Motorcycles - September 2007

How much weight; i.e. two-up, can a 1996 harley davidson 1200 xlc safely hold? I saw a couple other answers that are not specific. Any specifics would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you kindly!

2007-09-16 13:23:09 · 3 answers · asked by webchiky 2

is it legal to ride a 90cc dirt bike on the side walk? what's the maximum cc? What's the least?

2007-09-16 13:04:01 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

When a SportBike is twice as cheap, and has at least quadruple the performance. Harleys seem like a waste of money.

2007-09-16 12:08:27 · 32 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a 81 virago that sat for about 9 years. I push the start button and the oil level light comes on and the engine doesn't turn over. (chkd oil, its o.k.) So I hook the power straight to the starter and if both spark plugs are in, it turns a litlle bit then stops. Once I let off the juice and try again, it's the same thing. Without plugs it turns over fine, and with one plug ( it's a 2 cylinder) it will turn over but sounds kinda rough. Whichever cylinder the one plug is in, it will turn over, as long as both cylinders don't have the plug in. What could be wrong, and how do I fix it?

2007-09-16 11:59:41 · 7 answers · asked by Hunter 3

The chain, when the bike isn't running, has a slack of just over an inch (up and down.) I'd like it tighten it in case it comes off on the road- just trying to be safe.
What is the optimal tightness and how do I achieve this?
any input is appreciated,
thanks

2007-09-16 11:11:57 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I just bought an '03 Buell Blast - I've never ridden a motorcycle before (I've a friend giving me informal lessons - yesterday we covered starting and wide steering). Just got out in my apartment complex's driveway and did laps, staying under 20mph, concentrating on steering and starting.

However, I'm still new to listening to a motorcycle's engine (and my Buell doesn't have a tach, just a speedo), and would like to know a general 'speed range' guide for each of the gears (I'll start trying to shift from 1st to 2nd next time I'm with my friend).

2007-09-16 10:38:18 · 8 answers · asked by Jay W 1

It's a 94 sportster, never had any problem with it. I got a new bike and this one sat. When we charged the battery and tried to start it, the engine sounded bad, and it wasn't getting any oil. How could this happen if when I parked it it was running fine? What do I need to do to fix this?

2007-09-16 10:20:27 · 8 answers · asked by cindy1323 6

can somebody tell me why people that ride Harley's never wave ?
Most people when passing another motorcycle in the opposite direction will wave as a sign of good day ride safe or whatever no matter what you ride except people on Harley's. I mean are they too good to be cool with everyone. Am I to believe that they all (harley riders) started on a harley.
Just curious.
Brady_128

2007-09-16 10:08:15 · 31 answers · asked by Anonymous

what my question is, what is the procedure i should follow. i am gonna use a spray paint high temp engine dupont low gloss black paint. the procedure that i am wondering about is: sanding the frame nad then applying. shouldi sand then apply then sand again and then apply again? i have never done something like this so any help from bike painters etc would be very helpful!!

2007-09-16 09:56:45 · 4 answers · asked by ap0258x 2

it dosnt snow here on the panhandle but it does get cold around 30-40s at night and 70-60 in the day.......but i just got my first bike and i was wondering how would it be to ride in that ....also how to properly start and store a bike in the weather

2007-09-16 09:31:36 · 6 answers · asked by Camron R 1

2007-09-16 07:25:30 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

It would be outside of school until school finishes (8-3) and the temperature would be about 45 to -10 degrees (darn minnesota winters!!)

2007-09-16 07:25:11 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a 83 yamaha maxim. recently it stopped starting. now it starts everytime, but won't idle properly. it revs up to 3000 and holds there. if i try to put it in first, it cuts off. and won't even let me shift between gears.

2007-09-16 07:08:53 · 5 answers · asked by sh0cker2679 1

Am really confused as to which one to pick. Currently I own a Splendour...planning to sell that off and get a new one. Please help.

