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Headlights and horn are a neglected lot when it comes to bike maintenance. Here are some tips to ensure their long, troublefree operation

Motorcycle chain endures heavy abuse and undergoes a lot of wear and tear. It is recommended that the chain is regularly cleaned and oiled for safe and sound running of the motorcycle

So you own a cool looking motorcycle that's pretty much the neighbours' envy and owner's pride. But keeping it that way means you will have to do more than just saddling the bike and riding into the sunset. Protecting your motorcycle's exteriors will determine how cool your bike looks in the long run. So how do we do that?

For things that go fast, they must also come to a stop with equal urgency and for that the sole component responsible is the brake. Motorcycles feature a dedicated braking unit for each of the two wheels and it is highly critical that the health and well being of the braking components is regularly checked and maintained to ensure rider's safety.

Tyres and tubes on two-wheelers need to be checked regularly. Here's what all you need to inspect...