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MOTORCYCLE
sa   MODEL & MINIATURE MOTORCYCLE
sa   MOTORCYCLE ACCESSORIES
sa   MOTORCYCLE AIR-INTAKE SYSTEM
sa   MOTORCYCLE AUDIO SYSTEM
sa   MOTORCYCLE BATTERY
sa   MOTORCYCLE BRAKE SYSTEM
sa   MOTORCYCLE BUYING & SELLING
sa   MOTORCYCLE CARBURETOR
sa   MOTORCYCLE CHAIN & SPROCKET
sa   MOTORCYCLE CLEANING
sa   MOTORCYCLE CLOTHING
sa   MOTORCYCLE CLUTCH
sa   MOTORCYCLE CONTROL CABLE
sa   MOTORCYCLE COOLING SYSTEM
sa   MOTORCYCLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
sa   MOTORCYCLE ENGINE
sa   MOTORCYCLE EXHAUST SYSTEM
sa   MOTORCYCLE FAIRING & PANEL
sa   MOTORCYCLE FOOTWEAR
sa   MOTORCYCLE FORK
sa   MOTORCYCLE FRAME
sa   MOTORCYCLE FUEL SYSTEM
sa   MOTORCYCLE HANDLEBAR
sa   MOTORCYCLE HAULING
sa   MOTORCYCLE HELMET & GOGGLES
sa   MOTORCYCLE HORN
sa   MOTORCYCLE IGNITION SYSTEM
sa   MOTORCYCLE INSTRUMENT
sa   MOTORCYCLE INSURANCE
sa   MOTORCYCLE LIGHTING SYSTEM
sa   MOTORCYCLE MAINTENANCE & REPAIR
sa   MOTORCYCLE OIL SYSTEM
sa   MOTORCYCLE PAINTING & FINISHING
sa   MOTORCYCLE RACING
sa   MOTORCYCLE RIDING
sa   MOTORCYCLE SADDLEBAG
sa   MOTORCYCLE SEAT
sa   MOTORCYCLE SECURITY SYSTEM
sa   MOTORCYCLE STAND
sa   MOTORCYCLE STORAGE
sa   MOTORCYCLE SUSPENSION SYSTEM
sa   MOTORCYCLE TIRE & WHEEL
sa   MOTORCYCLE TOOL
sa   MOTORCYCLE TRANSMISSION
sa   MOTORCYCLE TURN SIGNAL
x   CYCLE (MOTOR)
x   DIRT BIKE
xx   BICYCLE

Some of the most common misapprehensions about motorcycles dispelled and tips on what to buy and options to consider.
APARTMENT LIFE Oct 1978 (v.10#10) pg. 34

Professional photographer discusses equipment and techniques used to cover auto and motorcycle races.
CAMERA 35 Feb-Mar 1976 (v.20#1) pg. 12

SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT. 24-page newsstand (only) supplement lists a variety of tips on maintenance, equipment, riding, etc.
DIRT RIDER #87 Feb 1990 pg. 44+

Checklist of what to take and how to pack for a 9-day, 1,250-mile off-road motorcycle trip through the Nevada desert.
DIRT RIDER #120 Nov 1992 pg. 42

How to expand a built-in motorcycle-helmet radio to service a second helmet and to install microphones for communication between driver and passenger.
HANDS-ON ELECTRONICS Dec 1987 (v.4#12) pg. 100

Two-wheel communicator. Self-contained, battery-powered portable electronic intercom for use between two riders on a motorcycle. Incorporates voice actuated circuitry to reduce wind noise.
HANDS-ON ELECTRONICS Apr 1988 (v.5#4) pg. 43

Build a two-wheel motor scooter which will reach speeds of 30 mph. Features a plywood body over a metal frame. Est. cost: $125.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #417 Feb 1963 (v.59) pg. 96

Battery-powered two-wheel scooter will do 15 mph and go 20 miles before recharging.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #432 May 1964 (v.60) pg. 86

Installing new brake linings on a motorcycle.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #489 Feb 1969 (v.65) pg. 112

The ABC's of servicing motorcycle engines.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #494 Jul 1969 (v.65) pg. 64

