of Vespas and Lambrettas in the 1950s. The small, step-through frame motorbikes are a fun, economical way to get around. They're inexpensive to purchase and easy to park and store.

How to Modify a Double Motorcycle Seat to a Single

To modify a motorcycle with two seats you are going to have to buy a seat-conversion kit. In the conversion kit will be a seat and a plastic or fiberglass cover to conceal the rear seat compartment. On sport motorcycles with a raised rear seat, you will need to replace the seat with a cover. The dea

Speedo

A picture of the 2008 Harley-Davidson Crossbones speedometer.

Where Are Dunlop Tires Made?

In 1888, John Boyd Dunlop took out a patent for the first pneumatic tire in history. His revolutionary tire design, which for the first time used a hollow rubber inflated with compressed air, grew over time into a major tire industry that, as of January 1, 2010, had the capacity to produce 320,167,0

Basic Motorcycle Training

Motorcycle riding is inherently dangerous. Motorcycle basic training, organized by governments and private organizations, give new riders essential skills to handle real-world riding situations.

Motorcycle Tool Bags - Keeping Your Tools Organized And Accessible

You never know when the unexpected might happen while you're out on your motorcycle, and a mechanical failure is certainly not out of the question. This is one reason that you always need to have a few of the more important tools along with you at all times. Motorcycle tool bags can help make t

How to Ride the BSA Lightning

The BSA Lightning was built in England between 1965 and 1972, and in its day was one of the quickest motorcycles you could buy. While riding the BSA Lightning is essentially similar to riding other motorcycles, the bike does have a quirk or two that has to be addressed by the rider. One of these is

Scooter Tips

Scooters are an ideal way to get through a city or urban area. Scooters are compact and can easily weave through dense traffic. Not only can they save you time when getting to work or that big party, scooters are fuel efficient. Add to that the affordable insurance and the low maintenance fees, a sc

Top Case

A picture of the 2010 Honda SH150i top case accessory.

Motorcycles in Movies

If you asked a classic motorcycle enthusiast which movie featuring a motorcycles came to mind first, he or she would probably say On Any Sunday. Although not a movie per se, this classic biking documentary was backed by longtime motorcycle enthusiast Steve McQueen and is still shown around the world

How to Be a Race Car Driver

Ever wanted to burn rubber on a racetrack but don't know how to get started? Look no further! It will take time and effort to become a racecar driver, but the thrill of victory is irreplaceable!