Category: Motorcycles

Can a Cafe Racer Go Off-Road? 9 Features Working Against It

Can a Cafe Racer Go Off-Road?

Cafe racers are not meant to go off-road mainly due to their crouched riding position, clinging onto a pair of low handlebars with pronounced pullback and negative height, both of which make you prone to flipping over every time you encounter even the slightest obstacles. Yes, the true adventure of a two-wheeler starts where the road ends, but these customized, classic lightweight standard motorcycles fall a bit short because they also lack the fenders, suspension, ground clearance, and tires for it. The truth is that cafe racers are purposefully built for urban street riding (but, personally, I wouldn’t choose to ride a cafe racer for more than 3 hours as aesthetics take precedence over comfort), emphasizing power, speed, and agility reminiscent of sport bikes, with

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Why Are Motorcycle Engines So Powerful? A Comparison of Torque Output Between Bikes and Cars, With Real-World Examples

Why Are Motorcycle Engines So Powerful?

It’s amazing the number of drivers who think their cars can pull off faster than a motorcycle from idle at a stop light. The truth is any decent bike is quicker off the line than your average car. Don’t get me wrong, cars rule the freeway realm. But our torque monsters, say, the little Kawasaki Ninja 300, can churn out short bursts of supercharged power for mind boggling acceleration. As long as the next light is less than 10 seconds away, you are getting thrashed by the baby Ninja. And no, not you Teslaholics, I am addressing the petrolheads here. Now, let me give you an itty-bitty education on — Why are motorcycle engines so powerful? Motorcycles are powerful because they have a much higher

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Can You Wash Your Motorcycle When It's Hot? The Dos and Don'ts of 2023

Can You Wash Your Motorcycle When It’s Hot?

Washing your motorcycle is one of the least exciting parts to owning and operating the two-wheeler, heck it can even be more cumbersome than power scrubbing a car! If you obsess over tidiness or have a shiny masterpiece, you might do it every other week. Generally, once every fortnight will do the trick. It’s not always about keeping her shiny but also a safety measure to remove debris and a chance to inspect any wear and tear. But motorcycles are also inherently delicate compared to cars with many electro-mechanical parts exposed, which begs the question — can you wash your motorcycle when it’s hot? No! Don’t wash your motorcycle when it’s hot because water evaporates immediately it hits the hot surfaces and leaves behind ugly

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What Color Motorcycle Has the Most Accidents? Loud Colors Save Lives!

What Color Motorcycle Has the Most Accidents

This may sound strange, and trust me, it is! But colors speak to our thoughts and feelings in everyday experiences. And even affect the likelihood of being in an accident. Perhaps why free-spirited riders are so happy putting on a pomp and color show for their motorcycle exterior. Color psychology and associations are a part of how our brains work, and while it may be fun to express yourself with bright and varied colors, some are evidently safer than others. And so, the question inevitably arises — what color motorcycle has the most accidents? Black is the riskiest choice of color for a motorcycle due to visibility issues in low light and heat absorption in hot climates. But despite the fact that a black color

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Can a Versys 300 Be Lowered

Can a Versys 300 Be Lowered? 7 Things You Need to Know

Riding a bike is all about how it feels, especially when you start testing the limits of the road on a motorcycle. Adding aftermarket hardware to your motorcycle or manipulating the dimensions, so you feel more in control may be tempting. One popular modification is lowering a bike, but can a Versys 300 be lowered?  Can a Versys 300 Be Lowered? Yes, you can lower a Versys 300 just like any other motorcycle. Changing the seat and suspension are the two most common ways to do this. However, if you don’t adjust the suspension or seat properly, you may be too low to the ground, which can be a safety risk for you and others. This article will examine some things you must remember when

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Michael Parrotte-Fastest 250cc Motorcycles in 2023

10 Fastest 250cc Motorcycles in 2023

What are the fastest 250cc motorcycles in 2023? For new motorcycle riders, a 250cc bike should be more than good enough. Many new riders think that a bike with such a small engine is going to be slow, but this is not always the case.  There are plenty of fast 250cc motorcycles that are suitable for all experience levels, and I tested most of them to find out which ones are worth considering.  In this article, I’m going to go over the fastest 250cc motorcycles and quickly explain what makes each of them unique and worth your money.  The 10 Fastest 250cc Motorcycles in 2023 Honda CBR250RR Kawasaki Ninja 250 Yamaha YZF-R25 KTM 250 Adventure KTM 250 Duke CFMOTO 250NK Suzuki GSX250R ABS Suzuki TU250X

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10 Fastest 400cc Motorcycles in 2023 - Ten Examples of the Best in Class!

10 Fastest 400cc Motorcycles In 2023

What are the 10 fastest 400cc motorcycles in 2023? These bikes are excellent additions to the small-sized engine displacement class. They provide the torque, power, and speeds necessary for new riders of motorcyclists that are looking to upgrade to speedier engines. If you’re looking for the fastest 400cc motorcycles, look no further because I have just the list for you. I will be going over each of those bikes and explaining why they could be the right choice for you. Here are our picks for the best and fastest 400cc motorcycles in 2023: Kawasaki 2023 Ninja 400 Yamaha 2023 YZF-R3 KTM 2022 RC 390 Kawasaki Z400 ABS KTM 2022 390 Adventure Suzuki 2023 DR-Z400S KTM 2023 390 Duke BMW 2023 G 310 R Yamaha SR400

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The 10 Fastest 500cc Motorcycles in 2023

What are the fastest 500cc motorcycles in 2023? A 500cc bike can be the ideal choice for you whether you are looking to buy your first motorcycle or just want to upgrade to a bigger one. Such engine displacement offers a significant power level for riders of all skill levels.  If you prioritize speed and want to find the fastest 500cc motorcycles on the market, our handy list below will help you pick the right one. Here are our picks for the best and fastest 500cc motorcycles  Harley-Davidson 500 Honda CB500F Kawasaki Ninja 400 Honda CB500X Honda Rebel 500 Kawasaki Z400 ABS Honda CRF450RL Fantic Caballero Flat Track 500 Suzuki DR-Z400S Yamaha SR400 The 10 Fastest 500cc Motorcycles in 2023 1. Harley-Davidson 500 The Harley-Davidson

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10 Fastest 300cc Motorcycles in 2023 [For Every Price Point]

300cc motorcycles are the sweet spot of motorcycles for beginners; they are not so underpowered that they are slow, nor are they too powerful that they are overwhelming; they are just in the sweet spot.  These bikes are usually lightweight and easy enough to handle. So, whether you are a beginner or an experienced rider, there’s a great 300cc motorcycle out there for you.  Here’s our list for the best and fastest 300cc motorcycles: Honda CBR250RR Kawasaki Ninja 250 Yamaha V Star 250 Honda CB300R Honda Rebel 300 Honda CRF300L Rally CFMOTO 300NK Kawasaki KLX300SM Kawasaki Versys-X 300 Suzuki GSX-S300 Now let’s see what makes each of these bikes worthy of inclusion on this list. The 10 Fastest 300cc Motorcycles in 2023 1. Honda CBR250RR

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