2007-09-16 05:31:04 · 8 answers · asked by Venky 1

Lightweight yet powerful 250cc 2-stroke road motorcycles such as the suzuki RGV250, Honda NSR250, Aprilia RS250 or Yamaha TZR250 aren't made anymore? Can someone tell me why this is? Is it something to do with emission laws? Is there technology available to make small capacity two-stroke motorcycle engines burn cleaner, or is it too expensive at present?

2007-09-16 02:28:34 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-16 02:28:17 · 9 answers · asked by simisabu v 1

is it anygood

2007-09-16 00:51:11 · 8 answers · asked by sparky 1

Just brought a new 2007 Ninja 250, the engine oil level was fine when they delivered it. After riding it at low speed (15 mph, still learning) for about 20 mile, i noticed the engine oil is completed gone from the little glass window thing. So i brought some Castrol 10W-40 and added about 1.25 qt, the level was fine. Just rode the thing for maybe another 30 mile and the oil level is below min line again. There's no leakage from what I can tell, is this normal? Does a new bike just soke up engine oil?

2007-09-15 23:27:01 · 8 answers · asked by jamezz52637 1

2007-09-15 22:58:03 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-15 22:32:41 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-15 20:23:46 · 6 answers · asked by John 2

I just got this new electric mini bike it is called a pukka anyways I tried to look up the laws but I could not find it. Please help.

2007-09-15 18:07:49 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

thanks

2007-09-15 15:52:36 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

I had the front wheel off today and the bearing is completely frozen. It was stiff before and now won't move at all.

The thing is that I can't feel the stiff bearing at all when riding the bike. Is it safe to ride the bike (gsxr 750) for 2-3 weeks with the bearings in this kind of shape?

2007-09-15 14:56:44 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I was seriously thinking about buying a Harley-Davidson XL883C Sportster, but i looked at the Honda website today and saw a slightly less powerful Honda Shadow Spirit 750 (VT750C2) for over $1000 less money.

I love the nostalgia of Harley's, and i really couldn't picture anything else, but i am a college student, and i need to save money (not that i can't afford the Harley)

What i need to know, is it worth saving money to go with the Honda (which looks relatively similar to the Harley) or should i stay true to my first true desire. will i get and extra $1000 dollars worth of enjoyment from a Harley? Basically, which is more "Bike" for the money, and which is more respected and mutually accepted by the motorcycle community? (this is my first bike)

2007-09-15 14:27:54 · 41 answers · asked by Anonymous

I started dirtbiking 1.5 years ago and i want to move into 2strokes. Im 5.7 and im looking at getting a cr125r.(by the time i get it ill be taller). I have had no experience with 2strokes before and i need to know what to expect and how to get use to them. thanks for the help

2007-09-15 13:39:29 · 8 answers · asked by bmx1sgreat 1

2007-09-15 13:35:14 · 12 answers · asked by Matt C 3

I am looking for a scooter 50cc to 250cc for on and off road fun. I want it to have extra big fat wheels. I remember in the early 1990's a guy i knew had a scooter i dont remember the brand it could have been yamaha, honda, or suzuki any way the scooter had realy extra big fat wheels like the ones on ATV's maybe a little smaller it looked cool and fun to ride. Does any one know of a scooter with big fat wheels on it or do you have to do some kind of conversion to a scooter to put extra big fat wheels on. All i see on the internet from the regular scooter companies are scooters with small thin wheels. The honda rucus is the only scooter i find with wheels a little bigger but i dont like the way it looks.

2007-09-15 13:00:04 · 5 answers · asked by POWERBOOK 2

can you put a clutch on a weed wacker engine?

2007-09-15 12:37:23 · 5 answers · asked by curtie94 2

i forgot to switch my kill switch back to off postion when i took my keys out the bike . if i leave it switched over will it drain the battery ? " i mean the on postion when starting the bike and off to kill it ".

2007-09-15 12:35:50 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous