Motorcycle Questions
And Answers

Motorcycle Questions - When I think back to when I first learned how to ride a motorcycle, boy - did I ever have questions. Each new ride resulted in more wondering.......yet, as a woman motorcycle rider, it was a bit daunting to think about actually uttering the words out loud. Now, everyone would not only know that I was a beginner, but that I was also a bit "daft."

I know that there are various forums online that are devoted to motorcycles, and I've visited a few just out of curiosity. Wouldn't it be great if you - a woman motorcycle rider - had a place where you could ask questions, and get answers? And not be embarrassed about needing to know something?

Maybe you just need to know if others have experienced the same "quirk" that you have noticed in your motorcycle. OR, what if you're planning a trip and would like recommendations for lodging, roads or restaurants in the area? Maybe you are shopping for some gear, and would like to know what others think about a particular brand or item? Ask here, and benefit from the wisdom and experience of the other readers of Her-Motorcycle.

I don't claim to be an expert, but certainly through the power of the internet, someone will be able to provide you with some answers to your questions.

And, make sure to bookmark this page and check back to see if you can answer someone else's question!

If so, this is the place to ask. You can ask anonomously, if you don't want anyone to know who you are, or just stand tall and ask. No judging - we all need a place to go for some advice.

Check back to see the answers, AND if you can add to any of the answers to others' questions, please do so!

Click below to see answers from other visitors to this page...

What tools should I carry in my tool bag and are there any classes out there to teach me how to work on my bike? 
I was wondering if anyone could give me a list of tools that I should carry in my tool bag? I asked where I bought my bike and they kinda gave me the ...

Itchy head from helmet 
This may be a strange question, but does anyone else have a problem with their head itching, when wearing their helmet? Mine itches so badly that I can'...

Excuses or reason - help me decide  
I have a trip planned with my husband for July 11th to ride to the coast which is about hour & half ride, it will be my first long ride and first highway ...

Maintenance contract? 
For regular maintenance required for a motorcycle do you recommend a maintenance package? The dealer where I bought my motorcycle has a maintenance package ...

Setting the Timing on a 1991 SUZUKI GSXR 750 
How do I set the timing on my 1991 Suzuki GSXR 750?

Radiator 
I have a ZX6r 2001 Kawasaki........I just started riding and know little about motorcycles. Is it okay to put coolant inside the radiator or do only put ...

riding after a fall 
Ok, I had a fall on my bike, I was going to do a left turn out of driveway onto road gave the bike too much gas ended up in the bushes. Once I fell I ...

LANE SPLITTING 
What is lane splitting, does it mean 2 bikers are side by side in the same lane? And how are you able to go 5-15mph faster if traffic is backed up?

Headlight Trouble 
I have a 2007 harley davidson softtail custom, my headlight has a terrible vibration to it, it is so bad I can't ride at night? Does anyone else have this ...

Starter Bikes 
I've just completed my ms course and am currently searching for my first bike. I'm very comfortable on the Rebel 250 but it's not as beefy and loud as ...

Windshields 
I am 5"2" tall and ride a honda shadow aero 750 cruiser. I would like to find a windshield that is wide but short enough so that I can see over it. Any ...

new rider  
Hi I am a new rider I have a 2005 honda rebel just got about month ago. I am taking it slow learning the bike. I am signed up for class in august but ...

insurance coverage 
my father has an 84 750cc shadow and pays next to nothing for insurance, I do not live with him and drive the bike from time to time. Am I covered by his ...

womens larger size jackets 
Hi I just got my first bike, bought it last month so I a brand new rider. :) I have 2005 Honda Rebel and I took it out on the street this weekend. I ...

crankcase 
how do you tell if the crank case oil is to low?

Riding/ vacationing alone 
Id like to see a discussion about distance riding and/or vacationing alone. What points or advice, what do you think we would do differently than men going ...

brakes not working 
i just bought a 1986 honda rebel 250 and the brakes are not working. Any ideas?

maintenance 
I just got a 1996 suzuki savage ls650 from a friend. He hasn't ridden it for almost 2 years. I know a need a new battery for it, I need to know what else ...

motorcycle maintenance 
I haven't started my bike for 2 years, besides changing the battery is there anything else I should be aware of before starting it?

