How can I keep cool under a bike helmet?

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xxdismantl

I always make sure to wear a helmet. The only thing is, I ride to work every day and by the time I get there, my head is all sweaty, my bangs are wet, and my hair is destroyed. (The fact that it is typically over 80 degrees doesn't help either). Normally this wouldn't matter to me, but I have to look presentable for the customers where I work. Any tips on keeping your head cool and your hair intact?

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Buy a better helmet - one with better ventilation!

http://www.giro.com/us_en/products/women/helmets/skyla.html - with a visor
http://www.giro.com/us_en/products/women/helmets/transfer.html - without visor

How do you turn left if you're riding in the bike lane?

:Sheila:

I don't ride a bike around because I feel it is dangerous. (Most places in my area do not have bike lanes.) What are the rules of bike lanes?

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I've found that the bike lanes are nice when you're in them, but taking a left turn is a bit tricky. I just slow way down and keep looking behind me for an opening and as soon as there is one, I zoom over to the farthest left lane, stick out my arm and take a left.

Where I live the bike lanes are scattered and not very fluid. I generally try to ride on the side streets and trails, but at some point, I have to get on the main thorough ways. I should say that I don't ride my bike in major traffic like some people do, it's too risky. My town just had a horrible occurrence where a woman ran right over a group of cyclist in daylight. It was very sad.

As for the rules, the bike lane is there so the bikes have a good amount of space and a safe area to ride in. The rules are the rules that your local city/county has made for bicycling. For example, some places require a light at night or require a helmet. I know that when I read the book years and years ago, it said to ride your bike towards oncoming traffic so that they can see you, but I'm pretty sure that has changed.

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What type of roller blades are good for daily outside use?

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25 week

I want to get some roller blades for exercising outside. But does it matter what kind I get? I want them comfortable. But I dont want to wear the wheels down like within a couple weeks of using them outside. I would like somthing affordable. What should I get? Where should I go? Whats the usaul price for roller blades? I dont want to get ripped off.

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Any inline skates you find will be good for outside.
I probably go through a set of wheels each year but I also typicaly skate 20-40 miles per week. Was down in Miami Beach for the Great EsSkate and did 102 miles over Friday to Sunday.

Avoid the skates from discount stores unless you don't intend to skate very often.

The big box sporting goods stores (Dick's, SportMart, etc) typicaly carry the low to mid level of the quality skates. You are likely to find Rollerblade and K2 skates and sometimes the BladeRunner Brand which is Rollerblade's cheap line.
Depending on where you live, you may have some specialty stores that carry better skates.
Do an online search for inline skate clubs in your area. The people in the clubs can help you find the stores that have good skates and getting started on them.

You can find good skates anywhere from $100 to $200. Generally the higher priced skates have features that make them work better.

Fit is the most important. The skates should be snug all around your feet witout smashing your toes. Basicly the smallest skates that you can wear are the best. Loose feels good while trying them on but doesn't when your feet are moving around inside the skates when you use them.
Different models fit different feet better, try on everything.
Women's skates are shaped differently but may fit some guys better than the men's skates.

Things to look for in a skate:
I don't recommend any skate with wheels smaller than 80mm. 80mm is the smallest common size for replacement wheels and the smaller ones are not as good. Bigger wheels roll better but I deffinately wouldn't suggest anyone trying to learn on 100mm wheels.
Metal frames (the part that hold the wheels) are better than plastic ones.
Don't pay any attention to ABEC ratings of the bearings, it is almost meaningless.

Get a set of pads and a helmet. A bicycle helmet is good for normal skating and can save your life.

What are good brands for womens rollerblades?

Pasqualo

I am starting out rollerblading I am looking for a pair for under $100 and would like to know some tips on buying! thank you!

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The two major brands of inline skates (the actual name for the sport) in the us are Rollerblade and K2. Most will be over $100 but if you are lucky, you might get a really good deal on last year's model. Stores want to get rid of them since the new ones are now on the shelves.
I just bought a pair of last year's Rollerblade Activa skates for my girlfriend for about $120. They are a step up from the "good" skates.

Rollerblade also makes a cheaper line of skates called BladeRunner. They are not as good as the ones that Rollerblade puts their brand on.

There are a lot of no-name skates sold in discount stores (Target, Walmart) that are ok for skating a few times a year but are poor for regular use.

Fit is very important. Loose feels good in the store but is a problem when you actually skate. The skates should fit snug all around your feet without pinching your toes. They should act as part of your feet when skating.

Larger wheels roll better and smoother.
I don't recommend any wheels under 80mm for regular use. The smaller wheels are going out except for very cheap skates. They will be harder to replace in the future and have fewer choices.
A beginner should be able to handle up to 84 mm easily. If their balance is good (or have had precious experience on ice or quad skates) 90mm could be reasonable (but well past the $100 price range). Racers are moving to 100mm and larger wheels but they would be hard to learn on and are too big for some well experianced skaters.

Metal frames (the part that holds the wheels) are better than plastic with one piece extruded frames being the best.

If you plan on skating faster or for longer distances, the shorter boot of a fitness skate (well above the $100 level unless you get a great deal) will be more comfortable.

You really don't get a choice of wheels or bearings until you replace them sometime in the future when you wear them out. ABEC ratings of the bearings get advertised in stores but are basically meaningless.

Don't forget to buy a helmet (a bicycle helmet is perfect for recreational/fitness skating) and at least wrist guards.
Head hits are uncommon in falls but can be devastating. I know people who have had headaches for over a year after hitting their head and slightly knew a person that died from it (he hit the back of his head on the ground without a helmet).
Scraping up the skin on the hands are very common in small falls.

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What's a good bicycle helmet for city riding?

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csss s

I live in Philadelphia, and it is pretty congested. I have a trek bike helmet and I hate it. It feels like a big bowl on top of my head, and I hate the straps. I'm thinking about a skateboard helmet. Is that a good idea? I dont care how hot it is, I just want it to be more comfortable.
Thanks

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The more expensive helmets come in different sizes and will be a much better fit. They will also be smaller then the one size fits all. A skateboard helmet will be way too hot.

