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How I greased the rod ends of the antlion ride height adjustment kit on my Honda XR: the standard nozzle versus a cut-down AZ nozzle tapped M5 x P0.5 for a dedicated PB107 nozzle, with costs.

How to calculate the final reduction ratio when changing sprockets, a quick-reference table for the BMW G650GS, and how my G650GS rides after going from a 47T to an ESJOT 44T rear sprocket.

How I remove the battery from my BMW G650GS, check the electrolyte level of the GS Yuasa YB12AL-A2, top it up and charge it with a CTEK JS800, plus the breather hose I always forget.

My 10-minute chain lubrication method on a BMW G650GS: a needle-nozzle oiler, leftover gear oil, one drop in each of the four gaps per link, ten turns of the wheel and a light wipe.

How I wash and inspect the home-made rubber rear mudguard on my BMW G650GS: trimming where it nears the swingarm, tyre rub marks, and sand trapped between clear plastic mounting plates.

A quick, practical DIY repair of a used GIVI engine guard for my Honda X-ADV bought at auction: 60-grit sanding, degreasing with silicone remover and Kimwipes, and three coats of Holts matt black touch-up paint.

How I polished the heat-tinted stainless silencer of my BMW G650GS with YOSHIMURA STAIN-Magic and a corded PROXXON Micro Polisher instead of cling film, with before and after photos.

My impression of TANAX Napoleon Ridge mirrors (NA-001R/L) on a BMW G650GS after a day ride: 266 g vs 394 g stock, much less shake, and a rear view I can check by moving only my eyes.

Replacing the chain on my BMW G650GS with a DID 520VX3 and the KASHIMARU tool: cutting to length for a 44T sprocket, pressing on the plate, and how I cracked the link pin by over-riveting.

My second attempt at riveting a DID 520VX3 chain link on my BMW G650GS: the riveting pin need not touch the plate, check the 5.5 mm rivet diameter, and keep the tool square to the chain.

Why I sold my BMW G650GS after five or six years: moving from a heavy Triumph Tiger Explorer, making it just right with small mods, then expensive, slow-to-arrive parts in Japan.

How I cleaned and worked the rear brake caliper piston on my BMW G650GS: pushing it out with the pedal, wiping it with Kimwipes, turning it with piston pliers, Metal Rubber, and safety checks afterwards.

How I fitted a Daytona (Mio MiVue) M820WD dashcam to my BMW G650GS: power from a D-UNIT, main unit under the seat, front camera behind the screen, rear camera on an L bracket, and the event switch.

How I protect the regulator on my Honda XR250 BAJA: a 60 mm 12 V PC fan under the seat powered from the tail light, a spare carried on tour, and genuine part numbers 31600-KCZ-003 / KCZ-J71.

My review of the Kaedear Quick Hold II KDR-M11CPJ phone holder on a Honda X-ADV: one-push fitting, the Air Absorber, what Apple says about motorcycle vibration and iPhone cameras, and Quad Lock and Daytona compared.

Adjusting the Kaedear KDR-M11CPJ phone holder arms to their narrowest: only the width changes, so a bare iPhone 13 mini (131.5 mm) slides up and down. With a rugged case it is held firmly.

My FACOM R.NANO as an on-board motorcycle tool kit: the 72-tooth R.161 ratchet, 5.5-14 mm sockets and bits in a palm-sized case, swapping in Koken nut grip sockets, and what else to carry.

Why I like the TONE RH3VHW 3/8-inch swivel ratchet for motorcycle maintenance: push-button socket release that works with oily hands, and a 180-degree swivel head you can spin like a screwdriver.

Comparing the standard (83 dB) and semi-racing (89 dB) baffles of a BEAMS SS300 Sonic slip-on on a Honda XR250 BAJA: size, fitting with one bolt, and why I went back to the standard baffle.

Five ways to brighten the dim twin PH8 headlights on a Honda XR250 BAJA, and how I fitted 160 mm multi-reflector units with H4-base 35/35 W bulbs and a home-made PH8-to-H4 adapter harness.