BasicsJust as you can tell when a Harley is somewhere in the vicinity by the distinctive rumble of its V-Twin, so can you tell when a Ducati has just pulled up next to you.
Although many might think that the rattling sound coming from a Ducati is a sign that the bike is in dire need of a tune-up, the bike is in fact perfectly fine. What you are hearing is the signature sound of the Ducati dry clutch, which is music to the ears of many a Ducati enthusiast.
Even though the weather is turning cooler, you don't have to cover up your motorcycle and store it away until the spring. There are many things you can do as a biker to continue your way of life all year long. We've compiled our top 10 biker projects for the off-season.
Nicky Hayden Practicing
Launches at the 2007 USGPLaunching – or, taking off from a dead stop with – your motorcycle is a skill which can be tough to master. However, with the right knowledge and regular practice, anyone will experience significant improvements in his or her technique. You use this skill in many varied forms – racing from stoplight to stoplight with your friends, looking for better times at a local drag strip or short circuit, or even in the very rare emergency situation when avoiding a fast approaching vehicle can be a matter of survival.
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