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Not a sport or hobby page. These articles are intended to educate viewers in proper use and maintenance of these vehicles for self-reliance or survival situations..

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Letter Re: Motorcycles as Bug-Out Vehicles ~ Dear James: Since I am tied to the outer edge of a major metro area for business and family reasons I have been wrestling with an alternative to a car or truck as a bug out vehicle (BOV).I am very worried about an EMP strike sooner or later - it just makes too much sense from an enemy's point of view, so EMP-proofing is critical in my book. By the way, the Lights Out online novel about an EMP strike is a very good read, and it gets you thinking of many factors that are not obvious at first glance. After thinking it through, motorcycles look to be the best "Get Out of Dodge" vehicle if the roads are all clogged with debris, crowds or stationery vehicles, etc...See also: SurvivalBlog.com and Bug-out vehicle for SHTF situation? and Bug Out Bikes - The Hoodlums

Repairing Motorcycles: DIY Maintenance In this free do-it-yourself motorcycle maintenance course on video, learn how to fix and repair your hog, so that you can ride cross country without having to stop in at a mechanic. The ultimate riding experience is characterized by freedom and independence: to be in charge of your ride and in control of your bike. So get tips on tire and brake care, how to change motorcycle spark plugs, replace the air filter and change the oil, adjust the primary chain, and other common bike repairs you’ll need to do on the road.

Repair Motorcycle Brakes In this free video series, our expert will show you how to replace, repair and maintain your motorcycle brakes. You will get step-by-step instructions on disassembling your wheel, and brake components, cleaning the brake caliper and master cylinder, repairing broken parts, and finally, reassembling your motorcycle when you are finished. Our experts instruction will give you the knowledge to fix and maintain your own motorcycle brakes, as well as enhance the general understanding of your motorcycle brakes.

DIY Motorcycle Repair & Maintenance In this free do-it-yourself motorcycle maintenance course on video, learn how to properly repair and maintain your bike, so that you can ride cross country without having to stop in at a mechanic.

Polaris ATV Maintenance & Repair Tips In this free atv maintenance video series, learn ATV maintenance tips from certified Polaris mechanic Tom Roland. Tom will teach you necessary Polaris ATV maintenance based on professional atv maintenance manuals and service schedules. You will learn about the parts of an ATV, such as a Polaris 500. Tom will teach you about replacing the air filter on a Polaris ATV, how to change the oil in a Polaris ATV, how to check the suspension on an ATV, how to check the tie rods on an ATV, and how to diagnose problems with your thumb throttle.

ATV Accessories Guide In this free guide to buying ATV accessories, learn about the various ATV accessories you can buy and install on your quad, from ATV accessories expert David Barr. David will teach you about ATV accessories such as front and rear ATV luggage racks, hard and soft cargo boxes for four wheelers, ATV saddle bags, fender bags for four wheelers, ATV chrome upgrades such as brush guards and nerf bars, and ATV protective gear. Learn also about ATV compact reserve fuel cells, what ATV tires you need to drive in the sand, and why thumb throttle extensions are good ATV upgrades.

Replace a Manifold Learn how to replace a manifold on a motorcycle in this free video series, so that you can ride cross country without having to stop in at a mechanic. The ultimate riding experience is characterized by freedom and independence: to be in charge of your ride and in control of your bike. So get tips on tire and brake care, how to change motorcycle spark plugs, replace the air filter and change the oil, adjust the primary chain, and other common bike repairs you’ll need to do on the road.

Ride Like A Pro - EXCELLENT video by motorcycle cop, Jerry "Motorman" Padilla. Be sure to check out the "related videos" when you are done.

Cooking with Motor Oil Meet Christine and learn about motorcycle size and styles. Fun video from Christin's KickSTART Motorcycle Training Series, Beginner Rider Training DVD

ATV Safety tutorial Tutorial in the responsible and correct use of ATVs. Part 1 covers preparation, clothing and maintenance of your ATV. Every ATV owner should consider taking a rider training course with www.quadsafety.org | tutorial - 2 | tutorial - 3

How to Drive an ATV 4-Wheeler & 2-Wheeler Excellent video series covers gear, inspection and technique.

AMW Safety Center: ATV Safety This links to a PSA video, but on the right side of the page are some excellent training and safety videos.

The Cure for Crashes: Propaganda and Paradoxes

The Genius' Guide to Motorcycling: Risk Management

Gyroscopic Stability: God's Miracle of Physics

Camber Thrust: The Most Fun You Can Have with Your Pants On?

Counter-steering: The Censored Secret

Gravity Games: May the Centripetal Force be with You

Gyroscopic Precession: Nature's Power Steering

The Price of Censorship: Death and Destruction

Peter Principle: Government Incompetence Explained

Braking: Weight Transfer and Maximum Performance/Safety

Slides and Tank Slappers: Mind Over Matter

Visit Your Local Biker School: Not?

Ride Safely and Legally - ATV Safety Alert

The Small Tractor FAQ - Tractor Safety

ATV safety for farm work, recreation

The Small Tractor FAQ Frequently Asked Questions (different)

All-Terrain Vehicles by David E. Baker and Rusty Lee. Department of Agricultural Engineering, University of Missouri-Columbia.

Twist of the Wrist 1 of 15 Each episode is 3-10 minutes or so. Seems to concentrate more on competition riding than anything else, but applications transfer...

Police motorcycle training & Advanced Police Motorcycle Course

  UK Advanced Motorcycle Training

Police motorcycle training in Wales on Honda ST1300's

  A Good Start - Part 1 (1980's UK) The first half of a COI public information film focusing on motorcycle training. 

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