What is a good beginner bicycle if I want to start taking cycling up as a hobby?

Carlos G

I would like to participate in the MS150 event next year. What other equipment would I need? I am looking for a bike in the $100 to $300 range to start off. Where could I find a good training schedule and cycling trails online?

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For around $300 you could get a used entry-level road bike that is a few years old. Some possibilities might be a Giant OCR series or a Trek 1000.

Get some cycling shorts, a hydration pack or water bottle and cage, cycling shoes and clipless pedals, helmet, and plenty of sunscreen as well.

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Is there a difference in bicycle helmets?

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c_schumack

I am looking through a bicycling catalog and the prices range from $25 to over $150 for bicycling helmets. I would assume they all have to meet guidelines for protecting your head - surely the more expensive ones will not protect it 5 times better. There seems to be a thing about the number of air vents. I notice the weight between them all is nearly the same. Other than air vents, what advantages would I notice as a user if I went with a mid priced helmet over the cheapest helmet?

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Weight, venting, and marketing make up the biggest differences in the cost of helmets. Helmets must meet the same standards, so the function of all the helmets is presumably equivalent. However, one way that manufacturers make some models less is expensive is to make less sizes. For example, using 2 molds instead of 3 saves the company development, manufacturing, and distribution costs, but it means less size options for you to get a helmet that fits well.

When it comes to comfort and safety, a good fit is the most important factor. More expensive helmets tend to come in a larger variety of sizes with more control over chin strap and back-of-the-head adjustments. I have found helmets with tensioning systems on the back of the helmet to be the most comfortable and to have the most secure fit.

Definitely go to a bike shop with lots of models and sizes in stock, and then try on a wide variety of options to see what fits your head and your wallet best.

How much speed will I lose on average if I wear a bicycle helmet? So far I average about 35km/h without one?

POPEYE P

Making your head bigger I assume there is more air resistence that will cause drag reducing my speed. I'm planning on buying a helmet this month because I do a lot of dangerous night riding.

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popeye

Lets see the pros wear one on every ride. And , they care about 10ths of seconds per ride. It actually should make you faster. While it is bigger the curved symmetrical shape should be more aero. But, lets face any speed gained or lost is insignificant relative to the safety issue.

Soccerref

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Need help from Triumph riders & info on dealerships.?

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a curious

Sometime during the upcoming months i am looking into financing a New 2013 Street Triple R with around 2500$ in accessories (12,500$ before taxes, fees) I plan to put around 5000$ or more down and am wondering what i'd end up paying monthly for it ( not including insurance -_- ) Along with that i understand all places are different, but what are your experiences with Triumph dealerships? I live in Miami, FL and there are about 3 dealerships within 2 hours from my location.

Thanks you to all!
Been riding a suzuki gsx650f for 2 years, still consider myself a new rider i suppose, but am confident in my abilities and over time have been learning to properly pace my learning.

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2500 in accessories?
What the heck are you adding to the bike?????
He saw you coming

it would be helpful to know as it sounds like you are turning it into a bike they might already produce for more than it would cost you to buy that bike?
sounds like you are trying to turn a street triple into a daytona!!!!
Firstly the sales man doesn't give a penny for your thoughts or your ability to pay, he will load your accessories as much as you like and be laughing down his sleeve at the profit he will be making on your niavity.
You do know that the profit mark up on the accessories is more than 40%. you might as well give him the cash to put in his back pocket.
1. bargain the price of the bike right down. agree a cash value of the bike before you even offer a trade or a down payment
2 Don't whack a lump sum down as a payment hoping to save more on finance.
the % interest paid is HIGHER for a small amount than it is for a larger amount
Say 9% ( 17% apr) for 7,500 and 15% ( 35% apr) for 5,000 so in three years you actually pay nearly a 1/5th more for the lower borrowed value.
3 Dealers deals, you find the bike in one dealership leave and visit another, tell the saleman you are going to look at the bike in another garage ... the salesman wants your money, he will comp accessories to get you to sign the deal...
4 Right you've bought the bike as standard at a more reasonable price and saved yourself some money You have the lump sum left to spend on accessories. look for deals and offers. If it is the fact you are buying triumph branded clothing, DON'T buy it from the triumph outlet!!! go to the manufacturers outlet, they will sell the same product for a lot less. Just because it say's triumph it doesn't mean it is made by them.
a davida helmet brought from triumph is between 35 and 50 dearer than one brought from davida themselves, and the accessories offered for the davida helmet through triumph are not as numerous as those offered through davida.Same as the Visor sold by both triumph and davida it is a bob heath and costs 20 less direct from bob heath.

Better mechanical accessories are offered from non franchised accessory suppliers, things like billet fork braces billet bar end indicators. look a little deeper.
So
put less than 1000 down on deposit the rest of the bike 7500 on finance, cut your accessories bill by shopping around.

NB. putting 2500 of accessories on the bike will almost double your insurance, BUT not to cover their replacement... it is to cover their impact on an accident as they are not crash tested or passed safe for the bike by the constructor. so you are paying higher premiums for components that won't get replaced purely to protect you against liability.
Also in the case of a total loss If you had the whole 12,500 on finance (some 17,800 in total) the insurance company would only pay out the 10,000 for the value of the bike.

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how much does a 707 street helmet weigh, and is it wrong to use that helmet for mountain bicycling?

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Andrew

I have a 2011 Seven Zero Seven full face street bike helmet,
can't find how much the weight is, and also is it wrong,silly, or stupid to use a street bike helmet to go mountain bicycling?

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Unless you only go downhill, you'll cook your head.

What type of mountain bike should I get?

