Mechanics and News

El Regreso de la Harley-Davidson Super Glide: 55 Años de la Custom de Fábrica que lo Cambió Todo
55 años después de que Willie G. Davidson creara la primera custom de fábrica del mundo, Harley-Davidson trae de vuelta la Super Glide en una edición limitada de 2.500 unidades.... Read more...
Nueva Sportster china con chasis rígido y homologación Euro 5+
El fabricante Bashan ha presentado su nuevo modelo Bobber con chasis rígido y horquilla tipo Springer, equipado con motor Shinerai Sportster 1200cc con homoloación Euro 5+, lista para comercializarse en... Read more...
Indian esconde su radar ARAS dentro del faro principal
El diseño resuelve el problema de los sensores de radar expuestos y antiestéticos. Indian ha estado trabajando discretamente en la adopción del control de crucero adaptativo basado en radar durante... Read more...
¿El retorno Cafe Racer? Harley-Davidson innova con el concepto RMCR
Hay momentos en la historia de una marca que marcan un antes y un después, y lo que vivimos hace unos días en el Mama Tried Show de Milwaukee tiene... Read more...
Firma española afirma haber resuelto el mayor obstáculo de las motocicletas eléctricas con carga rápida
La start-up española BBM Motorcycles presenta la Hiro, una moto eléctrica con carga rápida DC que promete llenar su batería al 80% en solo 15 minutos, marcando un posible punto... Read more...
Harley-Davidson desvela más detalles de la Bagger World Cup
Harley-Davidson revela en EICMA el prototipo de competición, los primeros equipos confirmados y el logo oficial de la Bagger World Cup que debutará en 2026 junto a MotoGP. Read more...
Starrs llega a Harley-Davidson con las ideas claras: primero los concesionarios
Análisis del nuevo rumbo de Harley-Davidson bajo el liderazgo de Artie Starrs, quien prioriza a los concesionarios y la eficiencia de capital como ejes de su estrategia de recuperación. Read more...
Harley-Davidson and MotoGP present the "Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup" – The first world championship for bagger racing
Harley-Davidson and MotoGP™ today officially unveiled the Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup, along with its full 2026 race schedule, marking the launch of the first global racing series dedicated to high-performance... Read more...
Brembo brakes, how to become the world leader in friction
Brembo brakes help sell motorcycles by demonstrating that the manufacturer chose a premium component for their machine. But how did the Italian brake company become such a renowned brand in... Read more...
Harley-Davidson and MotoGP: A Strategic Alliance on the Horizon
The motorcycle racing scene is preparing for a significant addition starting in 2026, the result of a recent collaboration between Dorna Sports , the operator of MotoGP , and Harley-Davidson... Read more...
The History of All Harley-Davidson Engines 1903-2022 Timeline
1903-1918 Single Cylinder The first successful motorcycle engine, created by William Harley and Arthur Davidson, was a 24.74 cubic inch F-Head single-cylinder, known as the original single-cylinder. Developed between 1902... Read more...
Harley-Davidson 2023: CVO Street Glide and CVO Road Glide with VVT
Finally, Harley-Davidson Big Twin engines with variable valve timing (VVT) have been introduced on the new 2023 Street Glide CVO and 2023 Road Glide CVO models. We'll tell you about... Read more...
Harley-Davidson 2023 Touring CVO 121" with VVT?
This month, photos of the interior of the Harley-Davidson factory were released online, featuring the new CVO Road Glide and CVO Street Glide Anniversary models. Looking at the photographs, you... Read more...
Indian Sport Chief 2023, factory clubstyle
Indian has just introduced a new model in its flagship Chief series, geared toward handling and performance. The new 2023 Indian Sport Chief, a motorcycle the company calls the "most... Read more...
New Harley-Davidson X350 and X500 models
In collaboration with Chinese company Qianjiang, Harley-Davidson is about to launch two new mid-displacement models: the X350 (HD350) and X500 (HD500). Both models take the engine and many of the... Read more...
Has the Sportster model reached its end of production? It depends...
It seems that not everything is finished for the legendary Sportster model. The SWM brand has created a "clone" of this motorcycle, presenting a prototype at the Milan EICMA show... Read more...
Vance & Hines exhausts approved for Harley-Davidson
California Motorcycles has added these Thorcat-approved Vance & Hines exhausts to its catalog, replacing the stock internal silencer with an EC/ABE-approved silencer and, in some cases, adding a catalytic converter... Read more...
The importance of using screw locks
In this example we can see how the use of threadlockers can prevent major engine problems. And remember to always use the appropriate grade of threadlocker (soft, medium, or strong).... Read more...
Harley-Davidson Milwaukee Eight camshaft replacement tutorial
In this Harley mechanics tutorial, Frank Burguera of California Motorcycles shows you how to install an S&S geared camshaft kit on a Harley-Davidson Milwaukee Eight M8 engine. We'll guide you... Read more...
How to grind valves and valve seats
In this tutorial, Frank Burguera of California Motorcycles explains how to perform valve lapping. Lapping should be performed when replacing valves, valve seats, valve guides, or any other type of... Read more...
Oil Change: What to Do with Used Oil
Do you like to do your own motorcycle maintenance? We'll tell you how to properly recycle used oil, protecting the environment while also protecting your motorcycle. Read on... Read more...
How to (correctly) adjust your motorcycle's throttle
One of the most important parts of the motorcycle, where the rider directly interacts with the machine's power control, is the throttle. Can you confirm with certainty that your throttle... Read more...
All about transmission oil
Transmission oil must protect the gears and clutch plates while facilitating smooth and precise gear shifting. We'll explain how oil performs these functions and what qualities are essential in its... Read more...
