I quit riding years ago when within 15 minutes I was almost run down by 2 non-attentive motorists. My wife was pregnant at the time and I didn't want her to be alone. Just this year my buddy and flight instructor was killed riding his Harley. A super intelligent and careful guy. I miss him so much.
I loved riding a bike, just be aware of the risks. A minor fender bender is a lethal accident on a bike.
Wearing a helmet is smart. We use to call people that rode without a helmet, "Organ Donors".I don’t care what anyone says, always wear a helmet……saved my life.
Don't listen to @Axxe55. He doesn't know what he is talking aboutI'll also give you a heads-up and warning. Riding motorcycles can be just as addictive as shooting guns! People spend millions every year in modifying and accessorizing their bikes. And for many, just one bike isn't enough. There were times i had as many as four to six bikes that I would ride. And you don't need the most powerful fire-breathing bike to have a good time.
Some of my most fun bikes were my mid 1970's Honda CB550's.
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These are cheap and full of good info:
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He explains a great deal of how to ride safely. And remember this: ATGATT, which stand for All The Gear All The Time. If you're going to get on a street bike, make sure you have all the protective gear because you'll need it. Helmet, jacket, gloves, pants, boots. Because those people in cars will kill you if you let them.
Go to a motorcycle shop and try different helmets. It should slightly push on your face and be snug. In store will help a lot size wise though. They are all different.Quick question. How do you size a helmet? I’m going to start buying the gear soon and that’s when I realized I don’t know how to size a helmet. Would you recommend actual riding gloves or would mechanics gloves work just fine?
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Helmet sizes are based upon hat sizes. Leather riding gloves are best, but even the mechanics gloves are workable for riding. I have used them many times in the past myself.Quick question. How do you size a helmet? I’m going to start buying the gear soon and that’s when I realized I don’t know how to size a helmet. Would you recommend actual riding gloves or would mechanics gloves work just fine?
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Quick question. How do you size a helmet? I’m going to start buying the gear soon and that’s when I realized I don’t know how to size a helmet. Would you recommend actual riding gloves or would mechanics gloves work just fine?
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If you have a place like cycle gear close by, go try on a few helmets. If not, go by measuring. I've always tried before buying. Helmets don't all fit the same. I wear shoei because they fit well. Arai doesn't fit me well. Gloves....get riding gloves. They don't have to be Alpinestars.
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The best is to shop in person for a helmet, and trying them on to find the best fitting. Different brands like shoes, can fit differently than another brand. Many times I ordered my helmets, but I knew the size and brand I needed, and what fit me. I could get a better price online.Go to a motorcycle shop and try different helmets. It should slightly push on your face and be snug. In store will help a lot size wise though. They are all different.
Been there done that. That's why I no longer drive. Even a bug hitting your face at speed can take you down.Gear is meant to prevent damage to skin, head etc.
How much do you value these.