Getting back in the saddle after a long winter off. 
Hello all, and welcome spring! I live in the northeast where winter is 6 months long! I started riding last year and took the course, managed to get 4K ...

starting on an incline 
ACH!!! The first weekend I had my own bike, I had to stop at a stop sign on an incline. They didn't go over this in the class I took. I tried to start,...

Back to hair... 
Alright, I have LONG hair - it goes to my waist. Usually I braid it and then tie off the ends.

By the time I get back the ends that stick out from ...

sprockets 
If I go up one tooth on my rear sprocket will that take away from my top end?

Straddle the line 
I recently moved to CA, why do the motorcycles drive in the middle of two lanes and is this legal?

easiest way to get a Harley upright if you dump it  
Because I just did dump it and I know there is an easier was to get it upright.

motorcycle training class 
What's going to be on the written exam?

What kind of a Street bike, Cruiser or Crotch Rocket? 
Hello and thanks for taking my question.

What kind of a first street bike would you recommend for a Lady who can already ride?

I really really want ...

what bike is best? 
I'm kind of small, i'm 5'5 and i weigh about 125, what bike is best for me to ride?
i was looking at all these bikes online but i just dont know what ...

Ready to buy a sport bike... 
Im a 19 year old female and I would love to start riding. I'm just not quite sure..where to start. Ive taken a basic riding class and I have my CY endorsement,...

Bike sounds bad 
I recently got my bike out of winter storage. Started right up and sounded great (cobra exhaust). All I did was change out the rear taillight. Still ...

suspension 
How low can you make the seat on the new 2008 GSXR 600?

motorcycle pants 

I'm having a hard time find any pants with armour that is comfortable. I'm looking for all season pants that are cut a little lower in the front, I'...

Stuck between two jackets 
Hello,
I'm trying to decide between 2 jackets for riding in Seattle, WA.
1. Firstgear Kilimanjaro 4.0
2. Fieldsheer Adventure TX

I'm only 5'2"...

selecting a motorcycle 
Ok, so here it goes. I am tiny, 4'9" and 105 lbs looking to buy my first motorcycle, but from what I've seen so far, they are all too big (I can't put ...

New rider own 250 cc how to handle traffic? 
Hi to all you experience riders, how do you handle busy traffic? I just got my bike out of the shop this last weekend so had not been on it like for 2 ...

first time rider 
I am a new rider that is looking for a great beginner bike. I have been saving money for a year and would like something that I won't regret or outgrow ...

Engine size and performance 
I am shopping for a smaller bike and I have discovered that affordable new bikes jump from 250cc to 500 or 600. Whatever happened to sizes between 250 ...

starting 
I have a triumph t595. I took off the gas tank and emptied it. i put the gas tank on and forgot to put gas in it and started it. it stayed on for 5 seconds ...

describe the technique used to identify traffic hazards 
Can you describe the technique used to identify traffic hazards?

timing  Not rated yet
how to set the timing on a 750 suzuki

timing  Not rated yet
how do i set the timing on my 750 97' suzuki

stage one and stage two exhaust  Not rated yet
I recently bought a 2006 Victory Hammer. When I purchased it, I had them install the stage 1 exhaust, and plan on taking the bike back to have the stage ...

Doing it yourself can save big Bucks!!!!  Not rated yet
HI Laura,
Might try asking your dealership to order you a maintenance book especially for your make and model bike. Also check the internet for do it ...

why is my engine BOGGING?  Not rated yet

I just placed a 2004 engine into my 2000 BMW K1200 LT. It started the very first time and still does. But, when you turn the throttle up it boggs before ...

Shopping for a first bike. HELP!  Not rated yet
Does anyone know anything about the 200cc Harley style motorcycle? I'm looking for my first bike to get some practice on and I saw this.

women in motorcycle racing.  Not rated yet
Hi Christine

We have a women motorcycle racing team. We are looking for lady riders to set Bonneville World Land Speed Records. Must live in the LA ...

won't start  Not rated yet
When my 1996 gsx750 katana gets hot, it won't start. Any suggestions?

Where can I find ladies goggles for small faces  Not rated yet
I am looking for ladies goggles that fit smaller faces. I currently have to purchase mens and because I have to tighten the straps so much I get major ...

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