Tayler's Trails & Tales

ABOUT ME

Wrench Tip Wednesday: Grips

01/16/2019

Grips are a wear item that should be replaced as needed. If you are gripping the bike more with your legs and less with your hands, the handlebar grips should last for what seems like forever! First off, choose what type of grip you want. I use to have a problem with twisting grips. They could be glued and wired on and it I would still twist them! A few years ago, I finally decided to try lock on grips, I no longer twist grips. I use ODI EMIG lock on, they are a little harder than most grips

READ MORE
Wrench Tip Wednesday: Installing Seat Covers

01/09/2019

Did you know that getting rid of the stock seat cover with something rad automatically makes you faster? Haha kidding but it sure does make your bike look cool! I absolutely hate installing seat covers, no patience for that. First off, the old seat cover needs to be removed. Sometimes, getting the staples out can be a chore. I discovered the combo of a flathead screwdriver and needle nose pliers will do the trick. Once all stables are removed and old cover is off, turn the seat right-side up.

READ MORE
Wrench Tip Wednesday: Chains

01/02/2019

Chain and sprockets are easy to forget about but need to be near the top of the list for maintenance checks, like before every ride. Having a chain too loose, too tight, or wore out could be bad. When the chain is too loose it can wear out the chain slide prematurely or derail. A derailed chain can be super annoying and will delay the ride. A chain that is too tight can snap. When a chain breaks, it can damage the bike or even hit the rider in the back. Bet that will hurt. Majority of the time,

READ MORE

My name is Tayler Bonecutter and I will be the main writer of this blog. Telling tales of my adventures, race reports, and tech tips. Occasionally, Dee Irey will have a funny, fictional story.

My parents own Bonecutter Off Road, my specialties are parts and giving useless knowlege. Dirt bikes are my passion and I have been traveling the country racing them.

Tayler's Trails & Tales

ABOUT ME

Wrench Tip Wednesday: Grips

READ MORE

Wrench Tip Wednesday: Installing Seat Covers

READ MORE

Wrench Tip Wednesday: Chains

READ MORE

Building a Race Bike According to Bonecutter's

Read More

TAGS