I'm wanting to learn to work on bikes (and cars) myself. I have a 2001 Honda CB500S, and want to learn how to do basic and intermediate maintenance and repairs. I can do the very basics; oil changes, filters changes and other fluid changes. The most complicated vehicle repair I have done was...

I am getting my first bike at the age of 46. A used Boulevard C50/M50 is my top choice at the moment. The shaft drive is one of my determining factors. I'm not much of a mechanic, and I have no interest in becoming one. The low-maintenance nature of shaft driven bikes appeals to me. But...

Hi, I just gotten my motorcycle license. In driving school i was driving Suzuki SV650 bike and it was ok. The power of 650 bike is ok to me. Now it's time to get my first bike. I searched for a few bikes i like and i would like to get some opinions on which is gonna be the best "beginner" bike...

I’ve recently acquired a bike after a year and a half of searching. I don’t care for super sports or any newer bikes like those, I prefer classics or cruiser bikes. The bike I bought was a 1973 Cb500 with a 550 build in it. It runs fine but I was wondering if it would be too dangerous or hard to...

As the title says, I'm looking for my first bike and was wondering which one would be better as a first bike, or if there are any better alternatives to the two?

I recently purchased a buddy of mine " 2001 Triumph Daytona 955i" and the problem is not only am I beginner but I also have trouble reaching both foot on the ground. I am at 5'5 with shoes on. So whenever I panic and stalled at the light/stop sign I will drop my bike. Are there any advices...

So I bought my first bike off of craigslist a few months ago and am just now having the time to start to work on it. I had never touched a motorcycle or had any prior engine maniacal knowledge before this project. I knew it did not start when I got it but it was most likely just the battery that...

I am an 18 yo girl who will be attending UIUC in the fall. I am very interested in learning to ride a motorcycle and, eventually, buying one for myself. I live close by a Harley Davidson dealer, so I would like to buy from there. I am not at all familiar with motorcycles or the mechanics and...

Hello! I'm sure there are 1,000 threads asking for help to decide between bikes, but I need some help deciding. I've looked at about 8 bikes in the city, and narrowed it down to two. Both are 1982, both are around $800 1) Kawasaki 440 ltd with belt drive -small oil leak -needs some...

Hi everyone. I have several questions (I've put them in bold). I'm not a motorcycle rider. My only experience has been as a passenger. Nevertheless, I had the brilliant idea to write a scene in the current novel I'm working on where the protagonist must try to drive a motorcycle, never having...

Hello Moto Forum, I bought a 1971 sl125 with a seized engine to learn about engines and servicing them. I have previously worked on go karts and lawn mowers for fun so I'm not to familiar with the OHC setup and far from an experienced engine builder. I soaked the piston for a week but it...

Hey everyone! I'm Alex, I'm 20 and I'm looking to get my first bike. I took the 300 dollar safety course and I'm ready to take the plunge but I have no idea what I'm going to get. The problem is I fall in love with everything I see, there is no such thing as a bad bike to me haha. I've looked at...

Hello everyone, Last night I bought my very first bike. A 1996 Suzuki Bandit 600s with 16k miles. It's in great condition. The seller list out all of the things maintenanced on the bike, however I would like to know the basics. What should I check before I hit the road? What should I check...

Im "5'10 and around 290 lbs and im looking for a good sports bike but dont know what to get for my first bike im looking for a bike that csn cruise at 70ish area and is affordable

Hey! I have been looking into getting my mc license and a mc. I have been looking into ceveral ones, but I think yamaha and Kawasaki are the brands for me. I want a badass bike with I big nice roar but I still want it to remain clean and sharp (so it keeps that little girly touch). I have...

Hey guys, Just an update. I passed the BRC course - which was great. Rode around on Suzuki 250's which I actually enjoyed. Thought I really wanted a sport bike, but the naked style body and design really got me hooked. :icon_cool: Found a pretty good deal on a 1982 Suzuki GS450L... maybe its a...

Hey guys, I'm Mo, 19 years old, and I'm 6'1'. I'm completely new to the motorcycle world. I love cafe racers, and have been looking into them for about a year now. I have no idea how to choose a bike, or what to look for (other than what I would like it to look like). I've had a lot of...