Stuart G

I'm looking for something cheap to start with (upto £150 or $300 US) I'll be using it on paths and gravel, slight hills etc for 2-3 hour cycles a couple of times a week to keep myself in shape. (I'm 25 and already reasonably fit by the way) No real offroading or downhill or anything like that, just simple A-B along tracks. Should I get Full suspension or just the front? Any particular bikes you could reccommend? What about buying second hand? Any ideas or suggestions much appreciated! Thanks in advance

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I would say buy a hardtail (bike with only front suspension). Your budget will let you find some low-end nice hardtails. Look at Trek, Specialized, Giant, Marin, GT. Go to a bike shop, the difference between retail and dedicated shops are not only the bikes themselves, but usually also that the bike shop guys know more about what bike fits you best.

While you can get a 'nicer' used bike for the same price, if you don't know much about bikes you can get ripped off, either by selling you junk as a wonderfull, unique bike, or a bike that has had some falls and would need maintenance, or just to run away from.

If you're willing to buy from the internet, check Ibex bikes, they offer a very good bang for the buck.

Also, you will need to save some $$ for a helmet (but any 30 bucks helmet will work).

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What kind of street bike is best for a 20 year old woman who is just starting out?

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mustangluv

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.

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.

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Are there any offroad helmets for bikes?

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Mike S

I'm looking for an offroad/motocross-style bike helmet that I plan to use for BMX. Are there any companies that make cheap motorcycle helmets (under $50?) or replicas for bicycles that look like an offroad helmet? Thanks!

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I think you're wanting to get a full-face style helmet, right? If that's what you mean by offroad and moto. I don't think I've ever seen any for $50 or under, not even on super closeout sales. There are some good ones that won't break the bank, though.

Pryme makes a decent one that usually sells for $65-$80 and I think Pro-Tec has one in that range, too. Bell, Azonic, and Giro all have some cheaper models if you shop around. Full-face helmets can get expensive quickly, but most of them are $140 or less, several of them in the $90-$120 range.

Look at http://www.pricepoint.com , http://www.nashbar.com , http://www.jensonusa.com , and http://www.blueskycycling.com for good helmet deals. Nashbar and Performance usually have good closeouts and often offer coupons for an even greater deal on a helmet.

Also, check out the Pro-Tec Ace Dig....not a full-face, but it's kinda retro. Sort of a skate lid with a visor and some nice shaping. You might like it, and it's different. :o)

Also, check out the Pro-Tec Ace

Do you have to have a license to drive a scooter that is under 50 cc in?

pammysue

Do you have to have a license to drive a scooter that is under 50 cc in California?

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California legislature seeks help control pollution, so it has make the registration processes of other vehicles, such as scooters and mopeds, more appealing.

Keep in mind that the DMV definitions of these vehicles might be very different from what you consider to be a scooter or moped.

Scooters
The California Motorcycle Driver Handbook describes a scooter as a motorized two-wheeled vehicle with a floorboard designed for standing while driving. The scooter may have a driver's seat, but if the seat interferes with the operator's ability to stand while driving the vehicle is not a scooter. A typical scooter also has the ability to be driven by human propulsion.

The California Vehicle Code does not require the driver of a motorized scooter to carry registration, have license plates on display, or carry liability insurance (although you might inquire with your insurance company about potential coverage).

Scooter navigators must be at least 16 years old, get properly licensed, wear a helmet, and know where he/she can legally drive the scooter.

Scooters may be driven on bike paths and trails, but never on sidewalks. They can also be used on roadways with bike lanes, as well as on streets with no bike lanes and speed limits of 25 mph or less. When on a road with no bike lane, scooters should be ridden as close to the right hand curb as possible (unless passing or turning right).

Refer to the section below on licensing requirements and how to obtain the proper scooter license.

Mopeds or Motorized Bicycles
The California Motorcycle Driver Handbook describes two different types of motorized bicycles, or mopeds.

The first type is a two- or three-wheeled vehicle, not capable of more than 30 mph on level ground with:

Fully functional pedals for human propulsion.
An internal combustion engine producing less than two gross brake horsepower with automatic transmission.
An electric motor with or without pedals.
The second type of moped has an electric motor of less than 1,000 watts and cannot go above 20 mph on level ground (even if assisted by human power). The motor must also stop when the brakes are applied or starter switch released.

The "20 mph" classification of a moped may be driven without a license, proof of financial responsibility, or a moped license plate. The driver need only be 16 years old and wearing a properly fitting bicycle helmet.

On the other hand, the quicker moped requires a Class M2 driver license and registration with the CA DMV. Furthermore, you will want to check with your insurance carrier on possible coverage regarding your moped.

To register your moped simply submit a Motorized Bicycle Instruction/Application form (REG 230) by mail or at you local DMV.

You can't ride your moped on freeways or any type of bike path or trail, unless local law has given permission. You can drive your moped in lanes designated for bicycles, but be considerate of other bikers.

Acquiring the Necessary License for Your Moped or Scooter
The moped with the 20 mph cap can be driven without a license, but the driver must be at least 16 years old.

You will need to obtain a Class M2 license if you choose to go the way of the scooter or the moped with a maximum speed limit of 30 mph.

To secure your Class M2 license simply:

Make an appointment. at your local DMV,
Submit an original DL 44 application form.
Provide a thumb print.
Have your picture taken at the DMV.
Pay the $27 application fee.
Pass a vision exam.
Pass the traffic laws and signs test.
If you are under 21, complete the California Highway Patrol (CHP) motorcycle training course and present the Certificate of Motorcycle Training (DL 389) to the DMV. You won't have to take the motorcycle driving test if you already have a current California driver license.

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At what age did you put your baby in a baby bike seat and take them for a ride?

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lilsnob868

How old were they? I researched it on the internet and they recommend them to be one year old. My son is 9 months and sits up well and everything. All i have to do is buy him a bike helmet online. So what age was your baby? thanks
if you fall the baby has a helmet on duh? and he is securely strapped in his bike seat.
is the baby trailer safe? does it securely strap the baby in? does it just lay down or can you sit your baby up?