Hopping-up a two-cycle motorcycle engine by milling the head or modifying the piston.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #496 Sep 1969 (v.65) pg. 98

How to buy a used mini-bike. What to look for as it sits and on a test drive.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #518 Jul 1971 (v.67) pg. 77

Tips on trail riding.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #529 Jun 1972 (v.68) pg. 120

How to make a motorcycle carrier for your car or truck. One end can be lowered to the ground for easy loading and unloading. Est. cost: $80.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #544 Sep 1973 (v.69) pg. 70

How to prepare a motorcycle for winter storage.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #546 Nov 1973 (v.69) pg. 132

Taking care of a trailbike. Simple tips for keeping your off-road bike in good mechanical shape.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #551 Apr 1974 (v.70) pg. 102

Troubleshooting a motorbike that won't start.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #553 Jun 1974 (v.70) pg. 44

How to add more foam rubber stuffing to a motorcycle's seat.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #559 Dec 1974 (v.70) pg. 71

Replacing a motorbike clutch.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #560 Jan 1975 (v.71) pg. 68

Pipe rack for motorbikes. Rack mounts inside a van for holding one to three bikes. It is built of plumbing pipe and uses lashing straps to hold the bikes securely in place.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #562 Mar 1975 (v.71) pg. 78

Camping on a trailbike. Tips from one camper.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #577 Jun 1976 (v.72) pg. 31

Build an electric 3-wheeler similar in design to a three wheel motorcycle. Weighs 950 lbs, uses 8 golf cart batteries and has a range of 40 to 60 miles (on a single charge) with a top speed of 55 mph. Uses a Honda 750 front fork and a Toyota rear end. Estimated cost: $800 up.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #600 May 1978 (v.74) pg. 59

Taking care of a moped. Tips on maintaining engine and mechanical parts.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #604 Sep 1978 (v.74) pg. 86

How to buy a used motorcycle.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #610 Mar 1979 (v.75) pg. 42

Seven tips for safer motorcycle riding.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #634 Mar 1981 (v.77) pg. 68

How one experimenter built a CB radio, a ham radio, a linear amplifier, music radio, and an electrical control box into a motorcycle.
MODERN ELECTRONICS [1] Sep 1978 (v.1#7) pg. 92

Motorcycle headlight flasher. Retrofit accessory makes motorcycles more visible to other traffic.
MODERN ELECTRONICS [2] Jan 1989 (v.6#1) pg. 55

Survey of mopeds.
MOTHER EARTH NEWS #64 Jul-Aug 1980 pg. 66

Build a minibike for a child from junkyard parts and a lawnmower engine. Est. cost: $60.
MOTHER EARTH NEWS #101 Sep-Oct 1986 pg. 28

Great bikes of the 1980s. How to choose and improve the best bikes from the era of motorcycling's great technological advance.
MOTORCYCLIST #1116 Apr 1990 pg. 41

Steering geometry. An overview of the dynamics of motorcycle steering and handling.
MOTORCYCLIST #1120 Aug 1990 pg. 50

Advice from the pros on restoring a vintage motorcycle.
MOTORCYCLIST #1136 Dec 1991 pg. 38

Total adjustability. Adjusting the various controls to fit your size and riding style.
MOTORCYCLIST #1138 Feb 1992 pg. 57

The best ways to make motorcycling more affordable. A collection of maintenance and consumer tips.
MOTORCYCLIST #1144 Aug 1992 pg. 46

In the long run. Five owners of high-mileage motorcycles share advice on getting the most miles out of a bike.
MOTORCYCLIST #1150 Feb 1993 pg. 52

Make it fit. Adjusting a motorcycle for your size and riding style.
MOTORCYCLIST #1155 Jul 1993 pg. 80

Ten best performance tips. The most effective methods for boosting your bike's performance.
MOTORCYCLIST #1183 Nov 1995 pg. 50

Cycle savvy. Professional photographer's advice on photographing motorcycles.
PHOTOGRAPHIC Apr 1989 (v.17#12) pg. 14

