Motorcycle Questions and Answers

Windshield Advice  A new rider with a 2006 Honda Shadow: Looking for feedback and suggestions about adding a windshield to my bike.... type/style/size/etc.

Breaking a Lease  I am currently leasing a 2011 Yamaha R1 and have been making payments since November 2010. I am struggling very hard with the payments and cant make them ...

New rider  Can I get someone's opinion on the 2009 Yamaha V-Star 250? I have an opportunity to purchase one as a first bike that's only very slightly used (just ...

ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR  DOES THE ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR ON MOTORCYCLES SIT IN A OIL FILLED COMPARTMENT OR SHOULD IT BE OIL FREE(INDICATING OIL LEAK)

why does my blinker on my motercycle does not work in the cold just the heat  why does my blinker on my motercycle does not work in the cold just the heat but it does work in the cold weather after a min or two

when i turn the handel bars to the right i lose all power   there is no exposed wiring and or loose wires am at a loss please help and some times when standing still it does the samething all power will just go ...

electrical problems  I jump started my 1986 yamaha with the car, I took the cables off the motorcycle with both vehicles running and the bike died, now the bike won't start ...

harley tires  how many miles can you get on a harley davidson softtail deluxe tires

fear  I took the Harley Riders Edge course in April 2011, passed the test, the state came the next day to test for our license and I dropped the bike on the ...

Shifting in cold weather  My 1998 Yamaha royal star when i start eng in cold weather and warn it up about 5 to 8 min, when i shift to first it jumps forward then i can't get it ...

long trip  I've been riding for 5 months now and have an sv650s. How long should I wait to make a 150 mile weekend trip on the highway?

derbi senda citycross 125  I was wondering if someone could give me their advice, i recently bought this bike, it is my first and im no mechanic, when riding it seems very loud and ...

will not start  i recently changed the back bulb on my dr 125 motorbike and i was out on it last night when i got home and my bike would not turn off. i took key out and ...

sparkplugs overflow with fuel...  Hi,
ive got a cbr400n29-new sparkplugs was fitted in sept 2011 and since then i had to replace 3 already-overflowed with petrol...
any suggestions please?...

clutch  I have a CBR 600 F4, clutch cable broke and I got a pro motion cable and can't get it to adjust right. I took it off and pushed the swing arm on top of ...

adjusting the height  Can a Kawasaki 250 be lowered enough for me, I'm 5ft tall and really want a bike, but don't know if a street bike can be lowered to fit me. Is this possible ...

kick start jammed on crf450r  my partner has a crf459r bike and the other day while riding it he said it made noise like the chain let go but chain never and then the bike stopped and ...

bike for learners  i want to know what type of bike i should get to learn on, i am only 167cm in height and 68kg? any advice on types and models?

MAKE AND MODEL OF MOTORCYCLE Needed!! Please help :)  I was wondering if anyone could tell me the make and model of this motorcycle? I am really interested in buying it.

Passing on the highway  What can I do to not get nervous when being passed by a truck on the highway?

tire size  I have A 92 SPORTSTER WITH A 130/90/16 REAR TIRE CAN I STEP UP TO A 140/90/16

electric  I bought a 1986 honda cbr 250. The owner said it won't start. Took it to a mechanic, stood in rain for 2 months. Went to collect it, put battery on and ...

Test riding for a new bike  I recently sold my HD Sportster 1200 of which I purchased without test riding because I'd just gotten my new M license. No regrets. I just happened across ...

run without full choke  I have a 2002 Honda Shadow that I just changed the battery and started after about a month and it will not run without the choke. Should I change out ...

Slow speed turn  I am a woman rider, I have a 1200 Sportster, which I have no problems riding at speed, in fact I love this bike at high speed cornering, etc. But I have ...

rear runnning lights  i have a 2009 suzuki m-90 i have had it for 3 months now. i have not been able to ride it for 2 weeks when i did start to ride aging i noticed the rear ...

Short and tiny looking for a sport bike  I'm 4'10 and 105 pounds. I want to start riding with my boyfriend but unsure on if there are any street bikes that will fit my small frame.

motocross  Im wanting to start racing motocross im 5'2 and 120 pounds what size bike would be the best for me? I was looking at a yamaha 85?

Flat Battery on a Yamaha XVS650  Unfortunately I have been unable to ride for 12 months and now that I can my Yamaha XVS650 has a flat battery, is there an easy way to start it?

Harley HD  My bike wont shift gears, so now its not drivable. What can I do?

bike fires with starter fluid then dies. 98 roadking injected  I have a 98 roadking fuel injected. I spray starter fluid to see if it fires, and it does. But it dies out after that. Fuel pump comes on but intermittently....

gear shift configeration  hi have not riden for some time and just wondering what is the gear shift configeration on the new triumphs (america)same as old british bikes or is it ...

07 650 ninja or 2010 250 ninja for beginner ?  I am just learning how to ride and have two bikes lined up to look at but I'm not sure if I should go with the 250 or 650. I'm 135 lb and I'm 5'6". Any ...

Stall in Neutral and 1st Gear - Ninja 250  Hi,

I'm very new motorcycle and just recently got a 2009 ninja 250 with 2600 miles on it. I have only been on it about six times, since weather is ...

making sharp turns from a stop  I have been wanting to ride a motorcycle since I was little and I finally decided it was the time (I'm 45 now). I took the MSF class and passed with flying ...

.How do I know when im in the friction zone?  New to riding, having difficulty with knowing when im in the friction zone, i have had four 1 hour beginners lessons and still am having challenges shifting ...

Which bike to learn on?  As a small girl, which bike should I start learning on? I want something I can easily manage, thats not too heavy and can make it look pretty. I was told ...

Buy or Ride  My husband is wanting to do a trans-America tour next year. We have heard some people advise me to ride with him, but I feel like it would be more enjoyable ...

engine piston compatibility between year models  i have a 2001 kawasaki ninja 250. and one of the pistons somehow got a hold blown through it. i believe it melted. (its a long story) but i found an add ...

Lever reach  I just purchased a 2009 Yamaha V-Star 950. Has anyone had to have their clutch lever adjusted in for a better grip?

Small Saddlebags for small motorcycles  This is Mollie Gadsden and I'm looking for a pair of small saddlebags that want break the bank. Any suggestions???? They need to be 10" x 12" x 4 1/2". or ...

2006 Honda Shadow VLX oil light on  Hi, I recently went for a ride on my Honda Shadow when the bike started to stutter and then finally shut down on its own. The light on my speedometer ...

Weird sound coming from front end   I have a 2009 kawasaki ninja zx6r (5,600 mi) and I rode home from work the other night and after about 20 miles on the road, there was this weird rotary ...

leg from getting burnt from the exhaust pipe  what to use to protect your leg from getting burnt on the exhaust pipe on a honda cbr 600 f4i

thick girl wanting to learn how to ride and buy a motor cycle  i am 5'5 and i weigh 240 i would like to know what motorcycle is good for me to buy and i would like to learn how to ride but i am afraid that i am too ...

Throttle  throttling on my 04 Honda Shadow Aero does not function properly it appears to be misfiring does that problem sound like the carbs need to be cleaned
...

Petite who wants to buy the perfect motorcycle  Hi, I am a petite woman. 4'11'',medium built. I am dying to learn to ride a motorcycle. But I'm afraid I wont be able to find a bike that i can manage....

bogging out around corneres  why does my bike bog out just after coming out of a corner? (kx85)

Beginner  I realize all of the advice says to start on a small motorcycle, like the 250CC bike from the MSF class. I don't really want to purchase two bikes. Do ...

too short for my motorbike  Hi
I have just bought a suzuki gs 500 naked motorbike,I have just had it lowered because I was tipy toe on it.Since getting it lowered it is great to ...

MV Agusta 1078 RR  I have an MV Agusta 1078RR. When i ride it for more than 15 minutes the clutch stops working until it cools down. It was stored in my garage for over a ...

Starting old bikes  My Tiger 110 has always behaved perfectly.1954 vintage
Until I was unable to ride or start it for a year. When I
tried the tickler it was dry,so I ...

my motorcycle makes this dripping sound after every ride ?  my motorcycle makes this dripping sound after every ride ? and when i turn on my bike the red temp light goes on the goes off as soon as i start driving ...

what kind is a good teenager beginner dirt bike?  I'm 5'4" and about 125 and I wanna learn how to ride a dirt bike. I don't know anything about them so I need help. What kind and size?

Clutch plates  Can I put GSZR1000 clutch plates in a GSXR600 motorcycle?

Mustang seat on a Sportster  I have a Sportster 883Low and do a lot of riding. I find that my back gets sore and would like to get a back rest.
It's hard to find a back rest for a ...

Is a GSXR 1000 too big a bike for me to handle?  I bought a GSXR 1000 & have really enjoyed riding on the back with my hubby riding on it but I WANT TO DRIVE IT ALONE - I am 5'6" 145 lbs- my hubby doesn'...

Arqin Bruiser 250 Problems and Solutions  I bought Arqin Bruiser. Does anyone know what type of oil filter is used and how to change it - location. Also i am interested how often should i change ...

V-Star 250 compatible  I was wondering if there are any other 250 engines that are compatible with a 2010 Yamaha V-Star 250. I want to fix it for my daughter. I killed it after ...

22 years old--- wanting a sportbike!  Hello. I am 22 yrs old- 5'5" and 110 pounds. I really want to buy a sportbike....its been a dream of mine for years. I am nervous about taking the rider ...

Leathers versus Synthetics  I'm buying my first bike. I want to be warm (even though it's California -- I turn blue at the first sign of a breeze), I want to be comfortable, and ...

will not start  Bike was running fine turn it off for about 8 hours went to start it pushed start buton lights came on but would not crank, pushed star button a few ...

What type of Bike for tall woman  I'm a 6'1" woman who is a new rider. What type of Harley would be best? Sporster (883,1200) or Dyna. Softail too big for now (I think)l

about the choke 2003 flstc  my 2003 hertiage softail choke is really hard to pull out,,is that Right?,,and shouldn't it go back in after the motor is warmed up it's self?

Loooong Legs and Short Leg Room  I am a tall woman 5'11" with a 35" inseam and large bodied @225 lbs. I want to know what I can do to give me more leg room without adding highway bars ...

Tapping and white smoke  I have a 1998 cbr 600 it started shooting clouds of white smoke out the tail pipe and tapping after I changed the oil it only does it when I get over 9000 ...

ride height  I have a 2010 suzuki boulevard c50t. I've set the suspension to the softest setting but find it still a little too high as I can only touch the ground ...

when will I improve?  I'm a little frustrated today. I've clocked about 35 hours on my bike so I figured I could leave the parking lot and go out on the road. I was going up ...

Curious  I am a 5ft 130 lb female what motorcycle would b ideal for me?

Buying Yamaha R6  im goin to buy a used yamaha R6. The seller claims it is 2009 and imported from japan. The chassis number is jyarj06e69a040724 . However, the bike body ...

motorcycle wont start  My brand new bike wont start after being stored for 8months. It has 5miles on it. Ive drained gas/oil, replaced, new plugs , changed filters and i cant ...

Too little for a big bike?  I am 5'1" and weight about 135. Am I too small to ride a Honda Shadow 750?

Too little for a big bike? Part 2  Hi I took the Beginner safety course, where I rode on a rebel 250 and then bought a Honda 750. I'm finding I'm way more intimidated on my bike and I'm ...

fuel  Does the 1100 v star have an over flow under the seat close to the botom of the frame

Venturing Out for the First Time  How long did you wait before venturing out on a ride? I took the motorcycle safety course in June, just bought my bike and have ridden around a parking ...

in buying a motorcycle  i'm buying a kawasaki ninja what do i need to check and see that everything is working properly

oil 2008 250r Kawasaki ninja  I have a 2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250R. I want to change my oil and i dont know how much i need to buy? how many quarts will it take?

Beginner!  I'm getting my license in a couple weeks and I'm incredibly nervous; any beginner advice? As well, I'm looking into a Suzuki gsxr 600 -- thoughts (5'5"...

Ignition Switch  I own a 2002 Suzuki Intruder VL1500.
The bike was running just great.Stopped and turned it
off for no more then 30min.When turned key on no power
anywhere ...

gas tank on a shadow honda  will a yamaha gas tank fit on a shadow honda? im lookn at a bike that is listed as a shoadow honda but has a yamaha gas tank on it.


