How to Improve Your Motorcycle’s Performance

Improved motorcycle performance is one idea that any rider can get behind. A bike that performs better can go further and faster without expending more fuel. Luckily, there are several easy ways to upgrade your motorcycle and improve its performance. This guide from Road Track and Trail has just a few examples on how to make your motorcycle run better.

Improve the Air Intake

Installing a free-flowing air filter or airbox removal kit in your motorcycle is a cheap and easy way to improve your bike’s performance. However, a change in air intake can also affect fuel consumption. You may have to make a few extra adjustments if you choose to go this route.

Improve the Exhaust

Changing your motorcycle’s exhaust ports is a common way to customize your bike. While many motorcycle owners do this purely for aesthetic reasons, there are also practical benefits to doing so. Improving your motorcycle’s exhaust system can make your bike lighter, increase the horsepower, improve torque, and help make the engine more quiet. There are many different ways to upgrade your motorcycle’s exhaust, so do a bit of research to see which option best suits your needs.

Use High-Quality Fuel Filters

Fuel filters remove contaminants from your motorcycle’s fuel supply before it enters the engine. One cheap and easy way to make your motorcycle perform better is by swapping out these filters on a regular basis and using only high-quality filters when you do so.

Octane

Fuel that has a higher octane rating can withstand more pressure within a combustion engine, giving you better performance. Of course, putting higher octane fuel in an engine that hasn’t been modified to use higher-octane fuel won’t result in any benefits. Furthermore, if you put standard fuel into an engine that has been modified for a higher octane, it can result in damage. Think carefully about whether or not you want to make the upgrade before you do so.

Reduce Your Motorcycle's Weight

The more lightweight your motorcycle, the better it will perform. There are several simple ways to remove unnecessary weight, including swapping out the two-person seat when you’re riding alone, packing only what you need, and not filling up all the way when you don’t need a full fuel tank.

Take Care of Your Tires

Motorcycle tires that are worn down or outside the manufacturer recommended pressure range won’t give you as much traction. This leads to reduced overall performance. The better you take care of your motorcycle’s tires, the better your performance will be.

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