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How to Buy Your First Motorcycle

When looking for your first motorcycle, there are some things that you should look for. This article should help you out so that you or somebody you know will not end up with a lemon.

V-Strom 650 Hard and Soft Luggage Choices

In view of the great fuel economy, comfortable ride position, and lightweight construction, the highly popular Suzuki V-Strom 650 is able to present itself as a perfect all-round touring bike with great torque. A great high-mileage motorcycle of this nature often demands a range of touring accessori

Tips for Long Distance Biking

Long distance biking can be one of the most rewarding and exhilarating experiences that any bike enthusiast can partake in. There are a few things to remember before taking to the open road and a handful of helpful tips for getting the most out of the journey.

Choosing a Classic or Vintage Motorcycle Club

Classic motorcycle clubs are a must for new owners and enthusiasts. Clubs members can help with restoration tips, give advice on mechanical repairs, or just be there to swap stories.

How to Tell the Age of Motorcycle Tires

The U.S. Department of Transportation--DOT--dictates what information must be provided on the sidewall of any tire sold for road use in the United States. With a little detective work and an understanding of the DOT coding system, you can determine the age of any motorcycle tire.

CVO Road Glide Ultra

A picture with key information and pricing for the 2011 Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide Ultra.

History of Jeep Off-Roading

Jeep vehicles are built with special attention paid to their off-road capabilities. Ever since Jeep has been building vehicles for civilian use, off-roading has been a growing recreation for American drivers. Today organized events and Jeep trails are available to anyone who enjoys taking her Jeep o

1996 Pontiac Trans Am WS6: Specifications

The GM Pontiac division's answer to the Chevrolet Camaro and Ford Mustang was the Trans Am. The first Trans Am was produced in 1967 in hardtop and convertible versions and various versions were produced until 2002. The car underwent four major body restylings. The WS6 option became...

2003 Harley Ultra Classic HP Specs

Jupiterimages/Creatas/Getty ImagesClassified as a custom touring motorcycle, the 2003 Harley Davidson Ultra Classic HP had several features that lent themselves well for long-distance riding, such as electronic cruise control, a CB radio and a four-speaker stereo system with CD player....

Buying a Helmet - Decision 2

Now that you've got an idea about how rigid you'd like your helmet to be. It's time to find which helmet meets your requirements.To do that, we have to know just a little bit about the various helmet standards, which one applies where and how they compare to each other.

How to Strap Down a Honda Shadow

On occasion, you may need to transport your Honda Shadow in some other way than actually riding it. To that end, it is important to know how to properly strap down your motorcycle on a trailer or in a truck bed and to prevent it from becoming damaged in any way. The process requires only basic tools

How to Make a Motorcycle Cable

Making a motorcycle control cable is relatively easy and requires few tools. If the cables are to be made from scratch, the mechanic must first establish the length of the outer cable.

Profile

A profile shot of the 2011 Yamaha FZ8 in black.