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The best bike for a female of a 5'5 at 210lbs....?  Unfortunately I am overweight but I am a beginner bike rider and want to know if the Kawasaki Ninja 400r would fit some one of my size and height.

Skills Test  I am about to take my motorcycle skills test again and I was wondering if a Kawasaki 125cc is a good bike to use for the test? I have a Honda Shadow 750cc,...

Year of a motorcycle?  THANK you for this site!!!! I am a female looking to buy a Harley and have alot of questions. I will start with one:
Is the year of the bike just referencing ...

I have a '92 Honda VLX which occassionally slips out of second gear (down into netraul) within a second or two of shifting up.  I have a Honda VLX which occassionally slips out of 2nd gear (back into neutral) within a second or two of the upshift. I figure something in the transmission ...

Learning to ride a top heavy bike  I'm 5'2" and late 50's. I was searching for a Rebel 250 and all the guys I know said I would be bored within a couple of weeks. A really special buy ...

Brake and Clutch levers   Brake and Clutch levers too far for small hands on a v-star 250

speed  This is my first full season riding - and I ride solo most all of the time. I think I have gotten so much more confident and developed some finesse in ...

No power to system  2005 honda 750c shadow areo area has no power to system,battery has been charged and fuses look good ( 5 and 10 amp) what should i check

How much oil should I put in my Honda VLX 600 cc year 2004?  I've had this bike for a month 1/2 now and I don't know how to read the dipstick for the oil.

Can someone please tell me exactly at what line the oil ...

winter storage  I want to know the best way to winterize my Honda 600 Shadow for winter

choke  I have an 08 honda rebel which i bought used and didn't come with a manual. Can someone PLEASE tell me how I know when the choke is on and when it's off....

Rear brake's getting hot on my 2010 street glide "real HOT"  I've got a 2010 street glide the rear brake is getting HOT ,It will burn the "sh--t out of you . the harley shop said it was OK , I've got 9000 mile's ...

Top heavy bike  I read somewhere that harleys were " top heavy" bike, difficult for many females to ride..
is this true?

lighting  do i need to have working lights & indicators if i only intend to use it during the day

04 honda shadow 600cc VLX delux   My 04 honda shadow 600cc VLX delux wont run if the choke is not out?

best windshield for my size and bike  I am a new rider( 2years ) took the MSF course, kept my rebel 1 year and went to a Honda Shadow Aero 1 yr ago. LOVE my Honda, and plan on keeping it a ...

fuel  on the side of my husbands suzuki intruder 125 it says on off reserve and fuel
whats should it be on when riding
as he had it on on and it keeps cutting ...

comparing bikes  I am new to motorcycles. I always liked the Honda Shadow 750. What other bikes are campareable to the 750 shadow?

Engine shuts down  I have purchased a 2007 650 V Star with only 3200 miles and had it 4 weeks. It has been back to the dealer and had plugs replaced and carburetor cleaned ...

yamaha xs 650.  Im just 5'2 about 140 lbs, 35 years old, beginner rider. I saw a nice yamaha xs 650 on ebay and i just fell inlove with it. I've never seen one in real ...

how much should I weigh to drive a 600 lb. motorcycle?   how much should I weigh to drive a 600 lb. motorcycle?
I mean is there a minimum weight to drive a heavy bike?
Is there table of weight?

Dirt bikes  I am a 200 pound girl and i need to know what type of dirtbike i should get?

Break light  Break light won't work. Already replaced bulb and fuse. Blinkers work fine.

How much engine?  Finances required me to sell my car. I bought a 79cc scooter and LOVE it! But I need to interstate about 25 miles to visit my beautiful grandkids. How ...

4'11 ft what motorcycle can I ride  I'm only 4'11 and weigh about 102 lbs. I was wondering what kind of motorcycle am I able to ride? They all seem huge and I feel I'd be to small to even ...

Throttle stop working while I was driving  I was driving down the highway today going about 110km and all of a sudden my Throttle stopped working and when I pulled over my bike died. I tried to ...

Is this Legit?  I stored my bike for about a year with a full tank of gas and a stablizer in it. Now it dies if I turn the choke all the way off. I talked to the place ...

oil change on honda 2001 vt 1100cc saber shadow.  Drained the oil. Went to take oil filter off and it will not loosen (counter clockwise. Is there something I don't know about. I didn't think I could see ...

purchasing a new fairing kit  i have seen some fairing kits i like most of the bike (2001 yamaha r6) is scratched thats why i would like to replace it. but i dont really want to change ...

graduating to a larger bike  Any advice for moving from a 250 Honda rebel to something larger?
Any thoughts on a 1993 Shadow VLX 600cc as the next bike?

carbs on a Suzuki  we have a 1978 Suzuki 550E, with 4 carbs. I put a gallon of fresh gas, with some gumout, the bikes been sitting. Start it up, and run around the neighborhood....

1965 Honda Dream 305  Removed by request - webmaster

fighting over which bike to choose for beginner  Hello ladies! (& gentlemen),

I'm as green as they come, minus a little dirt bike riding & taking a spin or two on my husband's old 250 Rebel. While ...

My 2002 honda shadow spirit 750 stopped last night. Why?  I have a 2002 Honda Shadow Spirit 750 and was riding it about a week ago and it started spitting and sputtering, so I switched to reserve thinking it was ...

buying a new motorcycle  im 5'6 is a harley deluxe to big for me?

Not getting enough gas?  Hello!
Let me start off by saying that I have been riding for 7 years and am now 24 and have never had this problem with past bikes, so it's not that ...

why does my bike kind of die when taking off from a stop  why does my bike kind of die when taking off from a stop

not starting right  i have a 2004 yamaha road star midnight star and after you have rode it awhile and stop for a break for half hour then get back on it the bike acts like ...

Not so much a question as a   Anyway, I've asked a few questions on here before and gotten some very good advice.

I have had a bike for a few months but had hardly ridden it. It ...

turning problems  Whenever i take a turn on a motor cycle my vehicle stops....and sometimes it gives jerks and finally stops.....actually i hold clutch and apply brake during ...

Stop lights  Hi. I am a new rider. Completed my MSP class and bought a used 2007 Yamaha 650 V Star last week. I was riding the neighborhood and have ventured back and ...

SEAT REPLACEMENT  I have a 1994 Harley Heritage softail that i need a comfortable replacement seat suitable for semi long distant rides

stalls when hitting brake  ill will be riding and hit the brakes and it will shut off

motors  Can a 2006 honda cbr600f4i motor fit in a 2000 kawasaki zx6r motorcycle

Physical Disabilities and Bikes  Hi,

I wanted to ask a question and even though it's for a guy I thought I'd ask it here because women seem less judgmental about this sort of stuff....

Size of Engine Guards  I have been on a bike for 3 seasons now, and have dropped my Kawasaki Vulcan 500 a few times (though not this year- Yahoo). After replacing my windshield ...

Downshifting?  Okay, so I think I've mostly got the hang of shifting gears upward (except I'm still scared to go over about 50-60km/h). My question is about slowing down ...

Ready to call it a day in the world of becoming a "Lady Biker". What do you think?  Much to my chagrin, I am ready to quit riding my own bike. After 3 close calls that I could have easily been severely injured (got out with some bruising,...

I Need Some Confidence  I am a new rider and I have fallen so many times. I have taken the riders course and I have my license but I still fall and my boyfriend never falls. so ...

Falling and Sharp Turns  I am a new rider. I am 5'1" and I have fallen a lot and it's mostly when I am making sharp turns. I have a 2010 250 Ninja. Is it normal to fall so much?...

Bike Size  I now have a Honda VLX 600 (my first bike of 2 months). I would like a bigger one, of course. So my question is this: Do you think it's a good idea to ...

Engine Problems  I hope some one can help me out. I have a 2000 Yamaha V-Star 1100cc Classic and I'm having some trouble getting the bike to stay on. When I start the ...

Shifting Gears  I am a new rider I just got a Honda Rebel 2005 and I would like to no when you come to a stop sign do you always have to go to first gear. I live in the ...

Bikes for Short Women  I'm dying to buy a Harley and leaning towards an 883 Sportster. Then one I'm looking at is a 2007 custom bike. Was wondering how much it could b lowered....

Cannot Reach Clutch and Brake Lever Comfortably  Question 1:

I have a 1987 Honda Shadow VTC700. I am 5'2", 30" inseam. My feet reach the ground comfortably. I can reach the handle bars. I wear boots ...

Helmets  What is the best helmet for us ladies? Safe, vented, communication compatible? I live in the deep south and it's hot.

Comparisons  I'd like an honest opinion from you ladies about 2 bikes I'm interested in. As a future new rider, I've got my eye on a couple Japanese cruisers that,...

License Plate Usage  I own one motorcycle and am buying another from an individual. I was told until I get the title from him to register the new bike, I can use the license ...

When do the nerves go away?????  I've taken my MSF course and passed with minimal point deductions. I think I did pretty well too - though I do have some hang ups to work thru such as ...

My Battery is Not Keeping a Charge  I keep my bike on a battery charger but after I ride for a while and turn the bike off I cannot restart the bike because the battery is dead. Where should ...

Riding Into Corners  I have been ridding since 2004 and I am confident, but when it comes to corners, I am still nervous.

Any advice?

Making Those U-Turns  I have practiced many hours on making u-turns. Looks so easy but there must be something I am missing. In the class we learned to use the friction zone ...

Motor Backfires and Stalls  I own a 2001 heritage Softail classic. It backfires and it stalls. Would you know the source of the problem? Sparkplugs have been changed, throttle body ...

Handlebar Reach  I have a Yamaha 650 Classic. I am new female rider. I am looking for handlebars that will bring the grips closer to me so I am not reaching to grab the ...

Dealer Invoice Price?  Does anyone know where to find the invoice price the dealer paid for a new bike? I've heard cyclebuy.com, and then $15 will get you all the info you need....

Shaky Throttle Hand  I am new to riding and have a weak wrist that I broke as a child. I have noticed that when I am riding that my hand isn't stable or steady on the throttle....

Women's Riding Club  Hi ladies, I am very interested n becoming a member of a female MC club. My whole family has actually been involved in clubs plus I love motorcycles a ...

Eye Vibration?  I'm a newbie rider this year, have my own bike, observe all forms of safety, even forsaking the "coolness factor". However, if I go past 45 miles an hour ...

Where to Put Your Gear  I'm planning on getting a motorcycle but I was wondering where I would put my gear like helmet, pants, jacket ect... I know there is a small hold for gloves ...

Steep Hills  I just bought my first motorcycle this year and I'm really excited to go riding, but I have a rather terrifying problem that I hadn't considered. My driveway ...

Car Ferry  I'm a fairly new rider and will be going on my first group ride in a couple of weeks. I just learned that we will be taking a gravel road (which is a ...

Liability Question   I took my motorcycle to a repair shop to have the front wheel replaced. After replacing the wheel, the mechanic took it for a test ride. While going over ...

Jacket for Very Thin Person  I've finally begun to pursue a lifelong dream of getting into motorcycles, and while I'm basically squared away with gear and a good beginner's bike and ...

Forward with no throttle?  Ok, so I bought my first bike and I was going to take it for my second ride (the first was home from the store). Anyway I started it up and all of a sudden ...

Bike Models/Safety Classes  Hi there,

I've always been interested in riding a motorcycle, but I never thought I'd be very good at it. I'm 5' and about 98 lbs, so I was always ...

Leather Clutch and Brake Covers  I ordered the leather fringe covers for clutch and brake. Does anyone have any suggestions on installing them? Which direction do I put the laces..etc?...

Kevlar Gear  Has anyone tried the Kevlar Jeans?

Turns  I just started back riding and I'm uncomfortable with my turns. I have a Yamaha V-Star 650. When I turn left or right its to wide, and it scares my husband ...

U-turn Box from Hell  So I just passed my BRC class, today and will be getting my license in the mail soon! I did however completely botch the counterweight figure-8 u-turn ...

Motorcycle Pants vs. Chaps, Leather vs. Nylon  Hi,

I'm a first time rider and super pumped (and very nervous!) about getting on my bike for the first time. I just bought a 2003 Yamaha V Star 650 ...

Glasses and Visor Fogging Up  Hi,

I'm a brand new rider. I went for my first ride on the road today, and a few weeks ago I took the safety course. I'm sure I will have many more ...

Turning Into a Parking Space  Ok, so I admit I have this fear when it comes to pulling into a parking space. I guess my fear comes from when I hit the front brake and of course you ...

