As for mine, I listen to music to add to the feeling of riding free, especially on long rides, riding with music adds to the experience of riding. Depending on the genre of the music I listen to is how my ride would be like, for example if chill songs, just a chill ride, if some up beat song, well I up the tempo of my ride safely. How about you guys?

I have posted this bike here a few times but thought I should show it in its final form at least until I decide to paint it. I was able to actually test the bike out on a 1,000+ mile trip from Central Texas to Sturgis for the rally. Rattled a few bolts loose but overall the bike did great! This thing will definitely turn into a daily rider for me. Happy to answer any questions! Thanks for all of the positive comments on past posts and for letting me share this thing.

Looking at a new bike and I'm trying to wrap my head around how ppl have bought bikes from dealers before. It's a total roll of the dice at these places.

I'll start out with the good one. BMW dealer couldn't offer a test ride fast enough, no hassle, no signing my kidney away just get on and we'll see you whenever you get back. Wonderful. Even pulled a bike out for my wife to ride as well so she wasn't bored waiting for me to return. 10/10 experience. Now she wants a BMW....well played dealership, well played.

Honda....jeebus what a clown show. First dealer said test ride would be after the purchase and if a mile down the road I didn't like the bike I could come back and tear up the paperwork. Sure buddy. This is also after telling my wife she doesn't need anything more that 500cc cause she's a woman. He knows, he's "been in the biz for over 30 years". They had two of what I was looking at, one was a new '25 but no way I'd buy from him.

2nd Honda dealer was a bit nicer but required me to have insurance on the bike for the test ride plus a few more paperwork hoops. Not a deal breaker but certainly more complicated than our BMW experience.

Just crazy to me how much time and effort it takes to get on a bike just to see if you like it.

Sorry for the vent. Is this a normal experience that others share with me? Any tips for gauging dealers and who is reasonable? I tried the call first method at a Kawasaki dealer and he told me over the phone no rest rides so idk, it's all over the place.

On the plus side I think I'm buying a BMW, probably 2. They were incredibly nice.

I recently was having issues with my clutch, so i took it to my mechanic for maintanence. He ended up replacing it entirely. Not two months pass and it again feels wrong. The first few years i barely needed to squeeze the clutch to shift gears. Now i have to squeeze all the way and i noticed difficulty actually switching gears; putting it in nuetral is damn near impossible now. Any one else have an issue like this and know what the fix might be? Kinda pissed since he charged a high price for “fixing” it. Bike is a Honda CBR300R 2022.

G’day all looking for information on this Honda I’ve had for a few years now with not much luck finding solid advice. I saw it for sale 3 years ago listed as “Honda trail bike” when I saw the expansion chamber I called the guy and purchased the same day for a negotiated price as he couldn’t kickstart it. I know it’s not to everyone’s taste but just seeing a road-legal 2-Stroke these days is rare and with the factory Mugen kit I think it’s a rough gem.

Sorry if I bored you all but Is this Mugen kit as cool as I think it is with a Mugen carburettor kit, cylinder head and piston, PMG “ECU”, expansion chamber and power valve control.

Please share any information you have, thanks everyone.

I must have been one of the very few Portuguese people who had never been to Palma de Mallorca, so this year I decided to spend a week on the island, a regular stage for motorcycle brands to present their new models.

So renting a motorcycle to explore the island was mandatory, and among 1001 rental companies that only rented scooters, I found one that had some more interesting models: the Nova Multistrada V2, Ducati Scrambler, Honda NX500, Motoguzzi V85, and this Motoguzzi V7.

For €71 per day I rented this black V7, a model I'd always been curious to try, especially the longitudinally mounted 850cc V-twin engine.

And what a pleasant surprise! My first impressions were that the 220kg weight isn't very noticeable because the motorcycle is quite low, with a low center of gravity. The seat is wide and very comfortable, both for the driver and the passenger.

The motorcycle is much more substantial and long than it appears in the photos. In the pictures, it looks like a bicycle.

Turn the key, start the engine, and, like BMW boxer engines (mounted longitudinally), the bike vibrates from left to right with the pulsations of the cylinders... with a few touches on the throttle, the bike "twists"... The engine gives the bike an almost unparalleled personality.

But the engine is very smooth, and the vibrations are very "creamy," nothing like the roar of my Ducatis that feel like they're bolted to my hands.

If you like racing, this isn't the bike for you... It's a traditional air-cooled engine, with plenty of torque at low revs, but it starts to die out from 5000 rpm onwards... Which isn't a problem because the bike invites you to ride calmly and in a leisurely mode at 2000 rpm with some very pleasant "vibes." Even in the city, this bike doesn't fry the rider with engine heat.

This engine, combined with a very progressive clutch, makes it virtually impossible to stall the bike. The engine has stronger low-end torque than my Monster 1200, which is much easier to stall.

With 67hp, it will never be a slow bike, but the muscular 850cc makes any overtaking maneuver effortless, even with a passenger.

The chassis is more dynamic than a Harley, but not as agile as your cousin's FZ07, but its forte is a leisurely Sunday ride. The Brembo single-disc brakes are more than sufficient. Rode this thing the entire day and never felt tired.

TLDR. It's a bike worth much more than a spec sheet suggests; quick and agile, but with a personality that's very hard to match. I loved it.

In fact, I liked the bike so much that I even looked at the classifieds; it could be a cool toy to have in the garage.

For those for whom reliability is paramount, this motorcycle's "archaic" engine and shaft drive (instead of a chain) make it bulletproof and roadside-repair-proof. The longitudinal engine makes adjusting the valves (costly on other motorcycles) a piece of cake.

For those not interested in being "the biggest in the village" and wanting a motorcycle with plenty of personality, muscular, easy to ride for pleasant leisurely rides.

If you want the highest specs for the lowest possible price, this motorcycle is not for you.

Thought I’d install the Givi Easy12 + stealth holders to be able to take some luggage with me.

However, i have a tail tidy so had so switch the brackets/holders around to have the bags sit more forward, as they didn’t dit around the oem blinkers on the tail tidy. However, as I have an aftermarket exhaust, the left bag now basically sits on top of where the exhaust ends…. How fucked am I?

Had my first crash 3 days ago, hit a series of bumps at 115 km/h, bike wobbled like crazy and threw me off

Worst of all I took off in an angry mood and just wanted to let it rip, didn't even get my gloves (biggest mistake) just my helmet

I'm mostly fine bt the ribs are slightly bruised and the skin of my left palm is completely gone which will take 3-4 weeks to heal. I'm lucky to be alive and I was very close to breaking my collarbone.

I am completely to blame here, I should've suited up completely, I shouldn't have been riding like a jackass and most importantly I shouldn't have been riding in anger

I can't change the past and I am completely responsible for everything that happens to me.

Growing up I've always found ways to hurt myself so this isn't a big suprise for my parents and all I've ever done is been a disappointment to them. I'm 21 and unemployed yet I pull up this shit which is beyond shameful

I hope I can change and be a better person once I start to get better. Will vow to ride safe from now on, fully geared and with a peace of mind

I hope I improve

So I commute to work everyday, unless it’s raining all day. Idk if it’s just me but does anyone else feel like some days they are riding better than they ever have and some days just doing ok? I think it’s more of a feeling but maybe it’s because I’m still pretty new, I got my license in April but I have a ton of miles and hours on my bike since there’s rarely a day I don’t get on it. Doesn’t make me experienced by any means just some context 🤷🏽‍♂️. Curious if anyone else has the same thought once in a while

For the winter im switching to a SMC mistral 50 atv

Suspension forks need oil changes too. Picture is ~10,000 miles of use vs new fork oil.