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I don't have the seat, I have the pull behind trailer. I started using it as soon as I got it, my son was 6 months old. I like and trust the trailer more than I would the seat. If for some reason I should fall, the trailer will remain upright. There's a roll bar in it too, so if it does flip I know he's safe.
*edit* He gets strapped in

Why do people treat questioners like they are 2?

alyssacham

I had asked a question about detatchable stirrups for children, so my 2 year old sister can start to ride. I got some answers, but a few people got into a whole shpeal(sp) about making sure she wears a helmet, a certified one, not a bike helmet. I am not stupid, and I know these things. I did not ask anything about this in my question and would really appriciate people treating me like the age I am. I am wondering if it is common on Y answers to be treated like this, or is it just horse people that are so condescending? Maybe I am over reacting? I dont know, I just hate when people think I am stupid or something. ANY idiot knows that when a child is riding to wear a good horseback riding helmet. THANKS!
I do disagree. Yes any idiot knows to wear a helmet on a young child. And also I hate stereotypical assholes. Western riders are not the only ones who do not wear helmets on their children, and I refuse to let some "know it all" talk like western riders are the 'stupid' ones. That is not fair to all of the smart people, that just because they ride western means that they do not know to wear a helmet on their child. Every mother cares about their child, I treat my sister like she is my own, and it bothers me to think that western riding mothers do not treat their kids with the same safety as English riding mothers do. Please do not stereotype riders. It is unfair, and you information is not nearly as correct as you think it is.

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People are very rude, and that is the only reason for it. They know that you know to wear a helmet on your sister, they just want others to think their question exceeds the "expectations"

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How can I take my 6 month old on a bike ride?

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RilYnn

I have a Bell Bike Trailer, It has a five point safety harness, and she can hold her head up perfect. My question is is it safe for her to use it yet, and what should i do about a helmet? The smallest I have seen is 3+ years, do they make them smaller? Where can I get one if I need it? All Answers appreciated! THANKS!
The babk carriers are for 12mo. and up, but I cant even find a helmet for a 12mo old :(

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I wanted to take my baby out biking, too. But even if a six month old can hold her head up well, it might be really difficult to maintain that with a bike helmet. If she sleeps while riding--and she probably would--her head will tip over and strain her neck as the bike bounces around. If there were an accident, her skull is not fused and her head is still soft in places, so a helmet might not offer as much protection as you might hope. Long story short, it's just not a good idea. They need to be a little older, unfortunately. I hated it, too, but it is probably best to wait. It won't be that long. We probably waiting until age two, which was forever but not really that long. And now my five-year-old has been riding around with me for three and a half years!

I do wish I had a different answer.

How old were your children/child when you took their stablisers off their bikes?

sexiebum

I am just wondering as my son is 6 in june and next weekend i am thinking about taking his stablisers off his bike i am a single mum so planning something like this is huge as i have a 4,3, and a 18 day old as well so any tips or advice would be really great i have helmets and shin pads,elbow pads e.t.c but do i take one stabliser off at a time or both e.t.c

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With my first son we took them off at around 7 yrs. I don't think he benefitted from having the stabilisers. They weren't teaching him anything and he was just using the bike like a kind of unstable trike. He learned after we took them off, although it took a while. So with my second son we didn't put the stabilisers back on, and he learned reasonably quickly.

How you approach things with your child depends on whether or not you think he is learning anything from the stabilisers. I have heard of people taking off one stabiliser but I think it's better just to take them both off. The only other thing I can suggest is to get him out on the bike to try as often as possible once you have taken them off, and don't let him give up. Everyone is different in the the time they take to learn to ride a bike but everyone can learn it.

A word of caution for your next two children. Since they are close in age, it may be tempting to get them learning at the same time. While this may be more fun for them, you must remember that the younger one will probably take longer, and must not be allowed to become discouraged if the older one gets there first. That happened to a friend of mine. Her brother, 18 months older, learned while she was still struggling and as soon as he learned, she gave up.

Good luck.

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Tell me of ways to be strange and unexpected?

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Yordan Tac

Don't ask why, because even I can't give you an explanation. It's just one of those things that I feel necessary for my life. I just feel this way. Just give me your best shots and don't say stuff like yelling "Pancake!!!!" to random people on the street. Think unexpected, not crazy!

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I am an expert at the art of randomness:
1. Sing the Batman theme incessantly.
2. Go though the Mc Donald's drive through and tell them that you order is "to go"
3.Amuse yourself for endless hours by hooking a camcorder to your TV and then pointing it at the screen.
4. Talk only in a Wall-E voice
5. Stomp on little plastic ketchup packets.
6.Name your dog "Dog."
7.Declare your apartment an independent nation, and sue your neighbors upstairs for "violating your airspace."
8.Claim that you must always wear a bicycle helmet as part of your "astronaut training."
9.Erect an elaborate network of ropes in your backyard, and tell the neighbors you are a "spider person."
10.Adjust the tint on your TV so that all the people are green, and insist to others that you "like it that way."
11.Holler random numbers while someone is counting.
12.ONLY TYPE IN UPPERCASE.
13. As much as possible, skip rather than walk
14.Mow your lawn with scissors
15. Ask the waitress for an extra seat for your "imaginary friend."
16.Routinely handcuff yourself to furniture, informing the curious that you don't want to fall off "in case the big one comes."
17. Buy a large quantity of orange traffic cones and reroute whole streets.
18. Wear all your clothes inside-out or backwards.
19. when in an elavator, draw a circle on the floor and tell everyone that it is your "personal space"
20. Give a play-by-play account of a person's every action

In CA, if you ride a BICYCLE, helmets are supposed to be worn by those that are <18yrs old-if a cop stops some?

IN HARBAUG

...one who is not wearing a helmet but is over the age of 18 AND that person has no id with them, how would a cop find out the person's age?
don't answer this question if you are planning to answer with some smart aleky saying
lets just say this happened, how would a cop verify age with no id?

