The starter is an electric motor that consists of several brushes. These brushes carry electrical current that allows the motor to spin and therefore turns over the engine. Read More »

The starter is an electric motor that consists of several brushes. These brushes carry electrical current that allows the motor to spin and therefore turns over the engine. Read More »

Most early cars used a rear axle that was one unit, solidly linking both rear wheels, the differential and brake assemblies. Sports car competition showed that if the wheel assemblies can be made lighter, including brakes, hubs and axle parts, the car will ride and handle better. As a result, manufacturers have unlinked the wheel assemblies using jointed axles so ... Read More »

Ayrton Senna (full name Ayrton Senna Da Silva) of Brazil was, without question, the greatest race car driver in history. He was the embodiment of the professional race car driver. From his first appearance in a Grand Prix event in 1984, the racing world was on notice. The man was on a single-minded mission to win a World Championship title. ... Read More »

An engine that is similar to a turbocharged engine which uses a series of belts or chains from the crankshaft to turn the turbines that forces the air/fuel mixture into the cylinder heads under pressure creating a bigger explosion which generates more power. A turbocharger use the exhaust gases to turn the turbines to create the same effect. Read More »

Solenoids are electro-magnetic switches. When electricity is sent to the solenoid, a magnetic field forms. The magnetic field moves a metal piston that is connected to a mechanical linkage or in this case, a valve. When the metal piston moves, the application is made. The application may be the moving of a valve in the valve body to activate second ... Read More »

Similar to the shaft drive on a car, a motorcycle shaft is attached between the transmission output and the rear wheel, and is housed in the final drive gear case. The shaft and its components are bathed in oil, and the oil should be changed periodically. Read More »

Work in conjunction with shock absorbers or gas/oil; springs extend or compress to cushion road irregularities. Read More »

The ability of a four-wheel-drive vehicle to be shifted between two- and four-wheel drive while the vehicle is in motion. Read More »

A hydraulic suspension component filled with fluid that absorbs energy or shock and contributes to a smoother, more controlled ride. Read More »