When it comes to motorcycles there are a lot of names and models to choose from , as drivers tastes varies every driver have bike that suits his need perfectly . Choosing a motorcycle is a very enjoyable experience, however for beginners it maybe a little intimating.
If this is your first time to ride you may want to look in the light bike models , surely the heavier bikes are more enjoyable and they look way better but they require some experience to handle and you don’t want to get injured or wreck your new bike , afterwards as your experience start to scale up you move to the heavier model an start the real fun .
To ensure that you choose right you need to select you bike category , there are street bikes , custom made bikes , cruisers and sport bikes . each of them have a different kind of functionality and specs . you will need to spend some times researching on your bike especially if you are a man as studies show that men buys their bikes based on an impulse while women spend more time researching .
You should consider that besides the great looks the bike should suit your body and you should feel comfortable when riding as you don’t want to get back pain when you are in the middle of ride with your friend on in a race!
You should 3 main contact points . hands , feet and bottom . they all should where they are most comfortable .when grasping the handles you should have a slight bend in your elbows and knees while your heels are on the ground , with experience you will be select the best positions for different rides .
you should also consider the width of the bars , the handlebar and raiser fit , you should try a couple of bikes to be able to select the differences then selecting the best one . seats selection is very critical, you need to select seat that is very comfortable, especially if you go on long trips, there is a variety of accessory seats in the market, you can ask some friends or try riding with them for a long trip to select a perfect one, however you start with the original bike seat and then see what makes it comfortable and what doesn’t then search for a one which is better .
The foot pegs are also important , some models don’t have foot pegs and some have an uncomfortable ones . you can find a lot of accessory foot pegs in the market , the wider ones are more comfortable and if they have a rubber insets they can keep your feet a little more vibration isolated .
As these main areas are covered , you may need to consider long term finances like insurance, repair , parts and accessories costs . make sure you test the bike before you buy it . choose on passion as a bike that makes it throw the whole check list may not excite you and you might even stop riding if you don’t like it and don’t/can’t purchase a new one .
Make sure you wear a helmet when driving , you might want to purchase the helmet after buying the bike to find a one that matches . Drive safely and enjoy .
Honda motor bikes are one of the best motorbikes available today . They are functional , reliable and pretty stylish combined in great way to provide a perfect bike .
Today we will discuss The Honda CBR1000 RR The CBR1000RR AKA as Fireblade is a 999 cc liquid cooled four-cylinder super bike , it was originally introduced in 2004 to replace the CBR954RR model .
The All new 2008 model was introduced at Paris International motorcycle show , the new bike is lighter and faster , with more than 110 horse power this CBR is a rocket !
This model has it all , titanium valves ,enlarged bore with corresponding reduced strokes , new engine cylinder block , Head configuration and lighter position crankcase and a new ECU which delivers two separate revised maps sending the fuel and air mixture to be squeezed tight by the 12.3:1 compression ratio. Ram air is fed to an enlarged air box through two revised front scoops located under the headlamps. Honda claims power output to be at least 178 hp (133 kW) beginning at 12,000 rpm .
When tested by the Australian motorcycle news magazine the CBR produced 129kw at the rear wheel , Pretty damn interesting Honda focused their effort to reduce and centralize overall weight. using a new technique which Honda claims allows for very thin wall construction and only four castings to be welded together a lighter, narrower die cast frame was formed . Almost every part of the new bike was reengineered to reduce weight including the sidestand, front brake hoses, brake rotors, battery, and wheels .
To improve stability under deceleration, a slipper clutch is now available with a unique center-cam-assist mechanism. The Honda Electronic Steering Damper (HESD) has been revised this year as well. Another significant change is the exhaust system which is no longer a center-up underseat design. The CBR1000RR now features a side slung exhaust in order to increase mass centralization and compactness while mimicking a Moto GP style.
With more than 10,000 bikes different mountain bikes available on the market it’s hard to choose the best mountain bike and to know what model are the best .
For every rider there is a PERFECT bike , that you have to decide by yourself not by a sales man that knows nothing about the bikes and the mountains.
A while ago I found this greatbook which takes you through all of the process to find your perfect bike , it’s the best book I’ve ever bought , and it is very cheap .
