Being a teenager back in the 70's and early 80's meant that your first form of transport at the age of 16 was probably one of the many mopeds on the market. Bikes like the Yamaha FS1E, Suzuki's AP50, Garelli's Tigercross,Fantic Caballero and the 4 stroke Honda SS50 to name but a few. With a top speed of around 50 MPH these little bikes opened up

Above almost all else, motorcycle frames shape the overall look and feel of your custom chopper. If you're mulling over the idea of building your own custom chopper from scratch or from a custom bike kit, motorcycle frames are the piece around which you'll want to build your design concept. There are several styles of motorcycle frames to conside

ATV wheels have the same characteristic: defined threads, durable tear and snag resistant tire material and large balloon like construction. Definitely the most ingenious aspect of ATV is in its wheels, no arguments. ATVs defining factor is the ATV wheels, making it possible for ATVs to travel and work even in the absence of roads. All ATV wh

With bike week just around the corner, bikers from all over the country are pulling their motorcycles out of winter storage and cleaning up their leathers in anticipation of a motorcycle rally like no other. While Daytona is definitely the place to be the week of March 5th, Florida offers some great stretches of road through pristine landscapes to

Not being able to walk about for long periods does not mean you can't get out and see the world. Being injured, disabled, or when recovering from an accident, a scooter is going to give you the best mobility options, better than a wheel chair. A scooter is a small three or four-wheeled electric cart. You can fold it up and go, or you can dismantle

Great Britain is experiencing a considerable traffic congestion problem. The Department for Transport published a bulletin on various road statistics. The numbers show that the problem is not only currently present, but it is increasing at a rather exponential rate. Between the years of 2005 and 2006, it is estimated that the level of traffic in

When you start the sport of motorcycling, one of the most important pieces of safety gear is your helmet. Your helmet is the only thing between you and the pavement, a tree, or any other object, be it moving or stationary, and with the proper helmet, you have a good chance of coming out of an accident alive. The Four Basic Types Of Helmets Th

If you own a motorcycle you might want to dress in black leather everyday others just like to dress as they want. The true Harley Davidson rider will know what to wear and ride, from clothes to accessories, you can buy everything at the dealership or online. The Black leather jacket is the first thing you should buy when it comes to riding. Harl

There's nothing like the feeling you get when you're on your favorite road with a familiar bike. You flow through corners as if on a rail, senses peaked, adrenaline raging uncontrollably throughout your body. When it's done right, it's almost as though everything is moving in slow motion. You've done it dozens of times before; coming into the c

Tune-ups don't require ignition coil replacements. Sometimes you need to replace the spark plug caps on the ends of the wires, though. The resistance value should be around 5K ohms. Honda Tune up kits generally has plugs, points and condensers in them, as a set. The number of miles you have on the bike engine and the overall care it has had makes a

Today's biker is looking for classic styling, high performance and unmatched quality--from their boots and their bikes. So what should you look for when buying motorcycle boots? First you want Premium Oiled Leathers, the best leather available. This Black Odessa Leather is waxed and oiled to make the boot more water resistant. I prefer the Vibr

You love your motorcycle so much you would skip riding your friends new SUV because you just enjoy the cool brush of the breeze though your hair as you cruise through the road. But now it is winter and you cannot dare put it on the road because that will almost be suicidal. So, what motorcycle storage techniques should you use to make sure that it

Just because winter is right around the corner doesn't mean that you need to lock your bike in the garage. There are plenty of places where the sun is warm, the air is cool, and the scenery will take your breath away. Winter provides the perfect excuse to get out of your local environment and take your chopper on new and exciting adventures. In

Everyone likes getting a great deal, but when it comes to motorcycle helmets, saving a few dollars shouldn't be more important than ensuring the purchase is a sound one. Safety helmets for motorcycle users are the law in many states, optional in others. Discount motorcycle helmets are a good option for those that need to save cash, but it's importa

Ready to ride an electric scooter? Perhaps you've already tried it and are ready to buy one. Or maybe you've never ridden one but have received an electric scooter as a gift and must now learn how. In either case, you need to learn how to operate an electric scooter safely and responsibly. You don't want to take your scooter out until you know what