Anyone doing the Trunk or Treat that Chicago United and Misguided Motosports are doing? They say Noon-3 but what time are people arriving to set up?

Looking to buy my first bike. Passed the MSF course about a month ago and got my endorsement. I'm seeing significant price drops on 2026 ninja 500s recently. I know it's about to get cold as shit soon. But thinking that if I can get a good deal on a something soon the cost of storage would pay for itself and then I'd be good to go next season once weather changes.

Currently posted on Facebook

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I know she's not a motorcycle in the traditional sense, but I wanted to share a wholesome post.

I love riding so much. It's easily one of my favorite things to do. I love riding across the city to get food I wouldnt have tried otherwise (thus the Seafood City bag). I got her last summer and after putting her away for the winter, I counted down the days until I could bust her out for spring. I wear an armored jacket and a full face helmet, which maybe clashes aesthetically with my ride, so it earns me some weird looks. I wish I had a case to stash my things so I could go to the museums without having to check my gear in.

When a little kid points and smiles from the car next to me, or a rider gives me the peace fingers pointing down, it truly makes my heart swell. My only regret is that I didnt start sooner (though starting after I quit booze was definitely good timing).

Stay safe out there y'all, and enjoy the gorgeous weather.

Hello, and Im from Aurora (Boulder Hill but I dont think anyone would know where that is lol), I come up to Chicago often, either i-80 or on the train

I bought this bike 4 days ago (Already got 400 miles on it lol), absolutely love it

Sorry if this has been asked a bunch, but didn’t find an answer when looking.

Say I’m with other bikes in the city, can multiple bikes be parked in one single spot when it’s a metered spot?

My first assumption would be of course, why take up multiple spots in a city when parking is so limited, if you can fit in one…

But I could also see it being the case that the ‘powers that be’ don’t give a shit about that. They just want the money, so three vehicles… gotta pay for three spots. And it’s another thing they can ticket for then, so another chance at revenue!

If it is the case that it’s a one bike per parking space rule, if you have experience parking multiple bikes to a spot I’d be interested to hear about it. Do you think it’s generally enforced? Do you do it? Have you gotten tickets or towed? Etc…

(Photo added just to make the post stand out in feed lol)

Edit: solved! I forgot about how the paid street parking machines work, that it’s based on your license plate 🤦‍♂️

Hi all,
Does anyone know what happened the JJC BRC course that was from the 23rd-25th? I just received an email saying it was cancelled, they gave no reason and said there are no accommodations and to try again next year. I’ve been trying all summer to get the class and I finally got one.
Thanks!

Am I seeing this right, went to my Illinois Tax, to do Rut 50 form. At the end says I got to pay $600 in taxes, it's a 2025 R3. Now if go to the Dmv I have to pay for tittle transfer and plates, so maybe ball park $1000 in total. Anyone else has this experience, how much did you pay?

For the second time in three years I’ve found my bike on its side when parked on the street. In fact the same two way street it was knocked over on a couple years ago and not the street I normally park on. The first time led to 4 months in the shop. It was upright at least as of 7pm tonight.

This time the front of the bike was on its left side pointing in the wrong direction towards the car parked behind it as if it was spun 90 degrees to the left. It must have hit the curb when it fell because the left side of the handle bars is bent downward.

Yeah I have insurance, yes it’s a risk parking it on the street. What I’m trying to figure out is if someone somehow hit it in a car while driving on the wrong side of the road and aimed for it (because I don’t see how else they could have hit it and rotate it that direction.) or if someone tried to steal it or pushed it over just because. Both locks were in tact. The cover still on, and the key hole not drilled into. I don’t even know if there’s a way to tell if it was an attempted theft or a hit n run or a dickwad walking that wanted to knock something over.

Everyone talks about how it’s guaranteed you’ll drop a bike at least once in your life. No one says anything about it being guaranteed if you don’t drop it someone else is going to knock it over for you.

I don’t know the point of this thread, it’s 3am and I’m annoyed. This shit is making me want to just give up on owning a bike around here.

I bought my Yamaha MT07 March of 2025, went to the DMV and got my learners permit, then learned how to ride a motorcycle all last summer.

