If youre just going to screw up the handling, why not just buy the cruiser in the first place?
yes..agree…and explain what’s with the heavy chrome wheels some people put on sport bikes
all the money into engineering and people throw it down the drain
I heard that you can some where but it’s only on a certain day and it’s not the dealership its the manufacturer. Any useful info would be great, thanks!
yes…
Heres the 2 options. 1 Call dealers and ask them about taking a test drive. Some do, some dont. Make sure to tell them you wont buy a bike at a dealer that doesnt allow test drives.
2nd, Yamaha, harley, honda all have traveling 18 wheel trucks that stop in several states, loaded with every bike they make just for test driving, normally lasting a week or just a 3 day weekend. Information is available on their sites. Yamaha Star days, Honda hoot, etc are stops for all these trucks.
I’m a beginner rider looking to buy a motorcycle. For my first bike I’d like to get something in a 250cc. I know the Ninja is great, but are there any other options so that I can weigh my choices?
I know you’re looking for other options, but from experience, I have to say the Ninja is the best bet for beginners. I learned on the ’00 500R, moved up to my ’05 Suzuki GSXR600 last year. The clutch system is really forgiving, has a low center of gravity (easy cornering), and the shift motion is massively easy to learn.
I’m a beginner rider looking to buy a motorcycle. For my first bike I’d like to get something in a 250cc. I know the Ninja is great, but are there any other options so that I can weigh my choices?
I know you’re looking for other options, but from experience, I have to say the Ninja is the best bet for beginners. I learned on the ’00 500R, moved up to my ’05 Suzuki GSXR600 last year. The clutch system is really forgiving, has a low center of gravity (easy cornering), and the shift motion is massively easy to learn.
Biking is a fun sport for people of all ages. It is a great way to incorporate exercise into your life, while having a great time doing it. Family and friends can bike together, at parks, on bike trails, or almost any place that they choose. It is the perfect sport for anyone, no matter if they are 6 or 60. All they have to do is go at their own pace, because any speed is beneficial. As long as it gets the body moving and the blood pumping, it is providing a great health boost.
There is no excuse for someone not to ride a bike. Even if they’ve never learned how to ride a bike with two-wheels, there are adult-size tricycles which don’t require balance to ride. All you do is hop on and start peddling.
Bikes come in all styles, colors and sizes. There are tiny tricycles for toddlers who are just learning what a bike is. Then there are regular two-wheel bikes with training wheels attached, for kids five and up who want to learn to ride. After they ride for a while with the training wheels on, and start to feel comfortable, they can then have an adult remove the training wheels so they can attempt to ride without them. It might possibly be scary for the child at first, and they will probably have a few falls and/or bruises, but they will soon discover that the fun and freedom bike riding was worth the effort.
After an older child has mastered bike riding, there are some other types of bikes that they can be tried out. Motorbikes, including kid-size motorcycles, are popular among youngsters. Some children feel that motorbikes are even more fun than traditional ones, but they’re not getting the aerobic workout that they get from non-motor bikes. This is because there is no need to peddle; the motor does all the work.
Bicycles can also include some handy and convenient gadgets. A favorite among adults and children alike, are baskets. Baskets come in various shapes, colors and sizes, and can be attached on the front of the bike, near the handle bars, or on the back. Some other popular gadgets include: Lights, horns, pedometers and saddles, and many more.
Due to the fact that there are numerous online retailers who sell bikes at great deals, there is no need to leave your home and drive all around town, looking for the best prices. Shop right online, from the convenience of your own home, and have that cool, new bike delivered right to your front door.
So, if you want to receive a great aerobic workout and have fun simultaneously, then try bike riding and you can’t go wrong.
James Brown
http://www.articlesbase.com/internet-articles/biking-a-great-way-to-enjoy-your-exercise-83751.html
Riding a motorcycle these days is not only fun but with today’s gas prices it is also quite economical. The only problem with riding a bike is that their is a serious lack of storage unless you happen to have a Goldwing or maybe a Harley Dresser youre going to need some saddlebags or some sort of tank bag to carry your stuff in. Their are ups and downs to both choices and some of it also depends on your motorcycle. If you have a cruiser your ideal choice is probably some sort of saddlebags or luggage type bags. For Sport Bikes the easy answer is likely to be a tank bag.
If you have a cruiser choosing a saddlebag for your ride is really a matter of taste. Their are so many too choose from its not even funny. Motorcycle saddlebags come in a variety of styles. Most are made of some type of leather or a synthetic material. Modern Saddlebags generally have a hard case liner in side which keeps the shape of the bag. When choosing a saddle bag it is best to choose something that will look good on your motorcycle. If you get something you don’t like you are not as likely to use it. Bags come with studs and fringes and even locks if you want. You can choose from either permanently mounted saddle bags or ones that can easily come off the bike. I recommend you get some that can be removed easily so they can be carried in with you if you are planning to ride your bike to work or some other place where you will be away from the bike for a while. Most motorcycle saddle bags can be removed easily and put back on just as quickly. If you decide on some that mount permanently make sure they lock. Some of your more popular saddlebag makers are Saddlemen, Saddle Stow, Willie and Max, Ace, and ZR. Their are more brands than these but these are the major manufacturers for motorcycle saddlebags. Most of these are easily mounted and come with all the necessary hardware. Also T-Bags makes some really nice Sissy Bar Bags that have a decent amount of storage space. T-Bags also makes motorcycle luggage to fit most cruisers as well as sport bikes.