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If the person reasonably looked to be under 18 (which would be necessary for the stop to be valid in the first place), I think the odds are that the officer would write a citation and tell the citee that the citation will be dismissed in juvenile court if the citee appears with proof of age (birth certificate, etc.).

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What kind of bicycle would best fit my lifestyle?

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mipy

I am looking to buy a bike, preferably a BMX although I do not do tricks, but I would like to cruise around the city with my pals. I don't really want to spend over $120, but I do want some quality. Haro? Redline? Mongoose? Also, does spray painting the frame of a bike totally mess it up? Thanks everyone! :)

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BMX bikes are TERRIBLE for actually going anywhere. They're only good for tricks. Why are they terrible? They're completely designed for tricks, with a saddle that doesn't get in the way during tricks (not fit for riding comfortably), bars that come high for more controls during spins (you'll be stuck upright in the wind, good luck getting over 15mph or so), etc. You'll be standing up to pedal the whole way (uncomfortable for extended periods) and it'll just be a generally unpleasant experience. If you end up sitting on the saddle, you'll be one of those funny guys I see commuting with their knees hitting their chin on the upstroke of the pedal stroke, hah.

if you simply want to trot along at a casual pace with friends, get a cheap beach cruiser, which might be the only thing you can afford with $120.

If you actually want to *go* places, and go places quickly, you want a road bike. Vintage road bikes can be had for cheap, within your budget, but you'll be put over your budget with accessories (helmet: 20, lock: 20, lights for night riding: 20, random parts you'll need for old bike repair: 20ish). Plus you need to know what you're doing when you're shopping for used bikes.

I pass BMX/cruiser guys all the time on my 1987 Japanese road bike I picked up for $100 on craigslist, in need of about $30 worth of repair. Sometimes, I see those I pass start sprinting in some manly, testosterone-driven spur of the moment competition, but there's no way they ever catch up to me on my road bike with thin, high pressure, slick tires (less rolling resistance).

Also, you said you want 'quality.' There's no way in hell you're getting that with $120 worth of department store bike. Either spend a few weeks learning about bikes, and then buying a used one that'll suit you, get a friend to help you find a used one to suit you, or go to your local bicycle shop (LBS) and tell them your requirements. Your LBS is going to be your best friend if you go in with enough money.

How do bicycle helmets work?

Forgetful

There is a "shell" and a "liner" in a bicycle helmet, right? what is the purpose of those things? Is the shell supposed to stop it from breaking or is the liner supposed to be crushed?
Simple language please.
thanks!!!!!

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There are variations depending upon the quality of the helmet and the purpose... for example, some DH helmets are practically MX helmets now but, in general...

Bike helmets have the liner and shell as you've mentioned, the liner actually does the majority of work in saving you from a fall. The shell is really just there to prevent things like stick and such on the tral from penetrating the liner and stabbing you in the head, or to keep the liner from coming apart on hard impacts. The liner is what handles the energy transfer that prevents you from sustaining severe injury. When you take an impact, the liner is supposed to get crushed... in doing so, it converts the kinetic energy (the energy of an object in motion) of the impact into thermal energy (heat) as the liner is crushed. Remember, energy can never be created or destroyed, it can only change forms... The type of material used in the liner and the overall quality of the helmet determine just how effective it is but that's the basic principle in ALL helmets actually. Most common helmets use an EPS liner, Expanded PolyStyrine, and are good for just one serious impact... Once the liner has been crushed, it no longer has the capacity to be crushed much further to allow for the conversion of energy needed to protect your head. Some other helmets use materials that allow the energy conversion to take place repeatedly and only need to be replaced if the shell material is compromised... these are typically MX helmets or very high-end downhill helmets.

Also, it's worth noting that essentially all bike helmets pass the same certifications so there isnt a whole lot of difference in protection between a $40 helmet and a $140 helmet... Most of the extra money that you pay goes into what was spent on R&D to figure out a way to incorporate more vents into the helmet without lessening the protection offered.

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Can you ride a cruiser style motorcycle like the GZ250 or the V-Star 250 during the winter?

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Merrico

I was thinking of buying one of these bikes for my first vehicle because I don't have the money for a car and because these bikes are much more fuel efficient than cars. So, only having the motorcycle I would need to use it year round. So, can I? Also, if going straight to riding a motorcycle is a bad idea please tell me. Thanks.

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Real riders don't park the bike just 'cause of some snow or ice :-D

You can ride year 'round, but I've found dual purpose bikes are easier to handle in the slushy stuff. If you can ride on dirt/sand then you can ride on snow.

Remember that you'll have to bundle up against the windchill. Electric clothing is great if your bike has the charging capacity for it. You can also get anti-fogging stuff for your helmet visor.

If you want to race everyone and treat the roads like your own private race track, fill out your donor card now. You WILL die! If you have some self-control and practice your observational skills and defensive driving, you'll likely do fine. Just realize that no matter your record, just because you're young insurance will be more, especially for a sport bike. But your cruiser shouldn't be a premium killer, especially if it's under 1000cc and paid for. In '82 when I got my first bike (19 years old) my insurance was $12 FOR THE YEAR. Part of that was that the riding season up north was only 6 months and my first bike was just a 125.

Definitely take the MSF course if you haven't already. Tell the instructor about your interest in winter riding and he should give you some tips. Also, if you can (this can depend on age) rent a dual purpose bike and take it onto some sand or loose dirt to get comfortable with sliding the rear. And watch out for those dead leaves; they secrete some kind of oil as they decay, very very slick!

What can I do now that I have my motorcycle permit?

DK

I'm living in Illinois (also an IL permit, fyi), and I'm not sure if I'm now able to ride on my own, when i'm able to ride etc. I've heard that I need someone over 21 'supervising'. Does anyone know if there's a penalty for not riding with an over-21 adult? Also, insurance-wise, what do I need to do once I buy my motorbike?