250cc? 600cc? Cruiser? Sport? Scooter?? So many options!  When I took the MSF course, it was my very first time sitting on anything with 2 wheels and a motor. I think I picked it up pretty quickly, and even had ...

Care  My rubber handgrips are getting ugly, I've been told it's from the oils in my hands. Is there anything to prevent this other than gloves?

Small lady - heavy bike. Do they mix?  What a great website! I just discovered it a couple days ago. I am a new rider, I got my beginners license in last fall, let it expire over the winter ...

Holding a Bike While On a Hill  I'm into my 4th season of riding and I still get nervous when I have to hold my bike on a steep hill in fear of stalling it and not being able to get it ...

Motorcycle  Hi Guys, I Am Planning to buy a bike, but I have no clue which bike should I Opt for. I Use to drive a bike of 100cc to 250cc back in home country 4 years ...

Kinda Embarrassed :(  Hi everyone, I have been riding for 4 years, have been riding alone all this time, mostly to work and back and short rides on weekends. I have no desire ...

Passenger Question  My husband bought a 2011 Kawasaki Ninja 250r (something along that line) and he didn't know how to ride a motorcycle before buying one. He got his motorcycle ...

How do I choose the right motorcycle for me?  Hello,

I know this subject has been talked about throughout the website, yet I feel I'm still unsure about what is most important. I had thought, from ...

Multi Purpose Jacket  Good Morning Ladies!

First - here is my riding background: I have spent most of my life playing in the dirt, dodging trees, rocks and chipmunks. My ...

Poker Runs  Can anyone describe to me what Poker Runs are and do they go from bar to bar and drink? I'm new to motorcycling and haven't ridden in a group. When I ...

Gas Tank Cross Reference  Does any one know if I can put a Yamaha 250cc V-star gas tank on a Honda Shadow 500cc for a leaner look? They are both V twins.

Any Ideas for Short Lady  My wife is getting a little depressed with trying to find a bike she can ride. I introduced her to biking years ago and (of course!) she loves it. She'...

5'2 & 140lb and Looking at a Honda Shadow for 1st Bike  Hello ladies!

I'm so glad I found this site! As my title says I'm pretty tiny and I'm looking a what seems like a "big" bike for me. At least that'...

2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250r with 150 Miles (dies) Help?  I'm not sure if it's just the cold or what, but I have my bike sitting outside exposed to the open (unfortunately). The past few days I go to start it ...

How Low Can You Go  I have a gsx-r600. I am 4'9" and I need it slammed! It was already lowered when I got it, but I need it lowered some more. So I was wondering whats ...

Big Girl On a 250cc  I am a pretty big girl, and I am wondering if a 250cc will be okay. I don't need to go super fast or have extreme acceleration. I just want to take it ...

Shorter Shifter  I have small feet and even in my riding boots, the shifter hits the tip of my big toe. I am looking for a shorter shifter to fit my foot better. I ride ...

Dual-Purpose...?  I'm a complete beginner but I've been doing a lot of research on bikes. The main question I have is whether to buy a dual-purpose bike or something... bigger ...

What bike should I get?   I'm a beginner with lots of highway travel to and from work. I want a sports bike and I have heard that a Ninja 250 is the best starting bike. I have ...

Accident  I got cut off by someone driving a Tahoe. She was on the phone and never looked to see the traffic coming from my direction. She pulled out I hit the ...

Sizes?  If a girl weighs 110 pounds and is 5'4 how big of a dirt bike should she get?

Most Boot for My Buck  Hi all, I am beginning my first season on my Ninja 250. I am enrolled in a motorcycle safety course at the local community college and they require that ...

Picking Your Bike Up Off the Ground  How can I lift my bike (Road King) after it has fallen on its side?

Mustang Seats  I bought a mustang regal seat and it does not have the three holes in/on the passenger seat backrest to match up to the three pegs on the tool holder door ...

Wanting to learn to ride...What's a good learner bike?  So I had an ex who had a bike and I fell in love (with the bike!) I would love to learn to ride because I miss being out on the road, but I have no idea ...

Victory Motorcycles  Someone had mentioned that Victory had one motorcycle that was specifically for women. Does anyone know what the model is?

New Bike Warranty  I have a brand new 750 Honda Shadow Spirit. The dealership is telling me that I should bring it in at 1000 kms for the first service. I am wondering if ...

Smaller Touring Bike for a Woman  I've been riding only a few years. I purchased my second bike, an Aero 750 in Florida and rode it back up to Illinois, stopped in the Smokies for a couple ...

I Am Scared and Frustrated  21 yr old 100lbs. Okay so I purchased a Ninja 250 a few days ago and today my bf took me out to teach. I have been riding on the back of his R6 for a month ...

Training Wheels  My question is, is there a training wheel out there for a Honda Shadow 600 VLX. I believe if I could use this, it would bolster my confidence.

Motorcyles for Short Women  What's the best sports motorcycle for a 5'5" woman?

Want to Learn to Ride a Motorcyle, But I Am a Short Women 5'1  Hello, I have been wanted to learn to ride a Bike. My husband rides a Yamaha R6 and that bike is a little bit much for my stature. I am wondering of there ...

Vintage Motorcycle Insurance  I am looking to buy my first motorcycle and it is a vintage bike (1976 Honda GL1000). I am female and 19 years old and have a clean driving history. Does ...

Bike Suddenly Turns Off  One night as I'm riding my lights began to turn on and off on me as I'm riding in the night. About a week later in the morning I was riding to work on ...

I am short--what's a good bike for what I am looking for?  I have ridden a scooter for over two years, driven stick shift for over six years and ridden motorcycles a handful of times but never owned one. I do not ...

Is a 93 750 too much power?  Hello,

I was reading through and I saw that a lot of the ladies here started with a 200 or 250 motorcycle. I learned on a 650 Suzuki Savage.

I ...

Adding a Sound System  I have a 2007 Kawasaki ZX-10R and I want to put a head unit, two speakers, maybe some highs, an amplifier and a sub on the bike. do I need to upgrade the ...

BMW F650CS  I was wondering, does anybody out there ride a BMW F650CS? If so, what are your thoughts in terms of reliability, safety factor, repair/maintenance and ...

Bike Size  I'm a 5'4, 145 lb. girl and a complete newbie when it comes to biking...I'm wondering what a good starter bike would be and how much my bike should weigh?...

Extending Forks 4 - 6 inches on a 1986 450 Nighthawk...any advice ?  Has become a Bobber Project....and any expert advice on removing the baffles?....Not on how to do it just any REAL VERIFIABLE problem to the engine that ...

First Bike  Hello,

I'm 19 and I've been wanting a bike since I was 10! I've never ridden a bike, but have ridden w/guys plenty of times...for some reason it's ...

Struggle to Kickstart if Engine is Cold  My bike is a Suzuki ts 185, a 1996 model. I serviced it recently, have a new spark-plug, it idle beautifully, run well, but STRUGGLE to start for the ...

Need to Upgrade My Power  I'm not a Harley lover - I don't care for the new sportster gas tanks and I don't want to spend megabucks on a motorcycle. I have a Yamaha 250 Virago....

Bike Dies in 2nd Gear  My bike idles and revs great and does well in first gear but dies as soon as I shift into second gear.

Frame Rust/Leaking on a 1986 Yamaha FZX  My main frame is leaking anti-freeze. I was told that the coolant flows thru this frame. How to fix it?

What Type of Bike  I'm petite. No, really, I'm 5'2" tall & I weigh 100lbs, soaking wet. I want to learn how to drive a bike, instead of always having to ride as a passenger,...

Womens Gloves  Hi,

I live in Australia, and I don't know if it's just down here or what, but why do all the women's motorcycle gloves have little or no protection?...

Are These Good Enough Reasons to Want to Ride?  Last month, I got my motorcycle learner's permit. My b/f rode 20-some years ago, and the last few months, we'd go to various dealers, learning and looking ...

To Bike or Not to Bike - THAT is the question!  I'll start by saying - I had my first experience of motorcycle riding last summer when my new beau took me out as pillion. I loved it! Loved it! Unfortunately,...

Adventure Bikes  Which is the best adventure bike for a woman? I’ve been looking at the Kawasaki KLR650, and a Yamaha TT600 and a BMW 650 GS Dakar. I like them all but ...

Hill Starts  I've passed my test and got a bike but I still get in a right tiz over hill starts and avoid them where possible. Anyone got any advice on the procedure,...

Bike Shuts Off When It's Hot  My Yamaha Virago 750 when I ride it and it heats up, it shuts off until cool then it starts again??? What is wrong with it?

Bike Fit  I'm 5'2" with a 30" in-seam. I need a bike that fits me, I can ride. what bikes can shorter women fit?

Need Encouragement  Hey ladies,

Look...I am a bit frustrated and I need some moral support from 'my girls' for two seasons. I had a 250 Rebel. On a scale of 1-10, I was ...

Goggles  Hi,

I am a newbie and am finding the cold and wind make my eyes water even wearing cushioned motorcycle glasses. I ride to work early in the AM. Am ...

Dressing for Cold Weather  I am wondering your advice and reviews on the best way to layer up for cold weather riding. I am a skier and tend to go with the long underwear strategy....

Ready to Move Up?  I bought a 2010 Ninja 250 in May and have been riding here and there since then. I was aware when I bought the bike that I would probably outgrow it pretty ...

Trading Up? 650 Suzuki for V-Star 650  I'd like opinions and discussions about the V-Star 650 Silverado vs the Boulevard S40. Looking at the specs the V-Star is almost 200 lbs heavier yet still ...

When to shift gears?  I've been riding for a few years, but haven't logged that many miles. My problem seems to be shifting gears. I start off in first gear and then shift into ...

Engine Knock  My motorcycle has got a knocking coming from some where but only when it starts up for 5 seconds then goes away.

Helmets - Full face or no? Some materials better than others?  Wondering what the consensus on helmets is...full face or not? I am sure its just a preference thing, but wanted to throw it out there before spending ...

Signal Lights Flashing  2002 Indian Chief

When I apply brakes my turn signal lights flash 4 times. Is this normal or is there a problem?

Thanks for your time.

Roadside Assistance  Do they have roadside assistance services out there like AAA for Auto and if so, do you think it's worth getting?

What size bike is the right size bike?  I have a Yamaha Virago 250 which is about 300+ pounds, top speed is around 45 to 50 before your looking for more power. I'd like to get something bigger ...

Winter Storage  I recently bought my first bike. I have a beautiful little Sportster 883 low. I live in a cold weather state and my husband actually wants to store it ...

Floorboards vs Pegs   Does one have an advantage over the other?

I used to ride a small bike...a VStar 250 which had pegs. I recently bought my dream bike a HD Softail Deluxe ...

Rear Tires for Harley Ultra Classic  Put a Metzler M880 on rear. Lasted 5000 miles. In peoples opinion, what is the best rear tire?

Zippers for Jacket and Pants  Is it imperative for the two pieces to zip together. I have a FS jacket and a Joe Rocket pants and the zippers are opposite making it impossible to zip ...

C50C Suzuki Boulevard Trouble Code F1 ?  Running rough like she's not getting fuel or not warmed up; keeps dying at stops; oil light came on; F1 code appeared...

She had a tune up/oil change ...

Signed Up to Take Training Class, but a Bit Timid  My boyfriend suggested that we both take the motorcycle training course, so we have signed up for it. Although he has had riding experience before in ...

Chubby Chicks  If anyone can help with cycle clothing vendors for chubby chicks, it would be much appreciated. I live in Calgary, Canada and we need apparel for all seasons,...

Permit Test  Hey, I was wondering how many questions the permit test is? If you could answer that for me that would be amazing.

Pink Tassels  Looking for pink tassels. Any suggestions?

Reaching the Clutch and Brake Levers  Just passed my safety course a few weeks ago. Bought a HD XL1200N ( it was a toss up between that and an 883L) Needed the low seat height as I am 5'0" with ...

Purchasing a Bike  I am thinking of purchasing a 2003 Honda Shadow w/ 4400 miles. the only concern is that it has been sitting for a year. Am told it starts & runs great ...

1000 cc is it for me?  i'm 5'4" and weigh about 110lbs. I was wondering if i would be able to handle an MV Agusta F4 1000 R? I fell in love with the bike from the very first ...

Finding the right motorcycle for my weight and size.  Okay I've recently gained a fascination in motorcycling riding from 2 months of riding co-pilot with a former friend. Before that I was afraid to even ...

