Motorcycles - May 2007

if harley davidson can make an engine that can go about 80mph/gal on a bike, why cant they build carsto do the same?

POSITIVE replies only thanks

2007-05-21 11:05:30 · 16 answers · asked by jamz 5

I am 6'6" and want to look into getting a starter bike. Are there any bikes that can accomodate my height? I am looking for something cheap because still being in high school i dont have a whole lot of money. If anyone has any suggestions at all or can help me out it would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

2007-05-21 10:55:49 · 7 answers · asked by Ryan 1

hi guys i got an RMX 250 (1991) and it keeps oiling the plug iv changed everything electrical from plug to eci unit stripped the bike changed fuel it still does it and it does not matter if its ticking over or you r thrashing it , its got me stumped completely any ideas would be greatly appreciated

2007-05-21 09:28:39 · 4 answers · asked by phatpheasant 1

2007-05-21 08:55:41 · 14 answers · asked by frognose20 2

I bought a bilke, never rode one before, but pretty sure I can figure it out, anyone else ever done this...successfully???

2007-05-21 07:32:59 · 18 answers · asked by Mike C 1

2007-05-21 07:21:14 · 19 answers · asked by kind1 4

2007-05-21 03:47:37 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

The bike won't start, but not because of the battery, which I just got late last year. I'm thinking maybe fuel line or carb. Need help like yesterday, with gas being what it is. To paraphrase Smokie Norful, "I need help NOW!!"

2007-05-21 02:38:26 · 5 answers · asked by J.R. 1

i need to know where i can find harley pictures to go on for my wallpaper?

2007-05-21 01:47:49 · 5 answers · asked by iamsassy_22002 1

2007-05-21 01:06:39 · 3 answers · asked by pratik 1

2007-05-20 20:49:04 · 15 answers · asked by lacoste 3

I have a motorcycle that I leave outside (no garage) and it is starting to rust. How can I remove it or how to just stop it from getting worse?

2007-05-20 17:34:58 · 5 answers · asked by Wabo man 3

Unfortunately, biking (especially sport bikes) is dominated by guys. Has anybody read stats in a magazine or somethere telling what percentage of riders are females? Ones that have their own bikes? Especially females under 30? There are a lot of Harley ladies out there, but not too many younger ones...

2007-05-20 17:03:18 · 12 answers · asked by Johnny 3

which bike do you guys think is better to ride and faster?
gsxr600 or yamaha r6

2007-05-20 16:58:39 · 15 answers · asked by dell 1

I am a completely inexperienced when it comes to motorcycles although I have been talking to alot of people who ride and I have been reading alot on the internet.

The one major issue that everyone disagrees on is the size of a good first bike. I have heard everything from "start as big as you can afford" to "start on the smallest thing that you can fit on". I have had opinions of goods starter bikes range from a 125cc Suzuki to a 1200cc Harley Davidson.

Ideally for a complete beginner what would be the best engine size to start on if all other things are equal? Without thinking about how I fit on the bike what bike is best for a compete beginner?

Of course I will take other things into consideration when buying a motorcycle, I just want to see what people think when it comes to engine size alone.

Thanks!

2007-05-20 16:28:30 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

My boyfriend is planning to get one.. but I'm afraid for his life! Isn't riding a motorcycle dangerous? He really really really.. wants one (haha) and I don't want to be a bad girlfriend and stop his dream of having one. So what should I do? Can you guys tell me what you think about motorcycles.. the pro and cons?

2007-05-20 15:30:43 · 28 answers · asked by *T* 1

it never wants to start. (but it does)
it never idles
it backfires often
it fouls the plug all the time
its leaking oil in the bottom end
it was bought off ebay
it doesn't run properly.

whats the matter?

2007-05-20 15:05:00 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-05-20 14:58:15 · 4 answers · asked by ntlightner 1

Can anyone tell me the best website or brand to buy Sunglasses for Motorcycle riding and Skydiving?

2007-05-20 14:44:01 · 4 answers · asked by Biker Bob 1

i found a 2005 verruci scooter (1300 miles for $400)
i want to know
what i need to look for so i dont buy a lemon...
50 cc engine still needs to be broken in i am told

2007-05-20 14:41:57 · 8 answers · asked by Thumper 1

i want to make valve caps for my bike and i dont wanna buy alll those buts and then find out they arent fine eni=ough to fit on my bike. are they fine enough or will they not fit?

2007-05-20 14:38:15 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

Up until last week I was using only unleaded 91 octane Premium (10% ethanol). Then I had a brainstorm. I usually pump 3.5 gals per fill-up. If figured, of that, at least a 1/2 gallon of it (left over in the common hose) was whatever grade the last person filled with (usually 87 regular). I switched over to using 87 (which, btw, the owner's manual recommends on a V-Star). I have not seen or felt any difference in performance, other then "perhaps" having to keep the choke open for 15 or 20 secs longer when starting a cold engine.

I had the carbs rejetted when 91 octane was in the tank.

If I plan to continue to use 87 Octane, do you think I need to adjust the needle settings?

2007-05-20 13:32:52 · 10 answers · asked by V-Starion 5

I was riding with some friends and they were going around corners that still have a fair amount of winter gravel on the street. I was slowing down in the corners and trying to catch up on the straights. I can not bring myself to carve a sharp fast corner unless the corner is clean. Am I being too cautious or should I just give it gas and hope it grabs?

2007-05-20 13:11:56 · 11 answers · asked by Molliemae 4

2007-05-20 12:01:14 · 14 answers · asked by Gary D 1

2007-05-20 11:44:55 · 2 answers · asked by Ben C 1

had a bad relay switch by battery, replaced it. now bike still won't start and if it does after it's ran it won't start at all for a couple of hours, the starter sometimes will spin, or half *** spin and other times turn but don't seem fast enough? the bike when cold will start if I put the charger on it and do a quick 35amp charge to it.

2007-05-20 09:22:05 · 2 answers · asked by im2ys4it 2

2007-05-20 09:15:38 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-05-20 08:56:43 · 1 answers · asked by STORMY K 3

I have have 1991 suzuki 4 wheeler. Its a 2 stroke. My problem is,
we have put a new carb on it and now its like it isnt even getting gas . The petcock is not even working so the fuel just flows in to the carb. It is acting like its not getting the gas. it starts and run for a few min, but dies out. The spark plug looks to be fine. Dose anybody have some help for me. Thankyou.

2007-05-20 08:18:51 · 4 answers · asked by kudabear99 1

2007-05-20 03:47:52 · 5 answers · asked by Jag . 1