Headlight alarm sounds off if ignition is switched off while lights are still on.
POPULAR ELECTRONICS [1] Jan 1973 (v.3#1) pg. 86

Solid-state turn indicators for mopeds or bicycles. Est. cost: $10.
POPULAR ELECTRONICS [1] May 1979 (v.15#5) pg. 71
Added Info POPULAR ELECTRONICS [1] Aug 1979 (v.16#2) pg. 6

Build a headlight modulator for cycle safety. Causes the headlight of a motorcycle or bicycle to alternately flash high-and-low to improve visability. Est. cost: $10.
POPULAR ELECTRONICS [1] Jun 1981 (v.19#6) pg. 71
Added Info POPULAR ELECTRONICS [1] Sep 1981 (v.19#9) pg. 8

Fat tire scooter for wilderness travel.
POPULAR MECHANICS Apr 1963 (v.119#4) pg. 151

Motor scooter folds up to fit in trunk of car. Part 1.
POPULAR MECHANICS Apr 1964 (v.121#4) pg. 182

Motor scooter folds up to fit in trunk of car. Part 2.
POPULAR MECHANICS May 1964 (v.121#5) pg. 165

Winter tune-up for your cycles. Part 1. Light-weight cycles.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jan 1966 (v.125#1) pg. 152

Winter tune-up for your cycles. Part 2. Heavy-weight cycles.
POPULAR MECHANICS Feb 1966 (v.125#2) pg. 170

Build yourself a minibike. Two-passenger bike uses a 2-3/4 hp kart engine, modified bicycle frame and small tire. Est. cost: $100 to $120 (including new engine).
POPULAR MECHANICS Jun 1967 (v.127#6) pg. 160

Tom Thumb mini-bike is 2 feet long, travels at 11 mph and is powered by a 3/4 hp engine.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jan 1970 (v.133#1) pg. 168

Build a cushioned seat for a small child that fastens to the rear of a motorcycle.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jul 1971 (v.136#1) pg. 20

Trail bikes you can build from kits.
POPULAR MECHANICS Dec 1971 (v.136#6) pg. 80

How to maintain your minibike. Common problems identified and maintenance described.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jan 1972 (v.137#1) pg. 104

Build a sturdy, removable trail bike carrier for your car. Slides into mounts welded or bolted to car underframe. Holds bikes in excess of 300 lbs. Est. cost: $10 (plus welding).
POPULAR MECHANICS Jun 1973 (v.139#6) pg. 83

How to fit a fairing on a motorcycle. Article also looks at some other special modifications road racers often make.
POPULAR MECHANICS Sep 1973 (v.140#3) pg. 166

Detachable saddlebags for your motorbike are made from aluminum angle and hardboard. Loads up to 20 lbs. can be carried in each basket. Est. cost: $11.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jun 1974 (v.141#6) pg. 164

Build your own fire engine. A minibike, with a built-in water pump capable of delivering 35 gallons per minute, plus 100 feet of unlined linen fire hose, makes a fire pumper that can use pool, lake or stream water to fight a fire. Est. cost: $100 plus cost of minibike.
POPULAR MECHANICS Oct 1974 (v.142#4) pg. 92

Rejuvenate an old minibike by adding a new motor and motorcycle-type transmission. Photos illustrate the general process.
POPULAR MECHANICS Dec 1974 (v.142#6) pg. 114

Spring checklist for your motorcycle. Minor adjustments and lubrication to get ready for summer riding.
POPULAR MECHANICS Apr 1975 (v.143#4) pg. 92

How to stay alive on a motorized bicycle. Tips on riding the small moped type of motorized bicycles and bicycle conversions.
POPULAR MECHANICS Dec 1975 (v.144#6) pg. 56

What you should know before you move up to a big bike.
POPULAR MECHANICS Feb 1976 (v.145#2) pg. 102

Six secrets of safe summertime cycling.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jun 1976 (v.145#6) pg. 82

What you should know about sprockets and chains before you change them to get a different gear ratio.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jan 1977 (v.147#1) pg. 45

Using "body english" to make you a better cycle rider.
POPULAR MECHANICS Feb 1977 (v.147#2) pg. 24