Seats for Women  What's the best seat for a 5'4" women rider at 140lbs..?

The Fuel Switch  I am a new motorcycle operator and not at all mechanically inclined. In the MSF Rider Ed class they taught us to turn the fuel switch off every time we ...

Getting My First Motorcycle  I will be taking classes in a month to learn how to ride a motorcycle and afterwards I plan to purchase one of my own. The bike that I want to be my first ...

Riding Apparel for Over 40   I have been riding for almost a year now but haven't purchased a riding jacket or pants. I've looked on-line and local bike shops but I don't want to ...

Im only 5"3 my legs are short looking for a motorcycle that will suit me.  I use to ride a small bike when I was a teenager. Im now 45 yrs old wanting to ride again but I'm short only 5"3 I love to ride but I want to drive Im ...

Crosswinds  Riding in a crosswind scares me. I slowed down and leaned the bike into the wind a little. I didn't like the feeling. Any advice? What do you ladies ...

Hills  I'm having some troubles starting out on hills. My hands are small so to hold the brake, clutch and give it gas all at the same time is a little hard. Any ...

Sunburn  I am a 49 year old motorcycle newbie. This past weekend I took the MSF Rider Ed course and am proud to report I passed! It was the most exhausting fun ...

I feel sick to my stomach as soon as I put helmet on, and strap it?  Any advice of what I can do in order to get rid of phobic feeling, when I put helmet on.

Just recently we rode on a very hot day, and all of a sudden ...

Driving and all of a sudden the bike has an ah ha moment! Just taking in a breath of air?  I just bought a Harley 2006 softail deluxe. When I am riding it will sometimes just die. I have to pull over and turn off the bike and turn it back on....

Learning to Ride  Ok, I just got a 1982 250 Kawasaki...I can ride a bike, I can drive a stick shift car...I can hold this bike up (almost) lol...Have laid the bike down ...

1993 Goldwing 1500 Electronics  When I put the motorcycle in reverse and I push the starter button to activate reverse, the radio stops playing while backing up. What causes this?

Sore Bottom  We're heading out for a ten day trip to Glacier ... it's going to be gorgeous! HOWEVER ... my bottom can only handle about five days ... not enough built ...

Sizing for Me  I am 5 foot 2 inches tall and I want a GSXR motorcycle and I want to know if it can be sized to fit me.

Curves & Turns  I've been riding for 4 1/2 months now & took the MSF Course but I can't get over my fear of curves and sometimes turns. I slow down really slow but not ...

2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 500  How do I change the oil and other fluids on a 2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 500?

Motorcycle Apparel (Fit)  What is the biggest difference between women's apparel and men's apparel?

I mean mostly jackets and not pants. I've bought a riding jacket fit for ...

Can't Reach Rear Brake  I fell in love with a bike that needs to fit me. My air filter cover sticks out too much. legs go out and around. I haven't been able to locate a filter ...

Anti-Vibration Gloves  I ride 60 miles a day & my hands hurt, I need to find a summer glove. Now I use a thin leather glove. KP

One Long Trip  I recently bought a new Ninja 650r. I live in Colorado and I'm planning on taking a long road trip back to Virginia. What should I watch for as far as ...

Bigger Bike  Currently riding Honda Shadow 600. Would love to move up to a big bike like a 1000 Goldwing, or similar cruiser. Son in-law willing to let me try his gw1200 ...

Soooooo HOT!!!  Hey ladies,

Boy oh boy has it been hot! I am a pig in heat (Literally) when I ride. I have on jeans, the ankle boots, the helmet, two pairs of glasses ...

My Honda Rebel Won't Start  I want to find out why my Honda Rebel will turn over but won't start. It has a new battery in it... Help, I need to get this bike start so I can sell it!...

Day Riding Experience  I would like to know where I can get a Day Experience riding on the back of a bike for a friend of mine, as it was her birthday recently.

I would appreciate ...

Sleeping Bags  Hi,

We are taking our 2 Harley's to Sturgis and camping at Tilford Gultch campground. We bought a little 2 person tent but are having a problem finding ...

Sturgis  OK, gals, some of you have surely visited the Sturgis Rally. Any suggestions, can't miss places, what NOT TO FORGET to bring.

Jay and I are leaving ...

Burning the Inside of the Thigh  I'm not quite 5'2" tall with it seems very very short legs(!) and ride a Harley 883 Sportster that has been lowered a bit. I cannot quite flat foot on ...

What type of Bike for me?  I am about 5'9 and I want a bike, I love riding on the back, but I want my own, I have looked at the Ninja's and that's the type that I want but I'm not ...

Bike Modificationa  Now that there's another body on the bike with me, what modifications / precautions should I do to my bike in order to accommodate this other person (more ...

Where do I learn to ride?  I don't know anyone with a bike but I would like to learn to ride before I buy a bike. Is there any program I can look into? I don't want to post on ...

How can I lower my bike?  I just got a 1985 Honda Nighthawk 450 motorcycle. I can touch the ground just the tip toes. How can I adjust the height on the bike so my feet are flat ...

Kuryakan LED Gas Gauge  Does anyone know if this fuel gauge will fit a Honda Shadow VLX 600? My bike does not have a fuel gauge on it and I want to put one on. Any suggestions ...

Choosing a Bike  I've never owned a bike before and am looking to buy my first. I'm 5'2", 25 years old, and athletic. I know I should buy used and want something between ...

Changing a Back Fender  Do you know if I can change the back fender on my 2002 600 VLX? I'd like to have a long fender on it instead of the one that goes up in the air....is there ...

Getting Moving in First Gear Smoothly  So I took the MSF class 4 years ago never having been on a bike before. I did fine on the first day. Smoothly taking off in first gear and not bucking ...

Bike (motor) Size  I am a new rider, and find my Harley Sportster 1200 hard to maneuver at very low speeds, turning sharp out onto roadway, it seems to be more to do with ...

Oil  What kind of oil should I use for 1996 Honda Shadow 600 VLX?

Radiator Coolant  Where to you check and/or add the coolant?

Nervous on Curves  I have been riding just over a year. I was on a police escorted ride and made a right hand turn. I hit gravel and the bike came out from under me. I ...

I need to remove my seat.  How do you remove the seat on a 1986 Honda Rebel?

2001 Honda CBR 600 F4I  When I start my bike cold it's fine. I go out for a ride and like 15 min in, I stop at a stop sign or a red light and let off the throttle and the bike ...

Mounting Saddle Bags  Hi, my name is Patty, I am a new rider and just bought my first bike at the age 49. I love it. It is a 85 Yamaha Maxim X 750. I can find saddle bags but ...

A midlife crisis...  I just turned 38 this year and saw my childhood friend that I haven't seen in years. She has a motorcycle and is in a all women club. Sounds like fun right?...

Baffles  I had my baffles taken out of my Victory Kingpin pipes. It spits and sputters and pops now and seems as though it's only happy when I give it plenty of ...

Prescription Sun Glasses  I know this is a shot in the dark (no pun intended), but here goes...

I have a weird vision problem that causes me to see double most of the time. I ...

Which One?  I have a '95 Yamaha Virago 535. I'm taking a 1600 mile trip, and I have the option to borrow an '08 Yamaha V-Star 1100. I've ridden the larger bike a ...

Trouble Starting Bike after Stall  I have a BMW G650 GS. I have been riding it around in circles in my backyard. I just got the bike this week and have practiced riding for two consecutive ...

Waterproof Gear?  I have leather chaps and jacket, and recently was soaked in a rainstorm. I'm looking for a waterproof lightweight solution to go over them just for when ...

Battery Tender   I am a new owner of a Honda Rebel 250, and have VERY limited mechanical knowledge. My battery is dead. I bought a Battery Tender JR, and have read the ...

Rhinestones for Bike  I was wondering if anyone knows where you can get rhinestones and the glue to adhere on your motorcycle. I would like to bling out my bike but I am having ...

Yamaha 700 Maxim X Won't Start  just Bought Bike Wed. Bike has not run for awhile and won't Start. Where do I start?

1965 Honda Dream  My father passed away and left me a 1965 Honda Dream, everything is original except for front tire, I haven't started it in six years, it needs a battery ...

Gas Fumes   I have recently bought a 2008 Suzuki Boulevard C50. Runs great. The only problem I noticed is, once I filled the tank up with high octane, I noticed I ...

People Think I'm Crazy  So I am 25 years old and just shy of 4ft 9 inches tall flat footed .. so i am around 4ft 10in in shoes. I only weigh about 92lbs. I am not a very strong ...

1998 Honda Shadow 1100 California Model vs. Rest of Country Model  I am considering buying a California 1998 Shadow Aero 1100 with reasonable miles on it. I reside in Michigan. My question is, will I notice any difference ...

Ducati Monster 696  Would a Ducati Monster 696 be a good bike for me? I'm 5'2", 130lbs. I fell for it love at first sight. I'm also a beginner rider.

Choosing a Helmet  What kind of helmet do you wear and why did you choose it? Any opinions on the Shoei RF-1000, Nolan N84, or Nolan N102? What color? What style, such ...

Front Forks  I have a 2001 honda Goldwing. I replaced the seals in the front forks because they were bad. Now that I have that problem fixed, the front forks are very ...

Leather Coats  WE were riding over the weekend and were caught in a rain storm. We did not have rain gear (but will be getting some soon), our leather chaps and coats ...

Women's Motorcycle Pants  I have women's Teknic motorcycle jacket. Our local dealer was demoing them a few years back but decided not to carry the line, so I can't try their pants ...

Raingear  Do they make leathers that are waterproof or have liners that are? OR, in reverse, do they make Raingear that is extra warm with liners? LOOKING for an ...

Throttle Lock and Wrist Rest  I started riding last fall and just upgraded from a Suzuki GZ250 to an Intruder 800. I love my new bike! But I have a problem with the joint on my right ...

Removing Front Wheel / Honda Shadow  I'm having a hard time getting the front wheel off my Honda Shadow VLT 600. Any suggestions?

Feet Have to Be Flat On the Ground or Not  My feet are not flat on the ground when I stop the motocycle? Will that be a problem? I am a beginner and I have already bought the motorcycle which is ...

Ninja 250  After storing my bike for the winter, I tried starting it, but the engine was full of gas, and I broke a couple of gear parts in the engine. After replacing ...

Antique Bike Value?  My soon to be ex-husband has two antique bikes in the basement he has forgotten to list on the property statement and I am needing to know where to look ...

Picking a Motorcycle  How do I pick a motorcycle appropriate for me to ride?

Wanda

Cross-Country Ride  Hey Ladies,

I'm starting to plan now for my first ever cross-country ride next May. I plan to take on most of it solo, picking up and dropping off ...

Road Test Fright  Hey,

I just completed the Rider's Edge Motorcycle Safety Course. I passed all my written and skills tests and the DMV test that was given by a licensed ...

Passenger Question  I love motorcycling and ride with my husband (as a passenger). We just got a Gold Wing and I find I am having a terrible time getting on and off it. My ...

Best Riding Boots  looking to buy some riding boots and not sure what I want.

Shocks  Are shocks universal to any make of motorcycle. IE:shocks from a Kawasaki and be used on a Honda, or a Harley etc.

Front Motorbike Tyre  I can buy an old model 130/60/17 front motorbike tyre which is now old stock. It says these were replaced by the new size 120/60/17. Is this correct. Thanks...

How to Start a K1100 BMW  How stupid is that! I am thinking there must be a secret to this, have power, fuel pump working, stand up, in neutral, brake/s on, tried various combos ...

Fashion "Moto Gear" / Pleather Jacket  Hullo ladies! I bought a motorcycle-style fake leather jacket that I'm now questioning. Although the jacket isn't real leather, it seems pretty sturdy ...

Performance  I have a Suzuki Valusia 800 2003, love it, but since I got different tires on it, I always feel as if I am going to go to the right. Example...If there ...

Safe to lower?  I'm just starting to ride. I'm taking the riders course soon, and bought a used Ninja 250. The problem is I'm only 5' tall and was told I need to lower ...

Good bike decision for new rider?  I'm an extremely new rider. I'm taking the basic course at the end of May. I've never ridden one but have always thought they were cool and that I wanted ...

Gloves for Basic Rider Course  I am going to be taking a Basic Rider Course and gloves are required. I don't have a pair of motorcycle gloves...but I do have an old pair of Rawlings ...

What Could I Do if I Cannot Afford a Motorcycle?  One thing I really would like to do is learn how to ride a motorcycle. I plan on getting my permit, taking a Basic Rider Course...etc. However, if I ...

Painting  Hi, I need to repaint the engine casing on my Gpz500s due to my boots rubbing and general wear on tear. Can you recommend a paint that will be hard wearing ...

Bike Weight  I'm a novice rider in the market for a new bike. I asked a question about upgrading to a bigger bike and I got some great answers--thanks to all who wrote....

New 2007 Suzuki DR200SE  I just bought a new dr200 and was starting it in the garage. It starts fine and will idle fine but when I go to shift into first the bike stalls and dies....

Summer Jacket  I am 26 and just bought my first bike, a Vulcan 500, and was have a hell of a time trying to find accessories (harder than picking out the bike itself!...

Shadow 600 Coolant  Hey, ladies!

I am Amazon, the proud new owner of a 1999 Honda Shadow 600 Deluxe. I'm learning how to maintain it myself, and I've already changed the ...

Misfire  I have a 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan 800 with 23,000 miles on it. Ever since I bought it it had a very rare what seemed like a misfire. The bike starts every ...

Beginner ?'s  I am 5'0" tall and I weigh 105-108lbs. I am wanting to start riding dirt bikes and I was wondering what kind of bike I should be looking for.

Starting 1998 Honda CBR 900   Howdy;

I have been overseas and am back now. My 1998 Honda CBR900rr has been sitting in the garage for 12 months and has not been started up or ran ...

Right Bike for Me  Hi,

I'm a 114 pound female and I'm looking for a great bike to take me across the States. I am a classic lover (Triumph, Norton, BMW). Any suggestions?...

Height  I am 4'11", 115 lbs, I have never rode a motorcycle and would like to learn how. I don't know anything about motorcycles and am a complete beginner. What ...

Classic Bikes - Chapparel or Chapparal  Wonder if anyone can help with finding information about a bike I saw some guys on TV roll out of a barn. On the tank it looked like it said -Chapparel ...

Motorcycle Winter Storage  I'm a beginner rider. I just got my first bike (a Yamaha V-Star 650 cc Classic, 2007), and I'm wondering, regarding next winter, what's the procedure ...

Hayabusa  Hi, I want to know if anyone has had experience with a Suzuki Hayabusa. I'm really leaning towards this bike but I'm trying to get some info on it before ...

Oil Out the Carb  When starting my friends HD Sportster this morning, oil came out of the carb. What would cause this?

Bike Suggestions  Hello, I am fairly young and have been interested in motorcycles for almost as long as I could drive. Pretty much as soon as I learned how to drive I got ...

Ride in a High Cross Wind  I would like to know if there is any secrets to ridding in a 20 to 30 mph cross wind.

Oil  I just bought a Honda VTR Interceptor 250. What type of oil do I put in it and how do i check the level? Should the oil window be full or half way?

Where to Find Pants?  Any suggestions on where or what brand of ladies motorcycle pants that fit. I'm 4'11 - 140 lbs. I'm looking for a vented pant with knee pads that can be ...

Too Short?  Hi,

My name is Vani and I am from India. I have a passion for bikes but my problem is my height because I am 5'4" in height and my leg never touches ...

Motorcycle Sissy Bar Luggage  Can anybody give me any advice about this subject. I'm looking to go on a three to four day trip and want something tall to lean against. I have a double ...

Name My Harley?  Hi... I've been riding for six months now and I hear people talk about their bike having a name. I was too embarrassed to ask since I didn't want to feel ...

Antique Harley Value?  My father passed away 4 years ago in a motorcycle accident and one of the things I inherited was his antique motorcycle. I believe it is a 1958 American ...

Suzuki DR 250  I ride a 2000 Suzuki Dr 250, which has a metal fuel tank. I'm wondering if it is possible to fit a 2001 or later model plastic tank to the bike so I can ...

Weight Limits  I have a 2003 Honda shadow 600 VLX. The weight limit is something like 334 lbs including gear and attachments. My question is - How bad is it if I go over ...

First Time Rider  I stand 6'3 310 lbs. always interested in owning and riding a bike, I have been riding a little bit on a friends 600 Suzuki but a few friends at work have ...

Changing Risers on a 650 Yamaha V Star  I'm not much of a mechanic, but I want to replace the stock risers with aftermarket risers . . . how do I do that?

Betty Won't Start!  Hey girls,

Sad, sad news....I am a new rider from Chicago. I purchased 'Betty' in August but since I live in cold Chicago, I did not have much time ...

Throttle Sticks  I have an 03 GSXR750, recently my engine increased rpm w-out turning throttle.

It does it in neutral or at a stop light while in gear, luckily the clutch ...

First Time Buyer  Hi everyone!! I am a 17 year old who VERY VERY VERY much wants to go get her motorcycle license and hit the road. But there are two problems: getting the ...

Lower Honda Nighthawk?  I just purchased a Honda NightHawk 450 1986. There is a problem with the fuel line but I am taking bike to a Honda mechanic. My question is this: Can ...

Title  Does a motorcycle with 100cc or less have to have a title?

Restoring a 1965 Honda CA77 Dream  Hi, I was wondering if it is worth restoring a 1965 Honda CA77 Dream? It has 1,100 original miles on it but needs paint job, the stainless and chrome trim ...

Engine Stalling  I'm really interested In getting my motorcycle license but only have one fear stopping me. If you stall at a high speed do you flip forward?

1965 BSA  I bought a 1965 BSA 650 thunderbolt chopper the other day. At first it would start and run about 4 mins then suddenly lose power to everything and now ...

Fear of an Object!  I am 40 and just got my motorcycle license a few days ago. Took the full CHP accredited course. Have been out a little practicing. But the other night ...

Accessories for My Motorcycle (Not Clothing)  My husband finally got his own bike so I am the sole rider of my Honda Shadow 750. I have been looking and cannot find any feminine accessories for the ...

Best Sports Motorcycle  5'3" looking for smallest sports motorcycle. Is the smallest a Kawasaki Ninja 250r?

Wanting to Learn But Only 4ft 9  OK, I really wanna learn to ride a bike but I dunno what kind of bike I should look for. What's more ideal for me if there is any out there...?

Oh ...

Jackets  I live in Florida, therefor need a lightweight, breathable, but safe jacket. Any suggestions?

Thanks!

Engine Sounds  I just learned to ride this October, through the MSF course and bought a 2003 Honda Shadow VLX with 5000 miles on it. It's had an oil change for sure last ...

50 Years Old and Back On a Bike  I am gearing up to get a motorcycle after not having one for some time. I am fifty, heavyset, and 5'7. I will ride this bike on local trips and long tours....

What Do You Think About the 2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250r  Is it a good bike to ride? Is it true that it's a good beginners bike?

Sore Seat  Hey! Everyone. I thought this would be a better place to post my question since I am a beginner... passenger for now.

Does anyone have recommendations ...

What Size Bike?  Hi everyone! Like a previous poster I am wanting advice on what size of bike I need. What minimum CC's? I want to be able to be out on Interstate safe ...

Rain Gear  Want to know what I should look for in Rain Gear? Waterproof for sure but are there any styles, fabric that work better than others? What fabric or material ...

Bike Sitting Idle?  Ok here goes and I hope I ask this the right way. Can a motorcycle sit in a garage with out the battery in it and not have anything, ie gas etc make it ...

Saddlebag Installation  I am trying to put my new saddlebags on my 883 custom Sportster and when I put it under the seat, the leather seems to be too thick. The screw and the ...

Short Woman  I'm a 4'11" woman and weigh 92 pounds. I love motorcycles and am about to get my permit. I want to know which is the best bike for me to ride on?

Front Brakes  My Harley Heritage (2008)has a problem with the brake light staying on after applying the front brakes. I can push the handle forward and it will go off....

After the Turn?  After the handlebars are already straightened when you tried to stop after the turn, what's next?

Motorcycle Battery  I have a '01 Kawasaki 250 Ninja. I've replaced the battery around June. I didn't get to ride for 2 weeks, it was left parked on the driveway..
When I ...

Best Motorcycle for Short Girl 5'2"  Do any short ladies out there that ride have any advice as to what type of motorcycle fits the small frame best? I want to learn how to ride but the motorcycles ...

Tall New Rider  Hey,

i am a relatively new rider. i received my license about 6 years ago and only purchased my first used bike in august. To say I have had to learn ...

Small Girl with no Experience 2  In my previous entry, I had expressed deep concerns for my tiny size and lack of strength.

A very generous entry had told me to consider a Ninja 250 ...

1963 Suzuki  Anybody know what spark plug a 1963 Suzuki 125 6 volt takes?

Small Girl with No Experience  My name is Gina. And for quite some time, I have been DYING to get my hands on not only a Motorcycle license, but a good bike.

I have a few problems ...

What Size/Type for Me??  Hi! I see that you get these a lot but I am thinking about getting a bike next summer. I am 5'8" and I weigh 125 lbs and I'm looking for something to be ...

New Rider - Screwed up in class...lacking confidence.   Hi all -

I've wanted to ride since I was 11. B/F has ridden since 10 yrs old but hasn't had a bike for past 10 yrs (since I've been w/him) He got ...

Upgrading to Larger Bike  I have a 2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250. I've owned this bike for a little over a year now and am ready for a larger bike. I am very short and petite (on my tippy ...

NY Motorcycle Permit  With a NY motorcycle permit, you need some other experienced motorcyclist to follow you right? I do not have anyone who has a motorcycle permit! What should ...

New Rider  I am buying my first bike this week and would like some advice on how many cc's to start out on. I have been looking at the VTX 1300C. Although, I don'...

1st Gear  I have a brand new 09 Kawasaki Ninja 250...its been working great then today when i went to ride it with my girl, it started like a champ like normal but ...

Thunderheads  My boyfriend recently brought home a harley, he bought from a guy he keeps telling me that the heads on this bike are rare, could you plese tell me anything ...

RPMs Off the Line from First Gear to Second Etc  Maybe I should be on a Triumph site to ask this but I have a 2004 Triumph Speedmaster and my husband has a 06 Triumph America-we're not quite old farts,...

Goggles and New Rider Hopefully Soon  I broke two pairs of sunglasses putting them on under my helmet. I bought some goggles and liked them but found them very hard to put on with the helmet....

Gear Shifting on My Honda 750 Shadow  I have a 2008 Honda 750 Shadow. Since the last year that I bought it started to shift a little hard between the gears. I took it to the dealer to ask them ...

Motorcycle Helmet Head Itch  What can i do to prevent my head from itching when wearing a motorcycle helmet?

Long Distance Motorbike for Tiny Woman  Hi,

I am 5'6" and I am 105 lb... A lot of people suggest Honda Rebel for a tiny woman, but I want to do long distance!!

Any suggestions?

Motorcycle Windshield  Where should the top of windshield fall in my line of vision? It sits right in the center and I need to either have it cut lower, or look for a taller ...

Throttle Problems  I bought my wife a 2003 V Star and I road it soon after we got it home and for some reason the throttle doesn't come down when I shift gears. I have noticed ...

Shifter for Small Feet  Hi,

I am a smaller rider (5'2") and the only fit issue I have with my 2006 HD Sportster XL 883 Low is the distance between my left footpeg and the shifter....

My 97 Katana 750 Cuts Out at 9,000 RPM  When riding my bike it completely shuts down at around 9,000 RPM, then when I shift or let off throttle, it picks back up until that approximate RPM again....

My Bike Stalls at Stop Lights  I just bought an 89 Yamaha Radian. The seller said the carbs were just serviced, the battery is new and all the fluids have been flushed and changed. It ...

Can I Handle a Motorcycle?  Well....

My girlfriend and I have just signed up for a basic motorcycle training course at a local community college. My husband has had a bike for ...

What Kind of Bike  I am 36 years old and want to learn how to ride a motorcycle. I was wondering what is the best Harley bike for women to ride cause I'm going to have to ...

Difficulty Backing Out of Tight Space  I keep my motorcycle in a shed. I have to back it out, and its extremely hard because the bike is heavy, and I've come close to it crushing me. Any suggestions?...

Battery Tender  I have a brand new motorcycle I plan to ride only on weekends. Do I need a battery tender for parking it during the week to keep the battery charged? Some ...

Finding the Friction Zone in First Gear  I keep stalling when letting go of the clutch after coming to a complete stop. Am I letting go of the clutch too fast and not enough throttle. Help!!! Other ...