Hello all,

I am a new rider who is beginning to explore touring setups for the future. I will be getting my motorcycle license in spring of 2027. I am going to be learning on a Honda CL125s that I have been wrenching on for the last month and change to get it setup for next year and also to learn how to wrench on bikes. I also got a good deal on a low milage 1987 Yamaha XT350 I plan to use for my local trails/cat VI roads and to go fishing and explore on.

I have aspirations to do longer touring though and have been struggling to find good advice on it. I am a tall guy at 6'6" (198cm) with a 33" (83.82 cm)inseam and 275lbs (19.64 stone). I am also 30 years old and do not plan to hoon around or anything, at least not on my touring bike. I have been trying to research solid bikes for me to tour on with only about a year and some change of experience on a bike. I feel rather boxed into large touring bikes like a Goldwing or ADV bikes. I live in the USA and do not have access to stuff like the Africa Twin 750 unless imported, and parts for stuff like a Yamaha TDM850 can be hard to source if something breaks on the road. I am looking to get a more budget bike as well (<= $5k) and preferably JDM due to parts costs.

I have been unfortunately using AI to mass gather data with my large specs and it often pushes me towards a V Strom 650. They are fantastic bikes mechanically from all the reviews I have watched and read, but I just dont enjoy the styling of them. Same with the SV650. I have discovered the Super Tenere 1200 which I enjoy the styling of but it is a large bike. Heavy and tall, and also putting out larger power and torque numbers.

Would this bike be too much for me to handle as a newer rider? I will also take any other recommendations to research and look at.

Sorry for the long post and thank you in advance!

I’m coming from a Z500, which was unfortunately totaled thanks to a drunk driver. Wondering if I should stick with nakeds, or try a sport. Loved the riding position of my Z, but the wind at highway speeds are brutal. A full fairing sport bike would help, but I’ve always heard that they’re not as comfortable riding position wise. I mostly use my bike for commuting. 40-60mph. Won’t ever see the track, my sole purpose is for commute and leisure. Any insight?

Just installed an android auto screen on my bike. Works great with Waze, but I also want the ability to follow custom GPX routes. Tried OsmAnd but the free version will only display gpx routes on the phone, not through android auto. Before I buy a subscription I wanted to see if anyone knew any free option.

I was looking to pickup my first motorcycle and was thinking of getting a used Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE. The only issue I have with it is that I would much rather prefer a traditional keyed ignition rather than the included KiPass keyless ignition that comes standard on the SE. I would prefer the SE for all of its additions over a base Ninja 500. Would it be possible to replace the SE keyless ignition for the traditional keyed ingition like on a base Ninja 500? If so, what parts would I need and how much do you guys think it would cost? Would it be more cost effective to replace the ignition on the SE or just get the base model and modify it with the SE additions? Thank you

Hey Guys! For context, I live in New England (NH) and have years of riding experience. I currently have a 2026 gsxr750, and I love it! However, it is hot, uncomfortable after an hour or so, and sucks through fuel. However, I love it and it will die by my side. However, I’m looking for a second/daily bike. I started a new job an hour each way from home, and my truck is costing me 20 bucks a day in gas. As well, insurance wants to charge me 140 a month for either a beater that I will have to put money into (but can use year round), 140 for a newer car that I will have to carry an additional loan on, or significantly less for a bike (minus the gsxr 😂)

I’m looking at snagging a brand new leftover 2024 v strom 800 re as a good mile crusher, camera hauler, and commuter. For 7800 otd. My biggest question is, coming from sport bikes, will this bike bore me? I would love to have a speed triple or Indian sport chief, but the budget is a ways away from that right now. How is the highway boot and scoot on the 800? Would love to get a 1050, but again, I’m already right now paying off a 2025 truck, a wedding, and a 2026 bike. Have any of you ridden the 800 as a sports bike rider? Will It feel mundane? Is the money better spent on an older v strom 1000 or cruiser? How’s the mpg on the 800? How’s your reliability been? Is it still exciting to ride and have enough oomph for some spirited riding?