A review of typical parts and operation of a motorcycle carburetor.
POPULAR MECHANICS Apr 1977 (v.147#4) pg. 25

How to corner like a pro.
POPULAR MECHANICS Sep 1977 (v.148#3) pg. 88

How to maintain your moped.
POPULAR MECHANICS Oct 1977 (v.148#4) pg. 114

How to motorize your bicycle. Turn it into a "moped" by adding a friction-drive helper motor. Est. cost: $170 (kit).
POPULAR MECHANICS Dec 1977 (v.148#6) pg. 112

How to control your bike like a pro. Tips on adjusting handlebars, cables, levers and pedals to better suit your body.
POPULAR MECHANICS Mar 1978 (v.149#3) pg. 64

How to make your motorcycle handle better by having correct tire pressure, balancing tires, adjusting spokes, and repairing loose or worn bearings.
POPULAR MECHANICS May 1978 (v.149#5) pg. 97

Air turbulence. How to cope with this invisible threat when riding on the highway.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jun 1978 (v.149#6) pg. 78H

How to carry a passenger safely. Some tips.
POPULAR MECHANICS Sep 1978 (v.150#3) pg. 74

How to get through killer intersections safely.
POPULAR MECHANICS Oct 1978 (v.150#4) pg. 228

How to improve your motorcycle braking techniques by using the front brake effectively.
POPULAR MECHANICS Mar 1979 (v.151#3) pg. 41

How to break in a new motorcycle.
POPULAR MECHANICS Apr 1979 (v.151#4) pg. 72

Guidelines on choosing your first small motorcycle. (70cc up to 250cc).
POPULAR MECHANICS Jul 1979 (v.152#1) pg. 76

How to maintain a motorcycle chain.
POPULAR MECHANICS Aug 1979 (v.152#2) pg. 114

Staying alive on two wheels. Tips for motorcycle riders.
POPULAR MECHANICS Apr 1981 (v.155#4) pg. 72

Tips on carrying camera gear while motorcycling.
POPULAR PHOTOGRAPHY Jul 1988 (v.95#7) pg. 126

Small, two-wheel, steel frame scooter has 3 hp engine.
POPULAR SCIENCE Mar 1965 (v.186#3) pg. 164

Two-wheel scooter has wooden frame requiring no welding.
POPULAR SCIENCE Mar 1965 (v.186#3) pg. 165

How to tune your motorcycle engine.
POPULAR SCIENCE Feb 1968 (v.192#2) pg. 112

How to buy a used motorcycle.
POPULAR SCIENCE Jun 1969 (v.194#6) pg. 110

What to do when your motorcycle conks out.
POPULAR SCIENCE Nov 1970 (v.197#5) pg. 96

Series of photos show how to rescue a motorcycle cylinder head with stripped threads using a Heli-Coil.
POPULAR SCIENCE Nov 1970 (v.197#5) pg. 108

Photos illustrate correct form when doing trail riding.
POPULAR SCIENCE Jun 1971 (v.198#6) pg. 96

Tilting motorcycle carrying rack mounted on the back of your truck or camper uses an automobile jack to make loading even the heaviest cycle a one-man job.
POPULAR SCIENCE Jul 1972 (v.201#1) pg. 122

Tips on installing air shocks on a motorcycle.
POPULAR SCIENCE Feb 1977 (v.210#2) pg. 128

A look at mopeds, pedal-assisted motorbikes. Examines them for safety and performance standards. Chart of state moped laws is included.
POPULAR SCIENCE Jul 1977 (v.211#1) pg. 66

The ABC's of moped maintenance.
POPULAR SCIENCE Mar 1979 (v.214#3) pg. 183

Wilderness, back-trail motor scooter built for $200.
SCIENCE & MECHANICS Jun 1964 (v.35#6) pg. 77

How to ride trail bikes. What to wear, how to choose the right bike and excercises for beginners.
SCIENCE & MECHANICS Sep 1971 (v.42#9) pg. 62

How to buy a safe minibike. Features to look for.
SCIENCE & MECHANICS Jun 1972 (v.43#6) pg. 62