Hopefully Soon to Be New Rider  Well I've always loved motorcycles and yesterday I got to go on my first bike run. It was awesome after the run my dad let me sit in front of him and control ...

Making Turns  I am a beginner rider or should I say driver.....I took the 2 day course...and of course, very over whelmed....My honey bought me out of surprise, a Honda ...

Dual Sport  My husband is in the process of purchasing a KTM 990 and i was wondering if there are any suggestions about what type of dual sport bikes are comfortable ...

Clutching/Braking  When taking off from a hill, I have all kinds of issues. First, I can not feel when my clutch engages, second - I can not hold the front brake and control ...

Right Turns  I am having a hard time making a right turn at a complete stop.

Can I Afford a Motorcycle?  Hi,

I have always dreamed that one day I will have a motorcycle in my life and recently got a permit. I'll take the classes next week. I am a graduate ...

Best Beginner Bike for Petite Female  Hi, I'm about to take a motorcycle safety course and obtain my M class license. I've been trying to do research on the best beginner bike for me, and ...

Wobble  2006 Yamaha Venture. Sometimes between 50 and maybe 35 mph, when slowing down. The bike tends to want to wobble. Tire pressure is correct. What else could ...

Honda Shadow VLX - Oil Change  How do I change the oil in my 2001 Honda Shadow VLX Deluxe?

Beginner Rider  I am a new rider. What is the best way for me to gain experience other than taking a safety/training course? What types of roads should I start w/?

Size of Bike  I'm new to the sportsbike scene and am unsure about what size and brand i should get. I want something sporty and fast but I'm a very small girl so I'd ...

Perfect Bike  Hello- I am going to take motorcycle lessons next month and I'm small. I'm 5'4 and weight 125. Once I get a license I would like to purchase a bike. I ...

Engine Stalling at High Speeds  So, I took my little Honda Rebel out on the freeway for the first time today....everything was cool at first, I hit 50-60mph and felt pretty comfortable....

First Bike?  I'm a small girl, 5'5" about 110 lbs and not very strong. I really want to get a motorcycle for the first time, but am unsure as to what brand/model I ...

New to Riding  I am new to riding. Haven't taken the class yet, but I will this weekend or the next. I've done my research and have decided on a Ninja 250r. Anyone have ...

Basic Controls   All I know is that everyone refers to the headlights as "high beams", but are there low beams as well? If so, how do you turn on each one one? I have only ...

Weight for the Motorcycle....  I see so many women here going with the really big bikes.... I have been trying to look for bikes that are smaller in weight (like 400lbs or less), thinking ...

How to Prevent Itchy Helmet Head  I have 3 helmets and cannot get rid of itchy helmet head. Help me, what can I do?

Stopping and Starting a Motorcycle  I am a beginning and have taken the class, have my license and recently purchased a bike. I am currently practicing on a parking lot. My question is, how ...

Checking the Engine Oil  I would like to know the correct way to check the engine oil on my 2001 Harley Davidson Fatboy. So far I have had two different people tell me two different ...

Switching from Sport Bike to a Cruiser  I used to ride a sport bike (GSXR750) and I was taught to counter steer. When I needed to go left I would steer slightly to the right. It lets you get ...

Riding in the Wind  I am from southern Alberta, Canada and boy can it get windy here! I am a new rider and so far enjoy the highway riding, but how best to handle the wind?...

Heel Shifter  Does anyone have a heel shifter? And if so, what do you think of it? It seems like an easier way to shift rather than to have to keep moving your foot ...

Pillion Seat Agony  We're getting ready to set off on our first long ride. We have a Softail, and my husband doesn't seem to suffer, but the pillion seat is agony after about ...

Riding Apparel  I am very small and have extremely small feet. I wear a 2 1/2 in youth sized shoes. I need boots with at least a two inch heel, any clue as to where I ...

Stopping at Hills  I'm a total newbie and need advise on stop signs/lights, etc on hills. I've gotten good recent advise (I think) so just need to confirm how the ladies ...

Softail or Ridgeback  I am going to buy a big dog soon. I am torn between the k-9 and the ridgeback, I like the ridgeback better but have never owned a bike with no rear suspension....

Honda Shadow 600 VLX or the VLX Deluxe  I have searched the internet websites and found only frustration trying to get information the what the VLX Deluxe has over the VLX??? I have seen used ...

Size of Bike   What model of bike would you recommend for a five foot one inch female.

Full Face Helmet vs. Flip Up?  I'm a beginner rider and I'm looking to purchase my first helmet. I was wondering if anyone has any advice or preference between a full face helmet and ...

Riding Position  What do I change first, the seat or the risers?

I need to adjust my Honda 750 Aero for a better riding position. I'm 5'1" with a 29" inseam. With my ...

Braking On a Steep Hill  Hi,

I have tried to find information about braking on steep hills on a motorcycle and to no avail. How is this done? I always freak out when approaching ...

Cleaning a Windshield  My husband recently took his bike in for some repairs. When we got it back there was an oily or greasy substance on the windshield. We have tried numerous ...

Water Cooled  Why are some bikes water cooled? Looking at Suzuki 800, why water cooled? Which is better?

Thanks, Ric
ChinaRic1@yahoo.com

Windshield vs No Windshield  What are the advantages and disadvantages of having a windshield? I have a 2005 Harley Sportster custom. I've ridden without one so far...but everyone ...

What is a Crash Bar?  I have read some of these posts and see reference to a crash bar. So I tried to Google it and see what it was (maybe a picture?) and am having a hard time ...

What Bike is Best Choice   I have the 883 low Harley but want a bigger bike. I am debating between the Haritage Softail Deluxe, Fat Boy, or the classic. Anybody have some insight?...

My First Attempt at Riding a Motorcycle  Well, I will just go ahead and admit it. Today was my first day to get on my new--actually used--motorcycle. I am learning what a clutch is and where the ...

Is Riding All About the Clothes You Wear - Depressed!!!  This is my third year riding. I ride a Vulcan 500, she is a great bike and it fits my 5'1" body perfectly. I'm getting a little depressed and contemplating ...

Matching Bike and Helmet?  I'm a new rider and NEED to ask --- is it taboo to wear a helmet that clashes with my bike?

Stopping the Motorcycle  I just can't get the hang of stopping my motorcycle smoothly. I seem to do it so abruptly. I try to slow down enough, but when I go really slowly, I ...

Need More Time  I have recently bought a Honda Rebel. I cannot ride often and someone told me that not riding is bad for my bike. I am 53 years old and my work is very ...

What's the Right Bike?  I am 19, 5'5" and 110lbs..I am wondering what type of sports bike would be appropriate for me?

Thanks, Leslie

Motorcycle Boots - HELP!  I am 5'0 and am looking for a motorcycle boot. I currently have my tip toes on the group for my bike but am looking for a boot with a high heel/sole. I ...

Lowering the Forks On My Bike  I recently put a lowering kit on my Vulcan 500, I am 5'1" so now I am able to touch the ground with both feet :) I have been thinking that if you lower ...

Backing Up  I have a Harley Sportster 1200 that we keep in the garage next to the car. It would be SO much easier for me to just back it straight out rather than ...

Turning from a Stop Sign or Signal  I am so apprehensive and under confident when I am going to make a turn when I am stopped at a light or stop sign. I try to look to where I am going to ...

Choosing Right Bike  I am a woman 5'5" and about 250#. I have tried riding my husbands Suzuki Intruder 800cc but it seems a little heavy for me. I am concerned that I will ...

No Power to Bike  Hey there, so it's summer finally, I got my 600cbr out the other day and went to install my battery and I was so dumb, I installed it backwards. Now I ...

Newby!  I'm 23, 5'0", 110 lbs......I've been riding a dirt bike since I was 15 or 16, I'm ready to move it to the road. I'm just having a difficult time deciding ...

Carb Problems  My motorcycle ran great last year. This year when I open the throttle up past a 1/4, the engine bogs down. I have taken off the carbs and cleaned them ...

Beginnners  Hi,

I have been riding as a passenger for over a year and have decided I want to learn to ride on my own. I was wondering what sort of bike is best ...

Radian 600  I have a 1986 Yamaha Radian 600 and is blowing oil out of the crank vent into my air box. Any thought on what may cause this problem???

Lowering Bike  Love your website and your bike. In fact, I'm looking at one identical to yours--2000 R1100s, lots of accessories, great price, etc. Just sold a 650 ...

Bike Size  Hello, I am looking to start riding with my husband. He rides a sport bike and he took me out to try to learn how to ride it. The problem is that I am ...

! Am Extremely Short and Young Plz Help!  I am about 5'1 ft, 107 pounds. When my parents offered me a car for my seventeenth birthday I said no, I want a bike. My father smiled while my mother ...

First Bike for a Tiny Girl  I need some sound advice and this seems to be the place.

I'm looking to get my first bike. I'm a tiny girl, about 5' and just under 100 lbs. What bike ...

I Can't Get Into First Gear  My cousin gave me a Yamaha FZR 1998 and sure today was my second day practicing but still I can't get the bike moving. It's so hard for me to get into ...

83 Honda Motorcycle  I have a 1983 Honda Shadow VT500c and I was wanting to know if I could put a bigger gas tank on it?

Why is There No Power?  I have a 1982 Honda Nighthawk. I have just put a new battery on it and there is no electricity anywhere. It started a couple of times then the headlight ...

Pillion  I'm a very new pillion rider after resisting for some years. My husband rides a BMW 800 ST and I've so far been on one out of town mountain ride a half ...

Riding at Highway Speeds (55 - 65)  I just purchased my first motorcycle, a Harley Sportster, and am learning as I ride. I've had it about a month now and am getting braver with each ride....

How to Ride on the Back.....?  I grew up around bikes...earliest memories were guys at the family house. Biker weddings...but we moved when I was 12. Now, true to my roots I'm engaged ...

Best Motorcycle for Short Women  I am a female 5'1". I learned how to ride on a Honda Shadow but would like to switch to a sportbike...and of course they all sit way high...What is the ...

Talking My Husband Into Letting Me Have One  So I've wanted a motorcycle since I was 15. I started saying that I wanted to get one to my husband about a year ago. At first he didn't act like he would ...

What kind of bike would be a good fit for me?  I am looking for a bike that would be a good fit for me.

My husband keeps trying to get me to try these huge bikes that are just too big. Where can ...

General  Hi, I just Got my first motorcycle and I am kind of scared to go out on the highway.. do you have any advice for me?

No Parking Motorcycles at Apartment  Is it legal for my apartment complex to stop me from parking my motorcycle in the parking lot? I'm not storing it; I use it for primary transportation....

Motorcycles for Girls  Hi, and i know by asking this I'm already wearing a sign that says motorcycle newbee, but I was just wondering that since I'm pretty small (5'2-5'3) and ...

Gas Tank  My gas tank has rust in it. Is there anyway to clean it out or do I have to buy a new one?

Honda Shadow 750  My husband and I are learning to ride together. This all came about when his brother (16) bought a Honda Shadow 750. We decided to take over payments being ...

What bike should a first timer get?  What is a good/safe motorcycle for a first timer? I don't know if it matters but I am 5'7, and about 120lbs.

I don't want a girly bike, or a scooter,...

Short Woman, 1st Bike Recommendations?  I'm almost 5' 2" tall,about 110lbs, 27" inseam. What are some bike options for my 1st bike? My 2 sisters and I are getting our permits and taking the classes ...

First Bike?  I am a beginner rider and I want to buy a bike, but I don't want to get a bike that I will get tired of. What should my first bike be? What do I look for?...

People Tell Me I'm Crazy for Traveling Alone  I have no fear of traveling - even long distances alone- but many I know (not necessarily riders) think I'm crazy. I do everything to make sure my bike ...

Type of Bike for Me...  I am trying to figure out what the best bike for me would be. I am not looking for racing and crazy speed anymore - just a cruiser. I'm pretty tall, 5'...

Motorcycle Won't Start  I have a YFZ 450f I bought it used. I rode it for a while and parked it and now it wont start. We've replaced spark plug and checked battery and cleaned ...

Too Risky?  I am looking to buy a 2006 Kawasaki Ninja 650r with 10,000 miles on it for $4000. The owner said it has had general maintenance done on it but nothing ...

Bad Back, Which Bike to Ride  I have a bad back and I am looking into purchasing my first bike. I want to know if it's better to lean forward on a sporty/racer or sit up with a cruiser/...

