My Honda Shadow’s Petcock is leaking (How do I fix it?)

My Honda Shadow VT750 has developed a pesky petcock leak, and it’s driving me nuts. The constant gas smell and performance drop are really dampening my riding experience. Has anyone tackled this issue before? I’m looking for some real-world advice to get this sorted without spending a fortune or my entire weekend under the bike. … Read more

How do I fix a clogged up carb on my Honda Shadow?

My Honda Shadow’s been sitting idle, and now I’m stuck with what seems like a gummed-up carburetor. It’s barely running, and I’m clueless about what to do next. Has anyone successfully tackled this problem without being a pro mechanic? Response What finally worked for me was a mix of Seafoam and Berrymans in the fuel. … Read more

Why is my Honda Shadow losing power going uphill?

Can anyone help? My Honda Shadow’s losing power on hills and I’m stumped. It’s been great until now, but it just can’t seem to keep up, especially on steep climbs. Has anyone else tackled this issue? I’m looking for some tried-and-true solutions! Response I had the same problem with my Honda Shadow. What really turned … Read more

Gas smell in my oil (Honda Rebel) What’s going on?

My Honda Rebel motorcycle is giving off a strong gasoline smell from the engine oil, and I’m clueless about what’s causing it. This isn’t just a minor nuisance; I’m seriously worried about the long-term health of my engine. Has anyone faced this before? How did you fix it? I’m all ears for any advice or … Read more

My Honda Rebel’s rear brake is locking up

My Honda Rebel’s rear brake is locking up randomly, and it’s becoming a serious safety concern. Has anyone else experienced this? I’m desperate for some advice on how to fix it. Response I had this exact problem with my Rebel. Adjusting the brake actuating rod and lubricating the pivot points did the trick for me. … Read more

I smell gas in my Honda Shadow motorcycle oil

I’m freaking out a bit here. I’ve got a Honda Shadow and just noticed a strong gas smell in the oil during my last oil change. The bike seems to run okay, but this can’t be normal, right? I’m not a pro mechanic, so any advice on how to tackle this would be good. Response … Read more