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Changing the Oil and Oil Filter on a 2016 – 2019 Honda Africa Twin

March 31, 2020March 30, 2021 Austin 4 Comments Africa Twin, Honda, motorcycle, oil change, oil filter, wrenching

This post provides just a few notes from my experience changing the oil on the 2017 Honda Africa Twin (CRF1000L),
2017 Kawasaki Versys X-300, and
2009 Kawasaki KLX250S

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Motorcycle Oil and Oil Filter Change Notes & Procedures

March 31, 2020March 30, 2021 Austin 3 Comments Africa Twin, Honda, kawasaki, klx250s, motorcycle, oil change, oil filter, versys x-300, wrenching

This lead me to realize I have a lot of posts about motorcycle oil changes. So To help organize things a little better, I have created this motorcycle oil change index, which includes general guidance for motorcycle oil changes in general, as well as links to the more detailed posts for each bike.

Points Unknown - Kawasaki Versys X-300 Fairing Removal

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Kawasaki Versys X-300 – Fairing Removal Quick Reference

February 23, 2020February 23, 2020 Austin 1 Comment kawasaki, motorcycle, versys x-300

A short post graphically outlining the removal of the front fairing for the Kawasaki Versys X-300 (2017).

Wireless Phone Charging Motorcycle Mount | Points Unknown

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DIY Wireless Phone Charging Motorcycle Mount

January 25, 2020January 25, 2020 Austin 0 Comments electronics, hacks, motorcycle, Motorcycle Accessories, technology

Hacking an inexpensive wireless phone charging pad and sticking it to a motorcycle phone mount is a pretty straightforward project. Just break open the charging pad and extract the electronics and coil. Adjust the wiring as appropriate and waterproof the assemblies using nail polish and/or Silicone 2+. Wire it up (to a USB port or stepdown voltage converter) and you’re good to go!

Africa Twin with Accessories | Points Unknown

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Accessory Wiring for the Honda Africa Twin | Part 1

November 3, 2019November 3, 2019 Austin 2 Comments Africa Twin, electrical, Honda, Motorcycle Accessories, wiring

Summary (TL:DR) To get switched power to accessories controlled by the key/ignition, I highly recommend the kit from Eastern Beaver.

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Accessorizing the Honda Africa Twin

August 31, 2019September 3, 2019 Austin 1 Comment Africa Twin, dualsport, Honda, Motorcycle Accessories

The Honda Africa Twin is really a great all around platform for motorcycle adventure touring right off the dealership floor. But in order to realize this potential, it does need a few accessories. And then there are some ‘nice to haves’. Cause lets face it – half the fun is customizing the bike to fit individual needs.
In this post we look at panniers, crash bars, tires, and windscreens for the Honda Africa Twin

Points Unknown - Push Rivets / Pins / Clips - Installation and Removal

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Installing and Removing Plastic Fairing Clips (Pop Rivets, Push Pins, Plastic Pins, etc.)

February 23, 2019February 23, 2020 Austin 1 Comment faring, Honda, kawasaki, motorcycle, pins, rivets, suzuki

How to install and remove small plastic rivets (or pins or clips) typically used on motorcycle fairings and other plastic parts around the garage.

Suzuki Vstrom Oil Change | Points Unknown

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2016 Suzuki V-Strom DL1000 – First Oil Change, Filter Replacement, and Maintenance Guide

August 20, 2017March 30, 2021 Austin 7 Comments

Steps for changing the oil and filter on the 2014 V-Strom DL1000. All it takes is a 17mm socket wrench, an oil filter wrench, compliant oil, and a new filter. Overall shouldn’t take longer than an hour. Here are the steps to complete a successful oil and filter change as well as the requirements for the general inspection of the motorcycle.