Glasses and Helmets  I haven't started riding yet, mainly because I have a big concern about wearing a helmet with my glasses. I can't wear contact lenses (long story short....

Pants vs. Armor Shorts  I was looking into buying knee pads and protective shorts to wear under my jeans vs. buying some chaps or pants. Love to hear what people choose and why....

New To Riding Need HELP Selecting A Bike  I took the motorcycle Safety course, road a Suzuki GS250, now Im looking to buy my 1st bike ...Heres my problem:

1. Can't test drive any, dealer won'...

Confused  I let someone drive my motorcycle and they said if they wrecked it they would pay haha are they responsible for anything at all?

Backfire?  Why does my bike backfire when I back off the throttle?

Breaks, Warm Clothing, and In Need of a Suggestion  Okay so on my motorcycle I have this AWFUL squeal on my front breaks, I can hear it clear as day even with my helmet on. I have taken it to the mechanic ...

Winter Battery Care  I have a Honda Rebel 250 and l'm gonna put it away for winter in storage room. My question is: Should I take the battery off the bike?

general  How can one make enough money to live doing something they love, like riding a motorcycle all day and visiting various places???

The Seat Of My Bike  How Do You Take Off A Motorcycle Seat Off?

Intermittent LS650 stall-out  The dealer thinks I'm crazy and that nothing is wrong with the Suzuki 650 but here is my problem: The bike will start fine even when it is 30-40 degrees....

I can't see!  O.K. My vision is terrible. I wear glasses - trifocals (progressives if your PC) - at age 44! Lately, I have to take my glasses off and put on reading ...

body type verse buying a motorcycle  I like the style of triumph but was wondering if the scrambler is too small. I am 6'2" and weigh about 200 lbs. It would be my first bike. different ...

Lack of Use  Our 81 Suzuki850 Gs has been sitting in the back of the garage for several years in a state of neglect (a long story). We tried to move it with clutch ...

starter bike  whats a better starter bike suzuki gsxr 600 or 750

beginning rider riding with more experienced riders  Is it a good idea for a beginner rider to ride with one or more experienced riders? I have been saying no to some of the guys I work with who ride, because ...

Problem Reaching Forward Controls  I'm a 5'4" 115 lb woman who is having trouble reaching the forward brake control on my 2006 H-D Heritage Classic. I believe this is partly due to the ...

Fuel feed left on  Hey, I left my fuel feed to on for about a month without riding it and now my motorcycle won't start. I'm fairly certain it's simply because the line ...

Winterizing  I just got a ninja 2009 250R. I have never ridden a bike before. I live in Michigan and will not be putting anymore miles on my bike It will have a ...

motorcycle  which is better a carburator or fuel injected harley

TIMING FOR GSX750   DOES ANYONE KNOW THE TIMING SETTING FOR A GSX750? IF SO COULD you LET ME KNOW? WOULD BE VERY GLAD OF THIS INFORMATION.

Handlebars  Re: Softail Deluxe
I'm a short female and my bike came with Z-bars. NOT for ME! I have 5" risers and want to replace the bars but it's a shot in the dark ...

Firstgear heated liner leaves red marks on my skin  I just bought a 90 watt heated jacket liner from Firstgear. It's great to wear, it keeps me very warm and I'm thrilled with the fit but.... It get's ...

battery installation  what happens when you install a battery backwards?

am I too small???  Okay I am wanting to buy a 2006 YZFR6 I stand 5 foot 1 inch and they can be lowered from what I understand. I want a sportbike. Any smaller girls with ...

putting the bike on its kickstand  So I just got a 2001 Suzuki Katan 750, and I want to put it on its secondary kickstand that raises one wheel of the ground but can't seem to manage to ...

Motorcycle Wheels  Why is the front wheel of a motorcycle larger than the back wheel? If I wanted to lower the bike's front by putting a smaller wheel, where would I buy ...

Sport Bike Size Requirements  My girlfriend just passed the motorcycle training course and wants to get a sport bike. She is 5'2" and wants something really sporty. What do you think ...

Winter Storage, do you need to put in garage?  This will be my first winter as a motorcycle owner,so how should I store my motorcycle? My apartments does not have enclosed garage, so I would have to ...

Parking  Can anyone give me some helpful hints on parking a motorcycle?

Dumping a Bike  Well, I just dumped my brand new bike this morning and thank God I wasn't hurt bad, just banged up a little, but the bike landed on my left leg and I was ...

How much does size matter?  I'm a 50-year-old female, 5'4", 120 pounds. My neighbor has been riding for a long time, and when I decided I wanted to get a motorcycle I discussed it ...

Pillion Riding   Most of the advice I've read instructs the passenger to lean with the motorcycle. But when I ride my motorcycle, I usually press the handlebars down in ...

motorcycle terminology how to understand ?  I am reading Proficient Motorcycling by David Hugh, which covers alot a material but I am new to this. So some of the terms he is using in the book has ...

maintenance  how do you check oil on a suzuki savage ls650?

800cc versus 1100cc  I have been riding a 99 Virago XV1100 se for many years. It has a very stong motor and lets me fly like the wind. I am now 64 years old.

Considering ...

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 ...

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 ...

Shopping for a first bike. HELP!  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.

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"...

Winterizing my bike :(  It snowed today :( I guess I will have to put my bike away for the winter. I have a battery tender that I need to put on but as for all the other stuff,...

Too Short?  Anyone know a good bike to get someone with short legs? My friend's 5'3" and wants to get a motorbike but everything's to big for her...Anyone know of ...

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 ...

the turn signal box  I need to get to the turn signal box. I know its under the seat. I can't figure out how to take the seat off. Would you help?

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

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 ...

bike size   I want to get an enduro while I'm at school for mileage and because I love to ride, but am not sure what a good size would be. I am 5'6" 155 pounds, and ...

2000 harley swing arm upgrade  Iam upgradeing my 2000FLH swing arm to 2003. Just about all parts interchange except rear wheel spacer.Question-can the wheel be bored out to spacer to ...

My 1000 sportster dosent sound like its not getting fire  My 1000/1977 harley was runing great!
I tried to start it today, amd it sounds like its
Not getting fire. How can I find out if its not fireing?

zx6r g2 dropped cylinder  I have a zx6r g2 99 I changed the plugs on it and now when the engine is hot it drops to 3 cylinders really need help to find out why

Motorcycle won't start without spraying starter fluid in the air filter  My bike will only start when I spray starter fluid in the air filter, then I have to keep gassing It otherwise it dies. Is the carb jet clogged you think?...

Gears  I am unable to downshift. I can go from 5th to 4th and vis versa, but will not budge any further. Any ideas?

Tail bag mount  I have this bag for my motorcycle http://www.leatherup.com/p/Tank-Bags/Xelement-Nylon-Sport-Tank-Bag-with-Strap-Mount/97301.html
I figured out how to ...

honda 50cc dirt bike won't run without the choke wide open  My son's 50cc dirt bike won't stay running without the choke wide open. It has been sitting for several moths but ran great the last time he rode it. Does ...

fuel pump ? 2006 suzuki boulivard c50t  2006 suzuki boulivard the fuel pump relay is working but not hearing the fuel pump itself when i turn on the key

I find it difficult to get comfortable on a ducati monster m800s  I am 6ft 1" and find it difficult to get comfortable on a ducati monster m800s, is there a way of adjusting the seat height upwards? or are there other ...

I have an 05 Yamaha FZ1. It keeps sputtering and its not getting enough power, What should I do?  I have an 05 Yamaha FZ1. It keeps sputtering and its not getting enough power anymore. I have to turn the throttle 2/3 just to take off from a red light ...

idle adjustment  I have a 2002 GSX1300R that wont idle. I have tried adjusting it with the, forgive that I am not good with engines, knob with the ridges that will turn ...

shifting kits  I have a 95 Honda vxl shadow with a front shifter kit.
I have trouble reaching the shifter. I have to physically move up on my seat to shift which can ...

2002 yahama xvs 650 wont start  my bike is a 2002 yahama xvs 650 its been sitting for over a year due to to the rear finle drive went out. i fixed that and got all the old gas out and ...

Motorcycle Start button  I have a 1983 Suzuki GS 1100, I have had some issues with it starting over the past few months. Also recently the bike blew a fuse while I was driving ...

2006 Kawasaky Vulcan 900 Classic, only 3800 miles - Sputters & Pops   Took my bike out for a lovely ride in the FL sun and on the last 5 miles, it suddenly started sputtering and popping. Even stalled once in low gear. Someone ...

Midi pit-bike running problems   I have a DR child's motorbike it is an automatic and we also have some problems with the throttle, it is stretched there for we have to hold the throttle ...

exhaust pipe heat  I recently purchased a Honda Shadow 600vlx with 2000 miles on it. It runs great, shifts fine, operates like new. One of the exhaust pipes is blued or ...

motorbike tests  i have a gs 500 that i want to ride do i have to take mods on a bigger bike to be able to ride

rating  how would you rate the suzuki M-90 compared to other cruisers in it's class.

clutch lever  I bought the clutch and brake levers for my hayabusa I change the brake and it works Fine but when I put the clutch for one reason dosnt start but when ...

engine replacement  will an 1100cc engine fit in my vstar frame that has a 650cc engine in it now

wheel lock  i dropped my 2000 buell now the tumbler lock on steering colume is jammed in the locked position. the key goes in but wont turn. how do i get lock out ...

saddle bag instillation  Are there safe and effective saddle bags that can be added to the 2011 HD Dyna Wide glide with out moving the lights?

Post-layover question  I layed over a 750 shadow. No damage, got back on her and road her home. But, now it will not start. Have replace battery and new gas. Someone mentioned ...

What other gas tank can I substitue for my 1986 honda nighthawk  What other gas tank can I substitue for my 1986 honda nighthawk? My old tank started rusting from the inside and its pretty hard to find a good used gas ...

Airbag jackets for motorcyclists  Hi,
Does anyone own an airbag jacket? If so, do you think they're a good idea? Do they work? Are they a good investment? I think I want to get one because ...

I have a "65" honda dream, can someone tell me where the serial number is?   serial number location? 1965 honda dream 150.
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Thank you

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starting problems  I have a 1983 Honda shadow. it starts cold. If the bike stall out or shut off it will not restart,Unless i push it down a hill. I just cleaned the carb ...

Oil tank  what year did they have the square oil tank on the Harley-Davidson

oil  my bike ran out of oil when i was driving it.... what do i do and how bad is this

BIKE STARTS THEN DIES  Mine starts for a few then i go to give it gas an it turns off then wont start again. it sounds like its out of gas help how do i fix ninja 1998 750.

will not start  I have a 1100 shaddow ace was rideing it that day went to bed started to go to work got on bike would not turn over ckecked battery good. I can jump ...

changed gauges on 76 goldwing gl1000 and bike wont start  changed gauges on 76 honda goldwing gl1000 and bike wont start

fuel tanks  I ve got a 1980 gs 750 and i'm looking to swap out the tank to a smaller cafe racer look. it already has an after market tank but has a leak and is wider ...

Bike won't start  My Vstar 650 will not start. I.ve replaced the gas. The last time this happened it cost me 500.00 to get it started. I rode it home and put it up for the ...

Motor cycle throttle.  Why should u have a little play in the throttle on a motor cycle?

1995 Vstar 650 wont engage 1st gear  I have customized alot of things on this bike rode fine foe awhile. dident start it for about a month fires up great just wont engage 1st gear now the ...

Yamaha xs650 shutting off with brakes  I can start my bike with no problem after charging the battery but as soon as i apply the brake light, turn signal, or head lights the bike will lose power ...

i have a yamaha virago 125 on a 03 plate the brake light works but the rear light wont come on it is a double fillament bulb does any one have any suggestions to remedy the problem i h  i have a yamaha virago 125 on a 03 plate the brake light works but the rear light wont come on it is a double fillament bulb does any one have any suggestions ...

black rubber type plug  help i have a 2002 harley fat boy carb type and found a black rubber type plug best way i can describe it is about 2 inches long solid it starts very thi ...