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There are two types of motorcycle licenses in Illinois. The Class L type is for motor-driven cycles with an engine displacement of 150 cubic centimeters or less. The Class M license is for motorcycles with a displacement of 151cc or more.

Teens 16 and 17 years old can obtain a motorcycle license by following this process:

1. Apply for a learner's permit (also known as an instructional permit) for a conventional license.
2. Attend and complete a driver education course at school.
3. Apply for a 12-month motorcycle learner's permit.
4. Study the Motorcycle Manual and the Rules of the Road.
5. Enroll in the 20-hour Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) Motorcycle Rider Course. This course is free. Find out more by calling IDOT's Motorcycle Safety Project at (800) 892-9607 or (800) 642-9589.
6. Hold your learner's permit for at least three months. During this time, you are allowed to ride the motorcycle only in daylight hours while supervised by a qualified motorcyclist.
7. Pass the motorcycle road test at any local Secretary of State driver services office.

A new motorcycle license costs $10.

If you are 18 or over, most of the same requirements still apply. The main exception is that if you complete the IDOT Motorcycle Rider Course, you can waive the road test. The fee for the first-time Class M or Class L endorsement is $10. Renewals are $5.

Riders will be expected to demonstrate proper control of the motorcycle at all times. This will include starting it, making slow and fast turns, driving in traffic, and stopping safely and smoothly. The Motorcycle Manual offers detailed information on how to execute the moves that will be required on the test. The manual also provides sample questions for the written portion of the test.

You have to have your bike insured before riding it on the road (legally). Buy a bike, call an insurance company and negotiate insurance, pay them (or they will bill you) and they send (snail main & possible e-mail) proof of insurance for the bike. Carry the proof when you ride.

Lastly, IL is a helmet-optional state. Take the right option & wear a helmet. I recommend a full face helmet, if you like yourself when you look in the mirror in the morning.

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I could use some help with paraphrasing....?

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Tom J

We were given several paragraphs to paraphrase. To make sure I'm on the right track, can you please identify if I have paraphrased this short paragraph accordingly?

Original:
Of the more than 1000 bicycling deaths each year, three-fourths are caused by head injuries. Half of those killed are school-age children. One study concluded that wearing a bike helmet can reduce the risk of head injury by 85 percent. In an accident, a bike helmet absorbs the shock and cushions the head. From "Bike Helmets: Unused Lifesavers," Consumer Reports

Mine:
The value of bicycle of bicycle helmets: A study regarding helmet usage determined wearing a helmet reduces the risk of head injuries by 85 percent. Helmet usage is most prevalent for children, considering that half of bicycle related head injuries involve children. The study concluded that three fourths, of the more than 1000 related bicycle deaths yearly, resulted from head injury. (Consumer Reports, Bike helmets).

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It's not bad, although you are saying things in your paraphrasing that are not in the original paragraph. For example, your sentence, "Helmet usage is most prevalent for children" which implies that helmets are most used by children (the definition of prevalent is "widely or commonly occurring"); there's nothing in the first paragraph that indicated most children wear helmets. I think you're meaning to say most "important" or most "necessary" for children; "prevalent" is the wrong word there.
And you can take out the two commas in the last sentence. They are unnecessary.

Honestly, paraphrasing usually entails shortening and tightening up something but, in your case, the paragraph is longer.

You could say "Helmet usage is most important for children, who account for half of bicycle-related fatalities." That makes it a little shorter and, actually, more accurate as the first paragraph refers to "fatalities" in children and not "injuries" as you have it.
Make sure when you are paraphrasing that you are not changing the facts as well.

can you paraphrase this texts ?

Jana

3.Of the more than 1000 bicycling deaths each year, three-fourths are caused by head injuries. Half of those killed are school-age children. One study concluded that wearing a bike helmet can reduce the risk of head injury by 85 percent. In an accident, a bike helmet absorbs the shock and cushions the head. From "Bike Helmets: Unused Lifesavers," Consumer Reports (May 1990): 348.
4.Matisse is the best painter ever at putting the viewer at the scene. He's the most realistic of all modern artists, if you admit the feel of the breeze as necessary to a landscape and the smell of oranges as essential to a still life. "The Casbah Gate" depicts the well-known gateway Bab el Aassa, which pierces the southern wall of the city near the sultan's palace. With scrubby coats of ivory, aqua, blue, and rose delicately fenced by the liveliest gray outline in art history, Matisse gets the essence of a Tangier afternoon, including the subtle presence of the bowaab, the sentry who sits and surveys those who pass through the gate. From Peter Plagens, "Bright Lights." Newsweek (26 March 1990): 50.
5.While the Sears Tower is arguably the greatest achievement in skyscraper engineering so far, it's unlikely that architects and engineers have abandoned the quest for the world's tallest building. The question is: Just how high can a building go? Structural engineer William LeMessurier has designed a skyscraper nearly one-half mile high, twice as tall as the Sears Tower. And architect Robert Sobel claims that existing technology could produce a 500-story building. From Ron Bachman, "Reaching for the Sky." Dial (May 1990): 15.

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3. Head injuries account for 75 percent of all bicycling deaths and half of the 1000 fatalities are school-age children. One study concluded that a bike helmet can cushion the head and absorb shock, thereby reducing head injuries by 85 percent. From "Bike Helmets: Unused Lifesavers," Consumer Reports (May 1990): 348.

4. Matisse was an expressive painter, capable of effectively placing the viewer in the midst of his scenes. As a realistic modern artist, Matisse seemed to incorporate the feel of the breeze and the smell of oranges into his still life. "The Casbah Gate" depicts the well-known southern gateway Bab el Aassa, near the sultan's palace. Matisse captured the essence of an afternoon in Tangier by his subtle use of color set against perhaps liveliest gray outline in art history. Even the bowaab, or sentry, surveys all who pass through the gate and all who view the painting. From Peter Plagens, "Bright Lights." Newsweek (26 March 1990): 50.

