Category: Tips

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Why Buy and Wear a Leather Jacket?

How Is a Leather Jacket Different from a Textile Jacket? Motorcycle enthusiasts will agree with me that the first thing you learn when buying your first motorcycle jacket is that there are two basic options. You can either choose a leather or textile jacket. And if you’re clueless about the best material to pick, you might end up with an option that might not be ideal. Stereotypically, the image of a biker includes a black leather jacket. In fact, most riders prefer leather over any other type of material. But what if textiles provide similar or better results? The answer to this question isn’t so simple and will depend on where you plan on riding, the kind of riding you plan to undertake, or how

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Can You Take A 250cc Motorcycle on The Highway?

When I bought my first motorcycle many years ago, I didn’t realize the role that engine size would play in highway riding. I wanted a bike that could cover a long distance on the highway and get great fuel economy. I ended up with a 250cc Kawasaki naked bike. So, can you take a 250cc motorcycle on the highway? Absolutely! But this depends on the motorcycle model. My 250 cc Kawasaki bike can attain a speed of up to 120 km/h (75 mph) in about 8 seconds. Some 250cc motorcycle bikes have less stability and this makes riders vulnerable to wind turbulence from heavy vehicles. The rule of thumb is to avoid freeway when you have a 250cc that is not stable at speed over

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How To Make Your Motorcycle Run Smoother?

The very motorcyclist would love for their machine to run smoothly and reliably all the time. There are several simple things that you can do to make your motorcycle run smoother and idle smoothly and do not require a lot of work or mechanical knowledge. All vehicles run smoothly when they are purchased new but with time things start to wear out, the residue can build up in the fuel system, rust can accumulate, and various other things caused by normal use and wear and tear. Carrying out regular maintenance servicing is easy to achieve and the best way to guarantee a smooth-running machine for years to come. There are literally thousands if not tens of thousands of parts in your motorcycle but there is

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Snell vs DOT Motorcycle Safety Helmet Standard

Having any type of helmet will not guarantee safety. They must be tested and certified to guarantee quality. Different countries have different certification schemes. So what do the two mean? Which Motorcycle safety Helmet standard is better? We look at the two. In the United States, they use the Snell Memorial Foundation standard, a profit non-profit organization, and a federally mandated Department of Transportation (DOT). Motorcycles are fast and thrilling and there are motorcycles that you can purchase from your local dealer that have a top speed of more than 200 mph. However, they also pose a greater risk of death or impairment than a car in the event of an accident. For this reason, the rider must use a full range of safety gear

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Incredible Motorcycle Tours-Adventure Rides in Southeast Asia

Taking a motorcycle road trip is an experience you’ll always remember, especially if you do it in South East Asia. This part of the world provides an amazing road experience as you see incredible landscapes, enjoy the local culture, try delicious street food, and immerse into parts most tourists don’t even imagine exist. There are many things to do, it is a great place to do just about anything you can imagine. South-East Asia’s narrow roads and mud-filled paths are the best motorcycle tours. Your road trip will likely be led by friendly locals. We’ll discuss some of the top companies that provide bike tours. It is a delightful surprise to find Asian roads in very good condition. They are known for safety and are

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5 Superb Gift Ideas for Motorcyclists

Do you want to surprise your favorite motorcyclists with an amazing and memorable gift? It does not matter if the gift is for a holiday, a birthday celebration, or anything else. There are plentiful gift ideas that can be ideal for the most enthusiastic motorcyclists out there. Be sure to review all the categories prior to making a purchase decision. 5 Superb Gift Ideas for Motorcyclists 1. The Right Backpack for a Motorcyclist Motorcyclists have needs and requirements that are not like normal people! They require backpacks that can keep all their belongings dry, safe, and sound while they are in transit. If you want to delight your favorite motorcyclist, then you need to make sure to invest in the right kind of backpack, with

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12 Motorcycle Safety Tips Every Rider Should Know

When it comes to motorcycle racing, safety should come before anything else. You will often hear rider conversations ending with phrases like “ride safe”, “don’t die,” and all other variations of the departing phrases. Riders are cautioned to ride in a manner that they will live to ride another day. But how does one ride safely? The instant you throw your leg over your bike, you always know that you are taking a risk. With that in mind, the best way to keep safe on the roads is by learning how to manage the risk every rider exposes him/herself to. This blog post is the ultimate guide on motorcycle safety tips that you should know. With this knowledge, you will be guaranteed safe riding. 12

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