The book also contains a lot of stuff , here are the chapters of the books taken from the author site
INTRODUCTION • SO YOU WANT TO BUY A BIKE? • WHO IS THIS GUIDE FOR? • HOW DO YOU USE IT?
JUSTIFY IT – THE FUN VERSION • WHY SHOULD YOU BUY A BIKE • IT WILL SAVE MONEY ON GAS • IT'S LESS EXPENSIVE THAN A HUMONGOUS HDTV • YOU WILL EASILY ‘RECOUP THE COST OF THIS BIKE IN PRIZE MONEY’ • THIS BIKE WILL HARDLY COST ANYTHING AFTER THE TRADE-IN • THIS BIKE IS THE BIKE TO END ALL BIKE
JUSTIFY IT – A MORE SERIOUS VERSION • THE AVERAGE TRIP LENGTH • UNUSED BICYCLES • THE MORE BIKE RIDERS THE MORE SPACE • BIKE PATHS AND LANES COST A FRACTION OF OTHER INFRASTRUCTURE • BIKES ARE THE CHEAPEST VEHICLES • COSTS OF RUNNING A CAR • INFLUENCE THE GOVERNMENT • CARS TAKE UP LOTS OF ROOM
THE STEPS TO BUYING A MOUNTAIN BIKE • HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE
STEP 1 :: WORK OUT YOUR BUDGET • HOW MUCH SHOULD YOU SPEND? • WHAT WILL YOUR MONEY GET YOU? • WHAT ACCESSORIES DO YOU NEED? • DETERMINE YOUR “BIKE BUDGET”
STEP 2 :: WORK OUT YOUR IDEAL BIKE TYPE • XC, TRAIL, DH, FR? • WHICH TYPE OF MOUNTAIN BIKE IS FOR ME? • CHOOSE YOUR BIKE TYPE • REVIEW YOUR BUDGET
STEP 3 :: FULL SUSPENSION VS HARDTAIL • WHICH IS RIGHT FOR YOU? • HARDTAIL BIKES ARE THE BEST… IF… • FULL SUSPENSION BIKES ARE THE BEST… IF… • SO WHAT SHOULD YOU DO?
STEP 4 :: 26” VS. 29” • WHICH IS RIGHT FOR YOU? • WHY 29 INCH MOUNTAIN BIKES? • HOW DO 29ER MOUNTAIN BIKES RIDE? • HOW ABOUT A 69ER?
STEP 5 :: MOUNTAIN BIKE FITTING AND SIZE • DON’T BE FOOLED • MOUNTAIN BIKE FITTING – HOW AND WHY YOU NEED TO DO IT
STEP 6 :: MOUNTAIN BIKE COMPONENTS • THE COMPONENTS • STAY FOCUSED • FORKS • WHEELSET • DERAILLEURS AND SHIFTERS • BRAKES • HUBS
STEP 7 :: MOUNTAIN BIKE RESEARCH • THAT’S WHY YOU’RE READING THIS ISN’T IT? • HOW DO YOU FIND YOUR PERFECT BIKE? • HOW TO FIND MORE INFORMATION • NARROW IT DOWN TO YOUR PERFECT BIKE
STEP 8 :: THE TEST RIDE • HOW TO MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR TEST RIDE • HOW DO YOU DO THIS? • YOUR PERFECT BIKE
STEP 9 :: WHERE TO BUY YOUR BIKE • SHOULD YOU BUY ONLINE OR AT YOUR LOCAL BIKE SHOP? • WHY BUY A MOUNTAIN BIKE ONLINE • WHAT SHOULD YOU WATCH OUT FOR? • THE BEST ONLINE BIKE SHOPS • WHY BUY AT YOUR LOCAL BIKE SHOP • HOW TO FIND A GOOD BIKE SHOP • NEVER BUY FROM HERE
STEP 10 :: WHEN SHOULD YOU BUY YOUR BIKE • BUY AT THE RIGHT TIME TO SAVE MONEY • NORTHERN HEMISPHERE • SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE
STEP 11 :: HOW TO NEGOTIATE THE BEST DEAL • BASIC NEGOTIATION TECHNIQUES • THE 4 GOLDEN RULES OF NEGOTIATING • BEST ALTERNATIVE TO A NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT (BATNA) • HOW TO DETERMINE YOUR BATNA • WHAT IF I DON’T SUCCEED? (WIIDS) • HOW TO GET THE POWER ON YOUR SIDE • THE MOST IMPORTANT RULE IN NEGOTIATING!
