30 Minute Motorcycling

The transmission might seem complex - but it doesn't have to be. Once you understand why you need it, it's actually not as complicated as it might seem.

Just like how the concept of gear ratios isn't all that complex.

Tune in to discover:

• The basic principles of a motorcycle transmission
• Why you need a transmission in the first place
• What gear ratios are

Resources:

• The Dual Wheel Journey blog post "The Motorcycle Transmission & Gear Ratios Demystified"

If your bike's engine is on its last legs, it might be time to get a new one.

Or maybe you want to get your hands dirty by doing a complete engine overhaul?

Tune in to discover:

• What an engine overhaul is
• The differences between an engine overhaul and an engine replacement
• 3 common reasons to do an engine overhaul
• How must it costs

Resources:

• The Dual Wheel Journey Blog post - "When Do You Need to Do An Engine Overhaul?"
• YouTube Video - "Honda SS50 engine strip down, rebuild and start"

If you've listened to Episode 16, you'll know the differences between a moped and a scooter. But do you know what a "noped" is?

If you don't, this is the episode for you.

Tune in to discover:

• The definition of "noped"
• How the ignition system for the very first mopeds worked

Resources:

• YouTube video of a 1958 Mobylette moped being started up 
• The Dual Wheel Journey blog post - "What is a 'Noped'?"

If you've been to or if you live in Southeast Asia, you'll have seen a special type of motorcycle known as "underbones."

But what is an underbone, and what makes them unique from a "regular" scooter?

Tune in to discover:

• The tell-tale signs of an underbone motorcycle
• Differences between an underbone and a scooter

Resources:

• The Dual Wheel Journey blog post "What is an Underbone Motorcycle?"

If you've ever struggled to start a carburetted motorcycle, moped, or scooter on a cold morning, it's because carburetors don't like the cold at all.

Thankfully, that's where the 'choke' comes in to save the day. But what is the choke, and how do you use it?

Tune in to discover:

• What the "choke" is
• How it works, and how to use it
• Why it's called a "choke" to begin with

Resources;

• The Dual Wheel Journey blog post 'What Is the Choke?'
• Tomos America YouTube video - "Use the CHOKE on a moped or scooter or motorcycle"

Did you know that motorcycle or two-wheeler tires can be tubed or tubeless? But what's the difference between the two types?

And how come tubed tires are still available for motorcycles - even though cars stopped using them ages ago?

Tune in to discover:

• The design of tubed and tubeless tires
• Why tubed tires are still around - at least for motorcycles

Resources:

• RevZilla blog post - "Tubed vs. tubeless tires: All you need to know"
• Chapmoto.com blog post - "Tubed Versus Tubeless Motorcycle Tires: History, Design And Style"

An internal combustion motorcycle, moped, or scooter uses either a carburetor or a fuel injector for its fuel delivery system. 

And if you're curious about the differences between the two and how they work, this episode is for you.

Tune in to discover:
- How a carburetor and a fuel injector works, respectively
- The 5 parts of a CV carburetor
- What a "petcock"/"fuel tap" is

Resources:

• Understanding the Parts of a Motorcycle Carburetor | MC Garage
• Tomos America YouTube video - "Petcock Tutorial"

As small as it might be, a fuse plays a key role in protecting your motorcycle's electrics.

Tune in to discover:
- What a fuse does, and where the fusebox is
- Why some fuses have different colors

Resources:
- How to Test a Motorcycle Fuse for Continuity with a Multimeter YouTube Video
- What is a Fuse & Fuse Color Coding - The Dual Wheel Journey
- Multimeter Tool Tutorial - The Dual Wheel Journey

The electrical system might seem like an area with a strict "no-touchy" policy, but it's worth knowing more about electricity and electrical system.

And the difference between voltage, current, and resistance is a great place to start - but also how you can protect yourself from a lethal shock.


Tune in to discover:
- The differences between electrical voltage, current, and resistance
- 4 essential safety tips to keep yourself from getting zapped

Resource:
- The Dual Wheel Journey post - "Electrical Voltage, Current, Resistance, and Wattage Explained"

Do you keep looking for an answer to the question "what is the drivetrain?" Look no further; this episode is the answer!

Tune in to discover:
- What the term "drivetrain" refers to
- The 3 parts that the drivetrain consists of - from primary to final drive

Resources:
- 30 Minute Motorcycling Episode #21 - Chain Drive vs. Belt Drive & Chain Slack
- Dual Wheel Journey blog post "What is the Drivetrain, Anyway?"