Finned engines have long been a trademark of motorcycles, but today's newer designs don't necessarily need them. So what do the fins do, exactly?

An engine number is a special alphanumeric code that is imprinted on a motorcycle engine, and its primary use is as a unique identifier for the engine. Manufacturers differ on what is included, but ...

Motorcyclists can be a bit obsessive when it comes to maintenance and keeping their engines properly cared for, and for good reason: compared to the typical automobile engine, motorcycle powerplants ...

Cooling fins are an iconic feature of motorcycle design. These blades made their mark early, with their parallel lines encircling the cylinders of classic bikes from day one. Whether on the striking V ...

Some Harley-Davidson engines are remembered for power. Others are remembered for the motorcycles they helped define. But ...

The heart and soul of any motorcycle (battery-powered motorcycles notwithstanding) is its engine. From its mighty roar to its fierce torque, a reliable engine can turn an average motorcycle into a ...

Before you even think about pouring automotive oil into your motorcycle's engine, you need to get your facts straight. Not all oils are the same, and automotive engine oils have advanced to such an ...

Many of the big players in today's automotive industry (meaning both car and motorcycle makers) can trace their roots back to the dawn of the last century, in both Europe and the U.S. On the American ...