5. When the Sears Tower was completed it was considered the greatest example of skyscraper engineering. Architects and engineers still dream of designing the world's tallest building, but just how high can a building go? Structural engineer William LeMessurier has already designed a skyscraper nearly one-half mile high, or twice as tall as the Sears Tower. Another architect, Robert Sobel, claims that existing technology could produce a 500-story building. From Ron Bachman, "Reaching for the Sky." Dial (May 1990): 15.

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any ways to prevent criminals using motorbikes?

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kanemochis

assassins, robbers, thieves, etc are using this for quick mobility, can get away thru the heaviest traffic jams with ease. Worst, they are hard to be identified since most used full covered helmets. Haha,just like the movie "catch me if you can". Let's think of ways to prevent this.
tahini..what if they used jamming devices, GPS will be worthless.
police visibility and more lights? they do it even on broad daylight....when the cat is out...the mouse begins to play....

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You are right, motorbikes are hellishly hard to pursue or track, and nobody ever knows who drove it. I guess the solution would be make them a lot harder to steal by fitting various anti-theft devices, and if you're talking about tackling a societal problem, it may be on insurance companies to introduce premiums of such intimidating steepness that only the fitting of those anti-theft devices has any hope of lowering the premiums, then people would do it. With that in place, you'd be cracking down on criminals using stolen bikes. The next thing would be a recognition system for motorbikes. If you take their license plate off, nobody knows anything about the darn thing. What it needs is some kind of magnetic imprint on all parts, like a DNA, which has a serial number attributed to it and which can be read by surveillance satellites. That, I think, may be the future for a lot of things, including convicts, VIPs, kids, pets, credit cards, etc. I haven't read that anywhere, I just made that up. But I think it's pretty common-sense. Let another decade pass with horrific terrorits acts, and the world will be gagging for this kind of stifling security technology, I can totally see it happening.

What is the Most Creative Way You Would Kill Yourself?

Lilium

I would jump into a tiger enclosure and hug them.

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I had a fascination with not leaving a body behind once and decided that paddling out on the ocean on a board with a shotgun into waters I know sharks inhabit was the most effective way. In terms of spectacle or discussion it kind of doesn't leave much opportunity though.
I once had the idea of a hand grenade taped to the back of a motorbike helmet and tying the loosened pin to long length of rope & the other end to something secure so you just ride off not knowing exactly when the pin was pulled, but grenades are kinda hard to get your hands on. And taping a gun to a helmet to do the same function would be too uncertain.
For display purposes there's always arcing a ginormous current through your body using a large piece of aluminium front and back with wires taken from appliances attached & thrown over two high-voltage wires or overhead train power lines. Not much chance of revival there.
But lately I'm leaning toward getting an industrial-size box of cardiac medication, i.e. nitroglycerin, and filling my stomach with that and my car with containers of pool chlorine and fuel fumes (once I'm out on the open highway) and timing it so that I can aim at a decent size tree before asphyxiating.
If you've ever seen the old Coke add with all the people in the big ball rolling down the hill, that's just a goldmine of suicidal glory. Imagine climbing inside that baby & pumping it full of helium - open the taps, climb inside with your gaffer tape & seal it up & wait for the resultant traffic chaos as your body enshrined in a clear plastic bubble drifts overhead... Nice.

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hey im about to buy my first sport bike and have some questions.?

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kyle l

i have never rode one before so i need to learn first of course. what is the best way for me to prepare myself to ride a fast street bike? im looking to get a 600cc bike for my first one such as a r6 or cbr600. any advice will be apreciated. thnx.

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I do agree with what others have said - starting out on a newer 600 isn't the best of ideas. Everybody recommends starting out on a 250 or a 500, and I agree. Are you going to listen to us? Probably not. But instead of trying to scare you away and not offering any actual advice, this is what you need to know the most - SELF CONTROL.

People tend to generalize the 500cc and smaller machines as these safe little bikes that you aren't going to have any problems with. Let's face facts. While a 600 can get you into trouble quicker, i.e. obtain faster speeds, truth is if you don't have respect for the throttle and don't ride within your abilities, you're going to kill yourself just as easily on a 250 compared to a 600.

First and foremost take a MSF course. Even if you teach yourself to ride, take it anyway. You will learn a lot no matter what and improve your riding skills.

Secondly, don't buy new. There is a very likely chance you will drop your bike during the first year of riding. Get something that is reliable, but if it doesn't look 100% perfect suck up your ego and get over it. You go and drop a brand new R6 you'll be crying like a girl. Bikes retain their value well, so if you trade up the following year you won't be out much money. Even if you are, it will be well worth it for that year of riding you did. You can find used CBRs, FZRs, Gixxers and Ninjas for a good price. The biggest factor should be the comfort of the bike. If the controls aren't in places you can easily get to, then it's not the bike for you.

If you don't have a friend that can help teach you, then this is about all the advice I can offer (going by the way MSF will teach you). Start off walking the bike by standing beside it (on the left hand side). Get used to the weight and being able to keep the bike upright. Sit on the bike with the stand down and play with the controls. Get used to where everything is at. Next, start out going in a straight line only in first gear. Don't even try to start shifting yet. Go back and forth on an empty street or parking lot several times until you feel ok with the throttle. 1st gear can be a little herky-jerky. If you're feeling ok, then try getting it up into 2nd gear. Focus on shifting smoothly. Repeat and repeat until you are good at. Then try going up to the 3rd.

Before you try and make your way up to beyond 3rd gear, start focusing on emergency braking. Get some speed up (like 20 mph) then pick a spot where you want to try and stop. Brake smoothly and under control. It's easy to lock the rear tire up if you mash the pedal down and that's a big no-no. Practice and practice and practice this. Don't grab a ton of brake on the first try. Just keep doing it until you get better. Then you can try doing some basic swerves, but don't EVER swerve and brake at the same time.