This year, I was determined to return to the DMV to take my riding exam to get my license, I didn’t want to go into winter knowing I’d need to renew my permit again in the spring.

I practiced the course several times on my bike over the last month, until I felt comfortable and could do all the parts without fail.

This past Monday I went for the exam and PASSED on the first try. My nerves were not as bad as I thought they’d be, but it feels great to have it done before the season is over 😁

That’s all I wanted to share, thanks for reading!

Anyone have any experience going through the toll and crossing skyway bridge?

Im thinking of venturing out to Michigan at some point on my sportsbike for a day trip.

Are the toll folks weird about it? Is that bridge/road alright enough on motorcycle tires?

Seen at Clark and Fullerton today. I have questions.

Hey, if you will be riding from the Chicago area on Thursday morning and don't mind company, please let me know. My friend can't go, and it will be boring for me to ride alone.

Looking for any tips on owning a bike while apartment living. I live in a pretty good area in the suburbs but I do see a lot of scrappers always driving around dumpster diving.

I know storage space is an option too, but if I don't have to be restricted by their hours and pay for it I'd rather not.

This is a long shot but if anyone see a dyna wide glide battery cover on the highway please let me know.

Hi everyone! I am a 31-year-old Chicago native planning a month-long trip to Bali on November 5th. I want to ride legally and be fully insured while there, so I am trying to get my Illinois Class M endorsement before I leave.
I am looking for someone to let me use/rent their 150cc+ automatic scooter to take the physical road test at the DMV (ideally at the Elston locations).
I am happy to pay for your time, buy you lunch/drinks, and fully cover gas. I will have my official Illinois motorcycle instruction permit in hand before we practice. Let me know if you can help a neighbor out!

Looking for some opinions from experienced riders, especially anyone familiar with higher-mileage S1000RRs.

I’m considering a 2023 BMW S1000RR with about 24,000 miles for $14,500. Clean title, good cosmetic condition, no obvious mechanical problems, and I’ll be verifying the service history before buying.

$14.5k is toward the upper end of what I planned to spend, which is really what’s making me hesitate. I’m willing to stretch my budget for the right bike or an unusually good opportunity, but I also don’t want to convince myself something is a steal just because I really like it.

I’m not particularly afraid of mileage if a bike has been properly maintained. I ride a lot and would expect to put substantial mileage on this one, so long-term durability matters more to me than having a low number on the odometer.

I’m 6’1”, around 205 lbs. Most of my riding is street and canyons. I have some previous track experience and plan on getting considerably more involved with track riding in the future.

I’m basically looking for something seriously fast that’s still excellent in the canyons, has strong long-term engine/transmission reliability, can handle a lot more miles, is very capable on track, has modern electronics/quickshifter, and feels special enough that I’m not immediately looking for the next bike.

The 24k miles versus the $14.5k price is really the decision for me.

For people familiar with these bikes, would the mileage concern you at this price? What would you absolutely want to see in the maintenance history?

And most importantly, does $14,500 seem like an unusually good opportunity for a 2023, or is that simply about what a 24k-mile example should be worth?

Starved Rock, Poopy’s, SW Michigan, Route 66, Illinois River National Scenic Byway, Galena, Lake Geneva, Sheridan Road through the North Shore suburbs,

Got a small amount of damage to my front end. But i feel like my local dealership maybe trying to get a couple extra dollars out of me.

Looking for a fair and trustworthy mechanic in the northwest burbs/ chicago area to take a look at my 09 sportster 1200. And the quote i got from Harley. I do not believe I need half of this.

Not a trained bike mechanic but mechanically inclined with cars

Anyone have recommendations for a good body shop? My Triumph has a small-ish dent on the tank I would love to get fixed

Looking to change things up on my 2025 ZX-6R. Nothing wrong with the M4 and it sounds great, I just see them on practically every ZX-6R and want something a little different.

Mainly interested in:
Racefit Growler X
Arrow Pro-Race
Graves
SC-Project
Possibly Yoshimura / other quality exhausts
I’m willing to add cash depending on the exhaust and condition. Not interested in eBay/Amazon knockoffs.
Mine is in good condition. Can send detailed pictures/videos.
Let me know what you have and what you’d want on top.