Ultra Fat Pounder not running right  I have an Ultra Fat Pounder motorcycle and it seems to run great up until it gets hot and warmed up. It seems like it bogs down and doesn't get enough ...

motorcycle backfires and stalls when idling  what should i start to check first? I have a 2005 yamaha v star 1100 and it ran and sounded perfect when i bought with 8,000 miles now 500 miles later ...

finding a compatible clutch for my yamaha raidian  would the clutch off a yamaha r6 work on my yamaha radian? they both are 600cc an the they both have the same number on the clutch cover(2200cm3).would ...

how to adjust windshield for 750 honda shadow 2004  How to adjust windshield on 2004 750 Honda Shadow

hayabusa front wheel clicking  I have a 2002 Busa with 46,000 miles. A clicking noise developed lately that stops when even very light front brakes are applied.

Shifting Gears  I have a 2003 BMW F650 CS, it wont change gears properly. I can only engage neutral and one other gear. When the bike is in gear it says it is neutral....

gas tanks  I have a 1985 yamaha virago 1000. I would like to know what years of gas tanks would interchange? carol

Bike dies when i shift  I own a 81 Harley 883 Ironhead and when I shift it dies but i can immediatley fire it up and take off but as soon as i shift it dies however it only does ...

Suzuski 1500 1999 intruder  I have a new battery but after about 100 miles it won't crank. I can jump it off. It may happen then again it may not.

CPI sm 50 problem   My CPI sm 50 keep jumping into first gear when in neutral when you lean bike over to one side does anyone have any idea what this could be ? Thanks

Sportster Drag Specialties forward controls  I have Drag Specialties forward control on my 2005 XL1200R. The foot pegs are a bit too far forward for my comfort after changing out my seat, etc. I ...

2007 Rebel 250 engine misses in high cross wind  I have a 2007 Rebel that runs very well. There are 3600 miles on the odometer. However, when riding on a windy day, down a hill, light on the throttle,...

super low sporster  HAs anyone put a super reduced seat on the low sporster and found it makes handeling and using controls different???

1999 Kawasaki Vulcan 500  My 1999 Vulcan 500's left side carb keeps dripping gas when it is not running. The carb is not cracked and the seals/gaskets are in good shape. I Had a ...

engine performance  What would cause my KLR650 to lope when maintaining speed?

tried to put some new led lights on my 92 honda vt 1100 and all the lights went out what should i do  I unpulged the light and got the head light and break light on but when i press the back break it does not get brighter.

kawasaki ninja 250r 2008 model  I have a kawasaki ninja 250r 2008 model & water got into my air filter box from the rain as i cleaned the air filter.
I have changed the oil & filter ...

throttle trouble  I used crazy glue on an after market throttler grip, and now the throttle binds and have to force it to return. Has anyone else had this problem and what ...

breather  For some reason the line to breather box under the gas tank to the engine keeps blowing off and a little bit of oil comes out of it. Does anyone know how ...

replaced radiator on my Ducati 1098 now running hot cant figure it out   My Ducati 1098 had a hole in the old radiator, i got one on ebay for a good price so to save a thousand dollars i fitted it myself i put coolant in it ...

how do you check the oil on a 1983 750 Honda Shadow?  I bought a 1983 750 Honda Shadow. I know where the oil filter is, but how do I check the oil? Is there a dip stick?

how do u remove the seat of a 1987honda interceptor  How do u remove the seat of a 1987 honda interceptor

TIRES AND RIMS  hello i am short i own a 450 nighthawk 1982 an we have cut down the shock shave the seat and the thing is still to tall for me love the bike can ...

Softail Rear Fender Change  Will a rear fender off a yamaha vstar classic bolt up to my 1988 Harley softail fender struts within reason?
I like the look of the star tin and want ...

Do you guy know where i can buy an replacment Fairing at low price ?  Hey you guys ,

I had an accident some days ago and my fairing was badly demaged . i wanna get a new one ,but i cannot afford an original one ,so i just ...

tire  what's the biggest size rear tire you can put on a 2005 Honda Shadow Aero 750

fuel supply  my 99 hd dyna runs great in town, bogs down on highway. I've cleaned tank out, there is no vacuum flow stopped on my fuel shut off. Feels like fuel starvation...

radiator./coolant  does anyone know the amount of coolant that goes into a 2003 honda shadow spirit 750

Rust on rear break drum   I have noticed a bit of rust on my rear break drum. Can anyone adivise if Okay to remove with a bit of steelwool?

2000 honda shadow 600  im working on my friends honda and he says that the bike makes a strange cilcking noise at low rpms with 2 people on the bike im thinking it might just ...

charging system  96 honda shadow 1100 charges 13.3 volts at idle when increase engine rpm battery volts drop to 12.3

Animals  Yet another question for everyone.

I know in a car it is better to not swerve out of the way for smaller animal, instead just to break carefully, but ...

Which motor scooter would best suit my 27" inseam 62kgs in weight  Hi, I am looking at purchasing a scooter and wondered if anyone could give me advice on the best motor scooter for my short frame as the one my son has ...

Battery Tender (Harley)  I had a Battery Tender Pigtail installed at a Harley Dealer. Here's my problem. I think that because of the vibration, the connector sometimes rubs against ...

2001 GSXR 600 Question  I was trying to take my wheels off to paint them because i found out white is impossible to keep clean. The rear wheel i can take off no problem but the ...

1986 yamaha virago XV 1100  Bike backfires when down slowing down or down shifting.
if bike runs with chock 1/4 backfiring stops.

dying out problems  when a motorcycle runs fine at an ideal and then dies out when you try to start going in first gear. what would be the problem?

Rear Disk Brake Pads  Bought a used 2001 Suzuki 1400 intruder with 9000 miles. Husband installed rear break pads {worn to metal) 14,000 miles installed another set, the inside ...

Rear Rim  Why does my rear rim get extremely hot?

Crash Bars  I have a 1985 Yamaha Virago xv1000 and I would like to get some fat crash bars for it. Is it possible to get them and if not is there another brand that ...

Good jackets for larger chested gals...?  Hey, I'm looking for a good bike jacket that will fit my larger bust size. I'm not plus size so the larger jackets are too big in the waist for me... but ...

Springer Softail  What do you ladies think about a Springer Softail for a lady? Kind of a beginner, but have a Hugger right now.

Yamaha V Star 650 Classic  I have a V Star 650 Classic, first bike I love it.
My question is how do I add or take away fluid in the front shocks/forks? I have checked the tire pressure ...

Narrower Seat for V Star 650 Classic  Can anyone recommend a different seat for the V Star 650 Classic? I'd really like to have mine be 1 or 1 1/2 inches shorter.

Good Bike for a Tall Woman  I am new to riding, so I need a good bike for learning on, but it also needs to fit me. I am 6 feet tall, with long legs. I know some adjustments can ...

Yes  I have a 2007 Honda vtx 600 shadow. I just was changing a turning signal bulb and now the bike battery seems low and it won't start. Should I wait a couple ...

How to maintain comfort on a supersport bike?  I love the power gains of a crotch rocket. whether it be 600cc,636cc,750cc or 1000cc. I've owned a 02 gsxr 600 and currently a 03 gsxr 750. I found a somewhat ...

Comfy Seat Tip  Airhawk makes air filled motorcycle pads. Beyond comfy! You adjust how much air your tush needs. I found mine online a few years back. Much better than ...

The Best Bike  Hi my name is Lauren. I am 18 years old and my mom and I are thinking about purchasing a bike, however we do not know the first thing about bikes! We know ...

Getting Battery Off Harley Sportster 883  Hello,

Is there a special tool for removing the nut that holds the cable that connects the negative pole to the crankcase? It says in the manual that ...

Motorcycling  I'm 5'0" and weigh 98 pounds. I'm looking for an inexpensive and extremely low maintenance bike to start out on. Any suggestions?

LED Turn Signals  I have removed my stock 1980 Yamaha XS 1100 special turning signals and put on led turning signals but they do not blink. does any one know why? Do I need ...

Clutch Squealing  I just got a 2003 Buell Blast. To avoid the "knocking" in the single cylinder engine coming off a stop, you need to rev the engine somewhat. That's normal....

Engine Noise  I have an "01" 1600 Roadstar. At idle, I have a light tapping noise from the engine after it has warmed up. It goes away off idle. I believe the engine ...

Custom Body Parts  I have a Yamaha 2007 FZ6. I heard that you can take the factory seat and tail off and put a GSXR tail on. Is that true? What other bike model tails can ...

Exhaust  What happens if you take remove the exhaust of a GSX650F? People have told me nothing bad happens. They sell plain insert tubs for the bikes.

Women Bikes  What is the best Harley for a shorter woman beginning to ride?

Baffels  What will happen if I take out the baffels in my pipes? I have a 2001 Harley Deuce. What will I need to do if I do?

Electrical - Starting the Bike  1996 Yamaha Virago 535

I have a bike that starts once in awhile. The problem seems to be electrical. When starting the bike nothing turns over but ...

Dieing to Ride and Be Safe  I am 26 and have always been a passenger on a motorcycle. I am recently divorced. Wanting to find myself and get some freedom back, I thought what better ...

Aftermarket Parts  Hi,I ride a 2008 Honda cbr600rr and want to get a fender eliminator kit, but I don't know if placing the tag underneath the battery tray is legal. I`m ...

Petite Sport Touring bikes?  Are there any sport touring bikes for petite (female) riders? I am 5' tall, with a 29" inseam, and I like the look of a sport bike, but not such a forward ...

Security  What is the best option to secure your motorcycle if you are living an apartment complex that doesn't supply a parking garage?

Oil Checking  Use kick stand or standing straight up?

Correct Bike Size  I'm 5'2 and am looking to buy a bike. What size/height would I Need? ---bnefilm@gmail.com---

1985 Yamaha Maxim 750 Won't Start  I just bought a new battery for this bike although it won't start. It's showing the battery is fine because the lights come on and it tries to start. What ...

What Happens?  What happens if I don't change the gasoline after winter storage?

Type of Bike  Hi, I'm 5'3 or 5'4 and I wanted to buy a bike. My friend said I should purchase a Honda CBR600F4I but I don't know. Is there any particular bike you have ...

Spark Plugs  I checked the spark plugs on my Honda VTX last night. There was gunk on all of them. One was totally caked to where there is no way it was firing. I cleaned ...

Honda XL250  I have a 74 Honda XL 250 that I am restoring. I need a pointless regulator for it. I found one for a CB 200, are they the same? They look same and have ...

Timing Sportster  1983 H.D. Sportster 1000. All cams are out and need put in. what is the starting point? Does the front piston have to be TDC? Thanks, Jim

Bike Info  OK, I want to buy a new bike but I can't decide which would be better for the area I'm living in. The area I live in has many hills and isn't a very big ...

Exhaust  Ok, I got a 78 Honda CB550. Will the exhaust from a 83 nighthawk CB550 fit mine?

Derestricting  How do i derestrict a cpi sx 50cc moped?

First Oil Change  I have a 2005 Honda Rebel Motorcycle with 350 Miles on it. The manual claims there is breakin oil installed at the factory. Don' change it until 600 miles....

cant afford a new ignition  I need an ignition for a 1999 honda cbr 600 f4. What other years will work on that bike? Because I am seeing them used on ebay for other hondas and I ...

mechanics  what causes a motorcycle to backfire a lot on down shift and low speed?

installing crash bars  I have a 07 honda shadow vlx 600 and now have purchased crash bars to put on my bike for the final piece of protection. As some of you know I had dumped ...

Thank for your infor  I hope this is in the right place. Thanks to everyone for the information about clubs. I think Jaycee is right about ridding with too many people. It ...

Handlebars  Re: Softail Deluxe
I'm a short female and my bike came with Z-bars. NOT for ME! I have 5" risers and want to replace the bars but it's a shot in the dark ...

Bent Sub Frame  I have a 2006 Hayabusa LE that was hit in my work parking lot. The guy hit it hard enough to bend the kick stand and flip it over scratching every surface....

wet electrical parts  Somehow when I was taking off my seat on my 85 Honda Magna the cap for the radiator reservior came off. This caused my bike to overflow with radiator fluid ...

lifters  I have a 82 honda silverwing that has the lifters making some noise,, not much, but enough to hear. The bike runs pretty good and I had a mechanic look ...

replacing rear signal lights on a 2007 honda shadow 750 c2  Hi
I need someone to instruct me as to how to replace the left rear signal light. I had taken my seat off and it looked like I would have to take the ...

timing  how to set the timing on a 750 suzuki

timing  how do i set the timing on my 750 97' suzuki

stage one and stage two exhaust  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!!!!  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? 
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 ...

women in motorcycle racing.  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  When my 1996 gsx750 katana gets hot, it won't start. Any suggestions?