STEP 12 :: NEGOTIATION IN PRACTICE • PROFIT MARGINS • HOW TO GET EXTRAS THROWN IN FOR FREE • DOES CASH STILL WORK? • WHAT SHOULD BE INCLUDED
CONCLUSION • THE FINAL STEP BIKE SUMMARY SHEET
You can purchase “ your essential bike buying guide “ book from Here and this is something that you will keep with you and even teach to your grand children .
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Black bike week is the biggest black bike festival in the world and is also the largest black beach week event where thousands of bikers drive to Myrtle beach in south Carolina where there is plenty of fun, food , festivities and much more . if you are a bike guy you cannot miss this event .
The black bike week was originally started in the Atlantic beach in the 1980’s by the flaming king riders , then it was changed to Carolina knight riders and ended as Myrtle Beach Black Bike Week . although this event is basically for bikers , you don’t need a bike to attend this event . no matter what are you riding you are welcome to enjoy . Here are some Pictures from the black bike week
When it comes to buying cars for any automobile you have you always search for the original ports or for the best custom made ones that are available on the market .
Here you will find some of the best buys which comes from solid companies and get very high marks from the testers .
For a bike you have 2 main kits
1- The MID-Drive kits: they modify the recumbent's chain system to transmit the power of the human and the motor to the rear wheel gears . Adding the gearing to the motor provides high speed and good hill climbing user experience.
2- The Hub motor Kits : The hub motor kits power the bike using a hub motor built into the bike wheel ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Here you will find some of the best buys –kits that are available on the market
1-The BMC hub motor kit
BMC offer a ( 9lbs ) brushless planetary gear hub motor kit .
It is quit , efficient ,reliable , high torque and affordable .
Features:
· 540W (36V battery pack with 15A controller) motor with torque rivaling 1000W gearless motors
· Hall Effect Throttle with power-on indicator
· NO DRAG FREEWHEELING
· Additional options include rear hub motor, controller upgrades, and flat tire protection.
This wheel is built to sizes of 20” , 26” , and 700C by electro ride LLC . The wheel is built with high quality spokes and a durable spoke pattern and you can request any combination of tire liners , thorn resistant tubes and Kevlar tires to add flat tire protection .
The price goes from $500 and up for a light-weight brushless planetary gear hub and throttle – without spokes and rim , you add $120 for wheel build ( includes rim and spokes 20” ,26” 700c)
A good controller price ranges from $100 for the 15A for 36V battery pack to $200 for the 35A for 24V, 36V, and 48V battery packs
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 2- The Go-Hub Motor Kit
This kit is designed for “Plug & Play” they are reliable and available for either 26” or 24” wheels .
With the 26” model the controller is mounted on the front of the bike with aluminum clamp . Allowing better controller cooling and takes off the wiring along the frame to the back
Using the highly regarded B&B SLA batteries and a soneil charger, they ensure great stable performance .
The motor is laced into alloy wheel with heavy duty stainless steel spokes. The 26" kits use the 408 motor and the 24" kits the 409. The motor works at 36V from three 12ah batteries. All components are placed in the controller box , no external connectors and gives the neat “ factory installed “ look . it’s very easy to install , elegant , reliable and affordable .
Crystalyte offers a wide selection of hub-motor kits , you can variety of models from sparrow to faster Road Runner or the More powerful Phoenix series . the crystalyte electric wheels are reliable and heavy duty , you won’t be needing much maintenance as there are no belts , chains , sprockets or pulleys .the wheel spokes are directly connected to the electric motor and with direct coupling there will be no losses in the transmission of power to the wheel .
It comes with all the things you need to have a full electric bike and a step-by-step converting guide .
BMC offer a ( 9lbs ) brushless planetary gear hub motor kit .
This kit is designed for “Plug & Play” they are reliable and available for either 26” or 24” wheels .