I taught myself on my FZR, so it's not impossible. Looking back, yeah, I should have started out on a 500 or smaller but it was all I could afford at the time. The biggest thing to keeping you safe is self control. If you don't have any, then you shouldn't be on the road anyway to be honest. Invest in some gear as well - helmet, gloves, jacket, etc. Check out newenough.com for some good deals.

Good luck.

Beginner Motorcycle Rider 15 yrs old 5'8" getting license soon what bike?

J.R.

What bike should i get i might be gettin a Yamaha FZ-6, i want a R-6. theyre pretty much the same just different aero pakages. What bike should i get i want the crotch rocket look, sound. i dont really care bout speed as of right now because im just startin out. Pleaze help. thnx.

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My advice is as follows: don't even look at bikes 'til you're 18.
First off, you really should have a few years and a few thousand miles under your belt as a licensed driver so you can get used to the idiots on the road. A bike isn't like a car: someone else screws up and there won't be a fender-bender, you'll be dead. Bikes are dangerous because there is no metal cage around you, there are no airbags, and there is no seat belt, the only protection you'll have is a helmet and any training and experience.
Second, the insurance will be insane no matter what bike you end up with, if you can even get insurance at all.

When you have a few years of experience, take a MSF course. I highly reccomend the HD "Rider's Edge" MSF cert courses seeing as they have smaller class sizes and newer bikes. You'll pay about $100-300 or so, but it'll be worth every penny. Once you complete your course and get your license, it'll be time for your first bike. Do not, I repeat, do NOT get a super sport. Anything geared for the track and/or an engine over 600cc is pretty much a death sentence to an inexperienced rider. They are great bikes and they'll do whatever you tell them, even of you didn't mean it. Blip the throttle too much and they'll wheel stand. Grab a hand full of brake lever and expect an endo.
Start out with something smaller, say, in the 250-500 range. Something with 50whp or less. Now, this won't prohibit you from getting a sport bike or a sport tourer - something with a full fairing and aggressive looks without the aggressive control and power. The good beginner sports include:
Kawasaki Ninja 250R/ ZZR250
Kawasaki Ninja 500R
Suzuki GS500E/GS500F
Buell Blast 500
and if they are legal in your state
Aprilia RS50 and RS125
I personally started on the Ninja 250R and I absolutely love the bike. I still have it even, though most bikers upgrade within a year.

edit: in response to the post below mine.
The AMA (as in AMA Superbike), the MotoGP league, and MSF recommend a small displacement first bike. AMA goes so far as to specify the Buell Blast and Ninja 250. MotoGP practically requires small displacement experience.

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I have a few questions about mountain bike helmets.?

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chance

I recently got back in mountain biking and its about time i start wearing a helmet before something bad happens.I like the looks of the skateboarding style of helmet,and im not thrilled with the looks of the regular mountain bike helmets,do people ever wear the skating helmets on mountain bikes? I realize the looks are not whats important but if i dont like the way it looks i probably wont end up wearing it.I am not doing much extreme stuff on the bike so i dont need a full face helmet. can anyone suggest a helmet or any info to help me out, thanks a lot

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there lots of mountain bike helmets that look like skate helmets and as far as safety goes all helmets have to do the same cores so if some one tells you a $300 dollar helmets safer the the $50 dollar one they don't know what there talking about. my Buddy works for Bell and has for 6 years what you pay for is style ,fit,air dams ,waight ext a . so go get what you want to wear man a helmets better then no helmet just make sure you get a good fit or it might do you no good when it comes time to put it to the test.Giro or bell maybe 661 there good places to start looking. good luck have fun and be safe..

where can i purchase a Stolen Bmx sinner bike?

Q. stolen bmx sinner bike , purchase online

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http://www.rscycles.co.uk/stolen-sinner-2010-bmx-bike--stolen-2010-4121-p.asp

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?PartnerID=79&ModelID=54794

http://activesport.co.uk/shop/article_Sinner.002/Stolen-Sinner-2010-BMX-Bike-FREE-661-HELMET.html?pse=coa

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What to use for a 14wk baby and 2 yr old in a bike trailer? Helmets too big and car seat won't fit!?

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Aimee

I have a bike trailer for my two babies but I don't know how is best to keep my 14week old safest. A helmet won't fit until at least 18 months and her car seat won't fit in with my 2 year old as well :0( Don't want to be stuck in a stuffy, hot car all summer so would really like to keep fit and take them out on the bike! Help!! Thanks in advance :0)

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The infant in the car seat cannot ride with the toddler -- so just get a bicycle child seat http://www.amazon.com/Bell-Classic-Bicycle-Child-Carrier/dp/B000ISXSSA for the toddler -- kid will be much happier being up there behind you and watching around the road. Also should be available at Target, locally.

what exactly do i need to get a motorcycle license in california?

ilyilyike

i am an 18 year old male in California wanting to get a motorcycle license. i know how to drive a motorcycle and i have a regular class c (regular car) license. i was wondering if i needed anything special before taking the written and driving portion of the exam like driving lessons or such...

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You'll need to get a Motorcycle Learner's Permit first. Your current Class C license will suffice to prove your identity on the permit application. You'll be issued a licensce after you've held the Learner's Permit for at least six months and passed the California Motorcyclist Safety Program training course (the Basic RiderCourse) administered by the California Highway Patrol, and been issued a completion certificate. If you wait until you're over 21, you can take a motorcycle driving test in lieu of the Motorcyclist Safety Program training course.

As far as actually learning to ride goes, you should be proficient on a bicycle before attempting to ride a motorcycle. Starting out with a low-powered machine, such as a 125cc-150cc motor scooter, it is entirely possible to teach oneself to ride a motorcycle. Always wear a helmet with face shield, leather gloves, sturdy leather shoes or boots, and sturdy, abrasion-resistant clothing (leather, Cordura nylon, or similar). Remember, the first year is usually the most dangerous for novice motorcyclists.

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