Archive for October, 2009

 

Which of the small displacement motorcycles best to restore and ride?

Saturday, October 31st, 2009
motorcycles
Chalgal asked:


I am interested in the Honda CB’s small displacements 100,125 etc.
I am most interested in “ease of finding parts” (very important) and quality and ride of finished product.
If you feel another brand/make is better let me know about it.
Give year make model-experiences
looking for a standard riding position-not sport
I already have owned a 250cc virago and 750 vulcan. I am just looking for an itty bitty vintage commuter bike to restore and ride for fun.
I already have owned a 250cc virago and 750 vulcan. I am just looking for an itty bitty vintage commuter bike to restore and ride for fun.

 

What is the thing with male ballet dancers and motorcycles?

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009
motorcycles
DancingThruTheStorm asked:


It seems that so many of them ride. Why?
And yes, it is the straight guys.

 

What are some good sources for motorcycle sprockets?

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009
motorcycle
rykker asked:


I’ve seen some fancy motorcycle sprockets with nice cut designs and colors. Where do you get those?

I’ll also check out nice sources for standard sprockets. Just as a comparison to what standard Honda sprockets I can get from my local Honda dealer.

 

Can Jardine Forward controls be modified to fit different makes of motorcycles?

Tuesday, October 27th, 2009
motorcycles
xyz1406a1 asked:


Jardine makes about a dozen or so forward controls for different makes of bikes. In looking at the pics on their website, all the pics are the same. Been looking on ebay & see that mainly it’s the brackets that are different… was wondering if just changing out the brackets would adapt it from say a Honda to Suzuki?

 

What do i need to know about sports motorcycles before i buy one?

Monday, October 26th, 2009
motorcycles
egy asked:


I am buying a sports motorcycle for next summer what do i need to know beofore i buy one?

What are good brands?

Where can i get good deals on used bikes?

What websites will help me learn more about bikes?

-Thanks

 

How do I prepare for a motorcycle crash?

Sunday, October 25th, 2009
motorcycle
Moto R asked:


Everyone thinks riding motorcycles is dangerous. But I ride one anyways.I have been in a crash before don’t know how to prepare for a crash. Say you are speeding and a vehicle comes head on, what should you do if the vehicle is too close to dodge. There are many types of settings before a crash so if anyone has tips for other tips as well on other settings concerning motorcycle crashes please do list them.

 

Is a motorcycle a good investment when I already own a car?

Saturday, October 24th, 2009
motorcycle
Joel asked:


I own an old Super Beetle, and a 95 Camaro. I was wondering if it is worth the money to buy a sportsbike because they have such good gas mileage. I live in a small town and a motorcycle would be nice to ride instead of driving around.

 

What is the difference between street motorcycles?

Wednesday, October 21st, 2009
motorcycles
Crazy Son Of a B!tch asked:


I am going to buy a ninja 650R. and honestly i barely even know the difference between a ninja 650R and a ninja 250R…

Can anyone explain to me what specs and stuff means?

 

motorcycles?

Wednesday, October 21st, 2009
motorcycles
ponygurl asked:


I’m still young and not old enough to even drive but I’ve always wanted to ride a motorcycle.You need a drivers license right?or some kind of motorcycle license?is there some test you gotta pass?can someone give me some info about this?
like info about becoming a new motorclist

 

What is the difference between motorcycle jackets and gloves and motocross jackets and gloves?

Monday, October 19th, 2009
motorcycle
cfmcgee1 asked:


I bought a fox 360 jacket because the owner said that it was a motorcycle jacket. After purchasing it and going online, I see that it is a motocross jacket.