Troubleshooting

A dirt bike hanging idle is not something you should avoid fixing. It can seize your engine, and it can also cause you to crash (speaking from experience here!) In this article and video, I’m going to break down: What is a “hanging idle” on a dirt bike? It’s when you rev the engine by …

Wondering if the valves need to be adjusted on your 4 stroke dirt bike or how much it might cost? Letting them go too long can turn into major engine problems, but let’s figure out this problem before it gets that far. In this article, I’ll show you the most common symptoms of a 4 …

When you realize you (or your buddy) put the wrong gas in your dirt bike, your heart feels like it’s in your throat because you’re thinking “Did I just ruin my dirt bike?!” Don’t worry, at least not yet, because you may not have done much, if any damage to it yet. And if you …

Is your 2 stroke or 4 stroke dirt bike overheating but you’re not quite sure why? Does it lose power or have coolant coming out of the overflow hose? In this article, you’ll learn the most common reasons why your dirt bike is overheating, whether it’s okay or not, and how to properly fix it …

Did the head gasket on your dirt bike just fail? Not sure what a blown head gasket means? This article will cover what a blown head gasket is, the most common signs of one, and how to fix it.  Fixing a head gasket isn’t that difficult on most bikes. Figuring out why the gasket failed …

Is your dirt bike backfiring and you’re wondering if it’s safe? Whether you have a 2 stroke or 4 stroke dirt bike, you’ve found the right place! In this article, I’m going to show you what backfiring is on a dirt bike, why you may or may not need to get it fixed right away, …

Are you considering buying a pit bike carb upgrade but not sure if this popular mod is worth your money or what size to get? Whether you’re frustrated with your stock 125cc or bigger pit bike carb or you just want more power, you’re in the right place! In this article, I’m going to show …

Trying to figure out if your 2 stroke power valve is sticking on your dirt bike? Maybe you’re not even sure if it has a power valve or what it does. No worries – you’re in the right place! In this article, you’ll be able to understand what a 2 stroke power valve is, how …

Is your dirt bike suspension too soft but you’re not sure how to stiffen it? Whether you just bought your first dirt bike or you’ve just been too intimidated to work on your own suspension, you’re in the right place! In this article, I’m going to show you how suspension works in a way that’s …

Tired of having to replace the spark plug that keeps fouling on your dirt bike? It might be a simple and cheap fix, but there can be several variables to the issue. In this article, you’ll learn what it means when your 2 stroke or 4 stroke dirt bike engine fouls a spark plug, why …