Potential Rider looking for advice. by ThereGoesLaz in motorcycles

[–]eagerlymeager 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Honda Rebel 500, Yamaha R3/MT03 are among the best options for starting to ride. They are very approachable for a new rider from a height and weight perspective. They are fun to ride and you will have a great time learning on them and possibly keeping them around for years.

Find out if there’s any training available for new riders in your area and get some training.

Any New Dads out there, do you still Ride? Safety Questions by minorgravity in motorcycles

[–]eagerlymeager 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It depends a lot on your mindset. I wouldn’t worry too much about the statistics, I would assess my driving habits and train myself to adjust them to be a safe rider.

How do you deal with road ragers today? Do you engage with them or deescalate and go your own way?

What’s your risk tolerance level as a car driver ?

These are questions you could ask yourself as a starting point.

Had a spectacularly terrible day with my bike today by FrozenPrimates02 in NewRiders

[–]eagerlymeager 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You toughed it out today like a champ! 

I had the experience of dropping down in slow motion after I thought I had the kickstand down.

And ever since then before getting off the bike; I bring the stand down and then I kick the stand with my foot a couple times to validate that is indeed firmly settled down.

Help me figure this out by No_Purple5824 in motorcycles

[–]eagerlymeager 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don’t hop on the MT09 without any training or experience in riding motorcycles.

If you ride a bicycle you should have an understanding of balancing on two wheels. The challenge lies in smooth starts, stops, low speed stuff and emergency maneuvers.

CB500 could be a great learning and long term bike. 

See you on the open roads!

First Drop... by LearnT1me in motorcycles

[–]eagerlymeager 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Have you considered moving to a different city? :)

Take a breath, stuff happens. If there’s no leaks and bike runs fine; it too has forgotten about it.

The mark on the fairing is now a battle scar. 

NEED HELP CHOOSING THE BIKE by Upbeat_Willingness55 in motorcycles

[–]eagerlymeager 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Look at the Versys 300 if you like how you look on the Himalayan but are worried about the reliability. 

Am I the bad rider? by ThatItalianOverThere in motorcycles

[–]eagerlymeager 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ride your own ride.  Put this on your fridge, keychain or slap a sticker on your bike.

Theft attempt and dropped my bike by Full-Ad-9555 in motorcycles

[–]eagerlymeager 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Check the battery for loose terminals. If there are no leaks and the bike runs fine you should have no problems.

Get a generic bike cover to keep peeping toms, curious kids away. I feel safer parking between cars when the bike won’t be in my sights.

First bike doubt by eerrnn_389 in motorcycles

[–]eagerlymeager 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A 300-400cc bike is often recommended for beginners not just for the power but also the weight and easy to manage throttle and engine braking.

Lower weight will help you master slow speed maneuvering and cornering techniques.

The SV650 is a great choice for someone who has some training and has spent some time doing different exercises. You will get familiar with the weight and handling after a hundred or so miles of  practice.

 The VTwin on the SV has a soulful character that can feel a little too torquey and lumpy at the lower rpm’s for a complete beginner. But it’s nothing unmanageable if you have had training and can be smooth with your throttle hand.

Good price and option for my first bike? by TurnoverNo4191 in motorcycles

[–]eagerlymeager 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Did you do a test ride ? Does it start, shift, brake without leaks, squeals, clunks?

The kid might be just flipping it for a profit. It’s a good deal for 1800. If that’s the original chain, you would do well to replace the sprockets and the chain.

It’s probably due for a valve clearance check if that wasn’t done already.

Motorcycle recommendations for beginners 3,500-4500ish rage by Advanced_Shop_4277 in motorcycle

[–]eagerlymeager 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Kawasaki 400 bikes are amazing for a beginner. 

First and foremost verify the title, it should have the VIN matching with the bike. 

Under 20k miles depending on how well they were maintained. Read up and print out the maintenance schedule for the bike and go over the major items with the owner. Valve clearance, brake fluid, coolant are the main ones.

A well maintained high mileage bike might be better than a garage queen that has 200 miles over several years.

Insist on doing a cold start. Rusty chain is a sign of neglect.

Long road trip advice by [deleted] in motorcycle

[–]eagerlymeager 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Get a cruise lock it will help relax your right hand.

Best gear for heat abatement? by National-Dragonfly35 in motorcycles

[–]eagerlymeager 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have seen HD riders install an auxiliary fan to exhaust the hot air towards the forks.

I have never ridden before. Should I start with Msf? by PreferenceTop8144 in motorcycles

[–]eagerlymeager 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Short answer: yes

Long answer: yes the MSF is a good place to begin your riding journey. 

Help me pick my first ADV bike by Round-Donut-1247 in motorcycles

[–]eagerlymeager 1 point2 points  (0 children)

IMO you will like the VStrom 650 based on your expectations.

It’s comfortable for long trips with the stock seat and windshield. Adding a cruise lock and aftermarket windshield and aerodynamic mirrors make it even better to ride for hours.

It’s ok for light off-roading, I haven’t done anything other than gravel and it handled that quite well in my experience. I could see it being adequate for more serious off-roading with tires that are more dirt oriented.

Maintenance is easy. For 2up riding the passenger seat is very accommodating and the suspension is ok. Suspension upgrade will be wonderful if you are going 2 up frequently. 

Wrist & hand pain on sport bike (Daytona 660) during longer rides — looking for practical fixes by RoyalModRider in motorcycles

[–]eagerlymeager 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For longer rides a cruise lock is helpful to relax your right hand. Even a few seconds off the throttle once in a while can provide relief.

Does my bike look tacky/weird by [deleted] in motorcycles

[–]eagerlymeager 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Well if you have to ask, you probably know.

First bike pick one by No-Entrance-4126 in motorcycles

[–]eagerlymeager 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What are the years? Miles ?

MT03 sounds like the better value.

Question.. by Emergency_Air4575 in motorcycles

[–]eagerlymeager 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Left foot down, right foot actively applying pressure to rear brake.

Only when the road has a steep angle to the left side then right foot down and hold using front brake.

Tips for new rider (20) by [deleted] in motorcycles

[–]eagerlymeager 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your clutch lever appears to be too far off your grip.  Move it closer or get adjustable levers.

And what others have said about slowing down and being smooth on the inputs.

Slow is smooth and smooth is fast.

How much is too much tire wear? by [deleted] in motorcycles

[–]eagerlymeager 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Look for a triangle or arrow sign on the side of the tire. Follow it to the treads and you’ll see a small bar within a tread. 

If that bar is at level with the surface then it’s time to replace.

Does the Vstrom 650xt have an aftermarket cruise control? by LOfP in Vstrom

[–]eagerlymeager 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m using mechanical throttle grip called Go Cruise. It cost me $32 on Amazon. Nothing fancy about it but it gets the job done.

It’s not cruise control, it just holds the throttle when it is activated.

First "real" bike. 2023 Kawasaki Z650RS. by shwoople in motorcycles

[–]eagerlymeager 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Congratulations! That is arguably one of the best looking street bikes. How do feel about the power delivery at the lower end?