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DOT Motorcycle Helmet vs. Novelty Helmet

Question: I just got back on a bike in August after 25 years and borrowed a helmet, German style. It looked cool. So I go online to buy one for myself and order a cool looking leather DOT rated helmet. When it arrives the thing looks like a giant mushroom on my head, my friend [...]

Motorcycle Question: Problems Making Turns

I received this question from a rider having problems turning: I’ve been riding for 2 seasons now. Loving it! My biggest problem that persists is turning. In most cases I am fine. I anticipate the turn, the speed of turn, and the traffic. etc.

High School Friend Killed on Motorcycle – Now She Wants to Buy One

A very close high school friend of mine was just killed by a drunk driver on her bike. Instead of shying away from riding this has made me want to ride even more. Can someone here please help…

Buy Motorcycle and Sell Car?

Is it a good idea to sell your car and purchase a motorcycle to save money? What are the advantages and disadvantages?

Does it make sense?

Here is part of an email from a beginning rider:

Question: Honda Magna good first motorcycle?

Question from a potential beginning motorcyclist: The guy down the road from me is selling his ’87 Honda Magna motorcycle — 4 cylinder, water cooled, shaft-drive, low seat, etc. 31,000 miles for $1,000. I am very sorely tempted to buy it! I’ve never owned, nor ridden a motorcycle, but I’ve always had a desire to [...]

Beginning Rider: Took MSF course – problems shifting smoothly

A beginning rider sent me this question: Hi, I just bought my first motorcycle today. Its a Kawasaki Ninja 500. I have taken the MSF course but I still have some problems shifting smoothly. Any advice for Josh?

Question: In over my head at 46?

Question from beginning rider… David, I came across your web site last year when I started riding. I am a beginner and just getting my feet wet. I have a 250 Kawaski Ninja. I do have a silly question though. I am new to this world of bikes and wonder if I have bitten off [...]

Motorcycle Safety Foundation training course – 3 tips

The Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) Training course is a must for beginning motorcycle riders. It combines classroom instructions with hands-on motorcycle training. For the basic MSF riding course, motorcycle ownership isn’t required. They provide the motorcycle (usually in the 250cc class) for the hands-on riding portion of the training. No worries, all riding is done [...]