For sport bike riders the preference tends to be a tank bag. Since saddlebags tend to lean more towards the classic look they aren’t to appealing to riders of sport bikes. Tank Bags are actually a great alternative to saddlebags, most are expandable and can carry quite a bit of stuff as wells as that most tank bags have side pockets for extra storage. Most tank bags use a magnetic mounting system in combination with a strap that ties of to the steering head of the bike. This makes it really easy to pull the tank bag of and on with out it being a big pain. This makes it easy to take off the bike and carry with you if you plan on being away from the bike for a while. Most of these bags also have a carrying handle which makes it even easier for you to carry the bag with you. Their are a lot of different tank bag sizes available so it is important to pick a size the will suit your needs. I recommend one that is expandable which will allow you to make it compact or expand it for more capacity when needed. Also when picking a tank bag you want to pick one that is water resistant in case you get caught in a down pour. Most tank bags are either made from water resistant material or come with a built in rain cover.
Dominik Hussl
http://www.articlesbase.com/automotive-articles/motorcycle-saddlebags-or-tank-bags-which-to-get-138927.html
i am looking for a sport bike but want to know when did sport bikes start using fuel injection? I E: cbr, r6, ninja
In the 1950′s Wal Phillips made them.
i am looking for a sport bike but want to know when did sport bikes start using fuel injection? I E: cbr, r6, ninja
In the 1950′s Wal Phillips made them.
So, you wanna buy a BMX bike hey? Good for you! What are you gonna do with your bike? Are you gonna rip along dirt trails or race your friends on the BMX track? Are you gonna show off, doin’ some serious stunts on the streets of your neighborhood or down at the local skate park? Or are you searching for some big air, jumping ramps in the backyard? “Why does it matter?”, you ask. Well, you want to buy the right bike, don’t you?
Yes, that’s right. BMX bikes come in different styles for different uses. Generally you can put them into three classes:
The racing style BMX is probably the most common BMX bike. These bikes are great for racing along dirt trails or up and down the jumps and berms of the race track. They feature knobby tires for getting a grip on the slippery terrain, a strong, lightweight frame and a strong rear brake to pull you up when you need to stop.
The freestyle BMX is the most popular bike down at the skate park. They have really strong frames designed to take the punishment that their fearless riders dish out on a daily basis. To match the strong frame, they also need some strong wheels, and as the tires are usually in the air or on the pavement, they aren’t as knobby as their racing cousins. And as these bikes are built for tricks and stunts, they’ll have axle pegs sticking out from the hubs on the back and front wheels.
The dirt jumping bike is virtually a cross between the racing and freestyle bike. They have the very sturdy frames of the freestyle bikes while having the knobby tires of the racing bikes. As the name suggests, they are built for jumping but they are also handy on the trails as well.
So, once you have chosen the style of riding you want to do, you’ll be able to narrow down your choice of bike to one of these three types. If you’re a beginner, then you may want to go for a racing BMX as these allow you to get out on the track and will have you learning the basics in no time.
When you know what sort of riding you want to do, then you’ll have to consult your bank balance to see how much you can spend. As BMXing has become such a highly specialized sport, then you can pay a lot of money for a great BMX with really hot components. Not everyone will be able to afford a top notch bike straight up, but with today’s huge range, you’re sure to find a great bike within your budget.
Whether you’re tearing up the tracks and trails, hitting the pavement with some radical new tricks or jumping that wobbly, home made ramp in the backyard, you’re sure to find a BMX to suit your style…and your budget.
James Sanford
http://www.articlesbase.com/sports-and-fitness-articles/choosing-the-right-bmx-ripping-up-trails-getting-air-or-serious-stunts-111044.html
I a looking to upgrade in the future to a higher performance bike, but want to retain the comfortable ergonomics of a standard or slightly aggressive riding position. I am looking mainly in the 500-600cc range, but can deviate from that. I have thought about the ninja 500, 650, sv650, cb750 nighthawk, and gs500. What other options are out there?
Suzuki SV650……comes in the sport and standard version.
Suzuki GS 500 and 500F
Suzuki GSR 600
Suzuki GSF 650 Bandit.
Honda CBF 600
Honda CB 600 Hornet
Yamaha FZ6 Fazer 600
Kawasaki ER-6N and ER-6 F 650
Kawasaki Z750 and Z750S
All bikes with sports performance but not a true sports bike riding geometry.
Basically, you can ride these all day without breaking your back.