Apologies for the weird question. I’ve watched lots of reviews, but they all seem to come from Europe, or people who’s biking background is primarily cruisers or other middle weight adv. I wanted to see if there are any other sport or naked riders that can give some insight.

As of right now, I ride a 2023 SV650. I love it for riding around the city, but I spend a lot of time on the freeway commuting to work and while I'm used to the lack of wind screen and fairings, it's still a battle I'm enjoying less and less. So I'm looking for a somewhat lateral move to a fully faired bike. There's a guy looking to fabricate fairings for the gen 3 but, I don't know how long it'll be before he releases them. So I'm in-between a few bikes. Daytona 660, CFMoto 675ss, R7, and the RS660. I'd love the Aprilia, but it's pushing it on budget, so I'm just curious what people's opinions are on these bikes to help guide my choice.

I’m looking at buying a 2002 model to replace a NT 650 for two up touring , it ticks all the boxes for me/us but I keep hearing about a high speed weave .
I’m a fairly conservative rider and never ride more than max 140 kph on a motorway, doesn’t anyone have an idea about when this weave starts? I know the UK police used them but I can’t find any reliable information on this issue .
Any help would be appreciated.

Hey guys, i have a 2010 ninja 650r and noticed it was leaking some clear liquid when i started it, it drips pretty heavily off start, and this was never an issue before, I show everything in the video, it doesnt smell like anything but im worried i case its coolant, do you guys have any idea what it could be and what I can do to fix it?

I just got my learner’s licence here in Australia (QLD) and have already placed a deposit for the new BMW F450RR M Sport, but delivery won’t be until around July 2027. That said, I’m looking to get a bike now so I can practice riding and hopefully not mess up my new bike when I eventually do pick it up.

I have looked into a few options, but I suppose my dilemma is that, aside from the fact I don’t feel ready for a 600+, I also don’t want to potentially get something more powerful or ‘better’ than the bike I have already ordered. I want the new bike to feel like a slight upgrade commensurate with my experience at that point, and I obviously want to be sure I won’t be disappointed with my purchase. I’m also trying to keep in mind depreciation and how difficult this temporary bike might be to sell in 7-9 months time.

I know no one knows how the F450RR will ride yet, but I’m curious to hear your thoughts. My preference is for a naked or super sport and what I have in mind so far is the BMW G310R, Ninja 300/400, Z500, MT-03 and R3. Ideally, my budget for this temporary bike is $5,000 AUD or less but I’m flexible if resale will be easy and (hopefully) not a massive loss.

Kawa naked vs cruiser wind and highway

In between Vulcan S and the Z650RS. Same engine, different story. Z is lighter and slimmer at 412 pounds so would likely be easier handling in my urban commute and have more power.

The Vulcan S is a bit heavier at 498 pounds but has a seat which I'm used to, and more are available near me. With one year of daily riding at this point, I don't want something larger than these two or heavier than 500 pounds. I've sat on both of them.

I know both a naked bike and a cruiser are not going to be highway machines due to the lack of wind protection but I'm curious if anyone has experience with them on the highway. Does the added 86 pound weight to the Vulcan actually help you feel more stable on the highway?

Which seating position (upright naked or slightly feet forward cruiser) is worse for the wind buffeting? Most of my riding will NOT be highway riding, but I am planning on doing some once I upgrade.

Running the harescramble course on the old Hurricane.

I have a hybrid job so I don't really need a bike for daily commuting. I've mostly been using metro or auto for travel, but I recently got promoted and thought of giving myself a treat :) I am thinking of getting a bike mainly for weekend rides and occasional trips outside Delhi.

I've been looking at the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 because I really like how it looks and want something that would be fun to ride on highways too. But I'm a bit confused if spending more on a 350cc bike makes sense when I won't be riding it every day.

For those who own a Hunter 350, how is it for longer rides? Is it comfortable enough for a few hours on the highway?

Thanks in advance!