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I am leaning toward a honda but......
Alos any bikes that come in pink???
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Congrats! Welcome to the world of enjoyment in Street Motorcycling .. and I've had my own motorcycle license (and am an owner of Motorcycles) for more than 3 decades now (won't say how much more .. that would definitely be a big CLUE to my true age!).
I have a Honda myself ... and it is around the half-litre size (about 500cc).
Now .. let me tell you what you need to consider when you choose your street bike:
DO NOT go for the power or flashy or anything like that -- it is far better to go for something that you know you can confidently handle by YOURSELF ...
and this means that you need to understand how you will sit in the saddle (are you comfortable?) where your legs fall when at a standing stop (can you balance successfully?), and ... if this unfortunate situation happens ... can you LIFT the motorcycle BACK UP to a standing position (in case someone hits it in the parking lot, or you forget and don't fully extend your kick stand -- hey, it happens to the best of us!).
I also look at the position of the exhaust, the position of the handlebars, and what position you will be seated in (all comfort issues .. if you are NOT comfortable now sitting in the saddle ... how in the world will you be comfortable when you have to drive it for some distance!)
I would familiarize myself with its controls too -- especially with the lighting at night -- can you read your speedometer, your fuel gauge, your temp gauge, other gauges?
Then .. ask yourself if you are going to just ride back and forth to work, school, whatever ... or are you going to want to do touring as well (and for that -- I would definitely recommend a Fairing -- it gets real uncomfortable after an hour or two at highway speeds ... the Fairing definitely helps). Same with saddlebags ...
How large is the fuel tank, and reserve fuel tank? How many mpg will you get (ask the salesperson in the Motorcycle store).
Like a car, the Motorcycle can be painted aftermarket any color you want .... as long as you pay for it yourself. That is one way that Motorcycles 'personalize' their rides ...
Now ... as far as PERSONAL Safety protections - I recommend Boots (sturdy pair -- reinforced steel around the ankle/toes), a Leather Jacket (zip up -- zip pockets (including zip identity pocket and a small pocket for spare change when going through toll booths (if you have to), leather driving gloves, a Full-Face Helmet (with both a Clear and tinted Visor (I mostly use the clear -- but do change if I am only going on a day trip). Finally, a Good, Sturdy pair of long pants (heavy Jeans at least -- I do wear riding leathers myself) is the way to complete this outfit.
Believe me -- this helps -- I've been hit by things kicked up by car tires, the fairing got damaged by a rock kicked up by a Truck passing me (at an accessive rate of speed), and the Fairing deflected some of the wind problems with that situation too.
BE VERY AWARE of the Wind Testing on the Motorcycle as well .. because when any Vehicle passes you, you WILL Feel it -- and it will require you to pay attention to WHERE you are in the road.
Make sure that you have everything that is pretty standard (because when driving ... you don't need to get stuck in podunk town with NO WAY of getting replacement parts).
This is what I would consider for your first motorcycle.
Congrats! Welcome to the world of enjoyment in Street Motorcycling .. and I've had my own motorcycle license (and am an owner of Motorcycles) for more than 3 decades now (won't say how much more .. that would definitely be a big CLUE to my true age!).
I have a Honda myself ... and it is around the half-litre size (about 500cc).
Now .. let me tell you what you need to consider when you choose your street bike:
DO NOT go for the power or flashy or anything like that -- it is far better to go for something that you know you can confidently handle by YOURSELF ...
and this means that you need to understand how you will sit in the saddle (are you comfortable?) where your legs fall when at a standing stop (can you balance successfully?), and ... if this unfortunate situation happens ... can you LIFT the motorcycle BACK UP to a standing position (in case someone hits it in the parking lot, or you forget and don't fully extend your kick stand -- hey, it happens to the best of us!).
I also look at the position of the exhaust, the position of the handlebars, and what position you will be seated in (all comfort issues .. if you are NOT comfortable now sitting in the saddle ... how in the world will you be comfortable when you have to drive it for some distance!)
I would familiarize myself with its controls too -- especially with the lighting at night -- can you read your speedometer, your fuel gauge, your temp gauge, other gauges?