The secrets of the new Harley-Davidson Revolution Max engine
This engine marks a very important milestone in the brand's history, as it is the powerplant that will be used in most new models in the coming years. Let's review... Read more...
How to use a torque wrench: what is the purpose of tightening torque?
If you're a mechanic, you've probably read in a manual more than once about procedures for using the tightening torque for a nut or bolt. You might think you don't... Read more...
Prepare your motorcycle for winter with the Optimate battery monitor
Generally, during winter periods, motorcycles accumulate fewer kilometers, or spend a lot of time stopped due to bad weather. Due to these periods of inactivity, batteries discharge and, in extreme... Read more...
How a motorcycle's transmission or gearbox works
A vehicle's transmission or gearbox allows us to modify the rotational ratio between the engine's crankshaft and the rear wheel. This ratio is called the "ratio," and to put it... Read more...
Fox Factory Shock Absorbers for Harley-Davidson
A good suspension system contributes to greater riding comfort, increases control over the motorcycle, and allows for braking in a shorter space. American manufacturer Fox has developed a complete line... Read more...
Rocker Lockers for Harley-Davidson, eliminates tappet and rocker box noise
Is your engine's high end generating too much noise? Stop that annoying "ticking" of Harley-Davidson rockers. The Harley Twin Cam engine has a gap between the rocker arm shaft and... Read more...
All about motorcycle brake fluid: Which is best?
Brake fluid is a fundamental component of the hydraulic braking system. It transmits the force exerted on the brake lever to the caliper pistons and also prevents the formation of... Read more...
Harley-Davidson launches its new electric bicycle brand: Serial 1 eBicycles
Harley-Davidson's electric bike project is called Serial 1 Cycle Company, the nickname of Harley-Davidson's oldest known motorcycle, built in 1903. This announcement is accompanied by a new prototype... Read more...
How to Check the Harley-Davidson Charging System
Checking the charging system in 3 steps On this occasion, we're going to conduct an eminently practical tutorial to check whether any motorcycle's charging system is working properly. Before starting... Read more...
What to keep in mind if the motorcycle has been stopped for a while
Get your bike ready to hit the road again When our motorcycle has been idle for an extended period of time, it's advisable to perform a series of checks and... Read more...
Harley-Davidson Workshop Manuals: Where to Get the Information
Nowadays, there are a multitude of resources, both physical (paper) and electronic, that allow us to obtain information on features, maintenance, spare parts, etc. It's also important to keep in... Read more...
Primary Compensator Replacement: Improving Harley-Davidson Start-Up
Surely if you are the owner (or know someone) of a Twin Cam 96”, manufactured between 2007 and 2011, you are familiar with the typical starting problem of these models:... Read more...
S&S Cycle Engine and Traction Control Module for Indian FTR 1200
Did you know the Indian FTR has hidden traction and engine management modes that can be unlocked? S&S Cycles' latest addition to the FTR line is a technological device that... Read more...
The end of an era: 2021, goodbye to the Harley-Davidson Sportster
The Sportster model will be discontinued in Europe and probably in the USA in the near future. The main reason for the end of the Sportster is... Read more...
How the motorcycle fuel pump works
For an internal combustion engine to function, we need three elements: air, fuel, and spark. In a carburetor engine, fuel is drawn in by the vacuum generated inside the engine.... Read more...
Tutorial: Repairing and Replacing Harley-Davidson Clutch Plates
A vehicle's clutch is the component that connects the engine to the transmission, allowing the force (torque) coming from the engine to be connected or disconnected to the transmission, in... Read more...
How to lower the suspension on a Harley-Davidson Softail Milwaukee Eight
In this video you can see a step-by-step tutorial on how to install our suspension lowering kits on Harley-Davidson Softail Milwaukee Eight models from 2018 onwards. Read more...
Is it necessary to warm up the engine in winter?
When winter arrives and temperatures are very low, the routine of warming up the engine before hitting the road begins. Because the engine is so cold, it's tempting to let... Read more...
California Motorcycles committed to technological training
One of California Motorcycles' pillars is technical training, which we provide primarily to companies and manufacturers in the sector. On November 9th, we had the pleasure of collaborating with the... Read more...
How to break in a Harley-Davidson engine
During the break-in period, new components generate excessive friction and heat, so specific steps must be followed to ensure the mechanical elements "break in" properly, thereby prolonging their useful life.... Read more...
The BMW Concept R 18/2 makes its debut at EICMA
Just six months ago, BMW Motorrad revolutionized the world of customization with the world premiere of the Concept R 18 at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este. Now, at the EICMA... Read more...
Unboxing the new Mupo shock absorbers for Harley-Davidson
Want to learn more about the new high-performance shock absorbers custom-made for Harley-Davidson? Read on... Read more...
RDRS Harley-Davidson 2020: The coming technological revolution
Every summer, at the end of August, the Motor Company uses its International Summer Dealer Meeting to present the following year's new products, which will be available at dealerships shortly.... Read more...
The new Harley-Davidson will be produced by a Chinese manufacturer
Through this merger, Harley-Davidson aims to attract more riders to the brand. In fact, its goal is to grow 50% globally by 2027. The new model will be premium quality... Read more...
Buell (also) launches its new electric motorcycle: Fuell Flow and Fuell Fluid
Erik Buell, the former Harley-Davidson engineer and founder of Buell, is back on the attack. This time, he's teamed up with... Read more...
Harley-Davidson acquires StaCyc, a manufacturer of electric bikes for children.
Harley-Davidson has acquired StaCyc, a manufacturer of electric bikes for children. The first models will arrive in dealerships after the summer. The Motor Company is getting serious... Read more...
The keys to the new fuel labeling for your motorcycle
Do you want to know what kind of gasoline you should put in your motorcycle? We explain the key features of the new fuel labeling implemented since October 12, 2018.... Read more...