Then .. ask yourself if you are going to just ride back and forth to work, school, whatever ... or are you going to want to do touring as well (and for that -- I would definitely recommend a Fairing -- it gets real uncomfortable after an hour or two at highway speeds ... the Fairing definitely helps). Same with saddlebags ...
How large is the fuel tank, and reserve fuel tank? How many mpg will you get (ask the salesperson in the Motorcycle store).
Like a car, the Motorcycle can be painted aftermarket any color you want .... as long as you pay for it yourself. That is one way that Motorcycles 'personalize' their rides ...
Now ... as far as PERSONAL Safety protections - I recommend Boots (sturdy pair -- reinforced steel around the ankle/toes), a Leather Jacket (zip up -- zip pockets (including zip identity pocket and a small pocket for spare change when going through toll booths (if you have to), leather driving gloves, a Full-Face Helmet (with both a Clear and tinted Visor (I mostly use the clear -- but do change if I am only going on a day trip). Finally, a Good, Sturdy pair of long pants (heavy Jeans at least -- I do wear riding leathers myself) is the way to complete this outfit.
Believe me -- this helps -- I've been hit by things kicked up by car tires, the fairing got damaged by a rock kicked up by a Truck passing me (at an accessive rate of speed), and the Fairing deflected some of the wind problems with that situation too.
BE VERY AWARE of the Wind Testing on the Motorcycle as well .. because when any Vehicle passes you, you WILL Feel it -- and it will require you to pay attention to WHERE you are in the road.
Make sure that you have everything that is pretty standard (because when driving ... you don't need to get stuck in podunk town with NO WAY of getting replacement parts).
This is what I would consider for your first motorcycle.
Is riding a bicycle a good way to lose weight?
Diego Dura
I'm 19. 5"10. And 240lbs. I wanna get in shape before summer. If I ride my bike everyday will that do the trick?
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Simple answer - depends on hard you work at it & how dedicated you are.
Expanded answer...it's more than just riding. It's changing the way you eat. Without a healthy diet, all the cycling in the world will do little to nothing. There's also the way you ride - your own good or bad techniques.
First of all - make sure your saddle (seat) is raised to the proper height for optimal leg extension & power. http://www.sheldonbrown.com/saddles.html#height
Next - warm up! Don't try to sprint out of the box. Pedal at an easy rate for the first 10 minutes or so. Then shoot for an hour pedaling at a rate or "cadence" around 70-90 rpm - minimum. Higher cadence may be needed, but in lower (easier) gears climbing hills. Learn the difference between "spinning" and "pushing". End with another 5 to 10 minute period at slower speeds to cool down.
http://www.sheldonbrown.com/gears.html
Learn how to safely ride on the streets. Stay OFF sidewalks. Sidewalks are for pedestrians. Streets are for "vehicles". Bicycles are legal street vehicles everywhere.
http://www.bikexprt.com/streetsmarts/usa/index.htm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rU4nKKq02BU
Get a good helmet mirror.
http://safezonemirror.com/
A good cardiovascular work-out will last an hour (or more) 4 to 5 days per week. If an old man like me can do it - you can too.
Simple answer - depends on hard you work at it & how dedicated you are.
Expanded answer...it's more than just riding. It's changing the way you eat. Without a healthy diet, all the cycling in the world will do little to nothing. There's also the way you ride - your own good or bad techniques.
First of all - make sure your saddle (seat) is raised to the proper height for optimal leg extension & power. http://www.sheldonbrown.com/saddles.html#height
Next - warm up! Don't try to sprint out of the box. Pedal at an easy rate for the first 10 minutes or so. Then shoot for an hour pedaling at a rate or "cadence" around 70-90 rpm - minimum. Higher cadence may be needed, but in lower (easier) gears climbing hills. Learn the difference between "spinning" and "pushing". End with another 5 to 10 minute period at slower speeds to cool down.
http://www.sheldonbrown.com/gears.html
Learn how to safely ride on the streets. Stay OFF sidewalks. Sidewalks are for pedestrians. Streets are for "vehicles". Bicycles are legal street vehicles everywhere.
http://www.bikexprt.com/streetsmarts/usa/index.htm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rU4nKKq02BU
Get a good helmet mirror.
http://safezonemirror.com/
A good cardiovascular work-out will last an hour (or more) 4 to 5 days per week. If an old man like me can do it - you can too.
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