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When you purchase a motorcycle, chances are you are going to get the basic product with no additional customization unless you buy from a private seller who has already decked out their motorcycle with lots of extras.  There are hundreds of items that can be purchased to customize your ride just the way you like it.  The sky is the limit when it comes to motorcycle customization, you just have to pick and choose what you want based on your preferences and your budget.

The front fender of your motorcycle can be customized in a number of different ways.  It can be custom painted to look the way you want.  You can also purchase chrome trim to give it a little extra chrome flash.  The front rims can also be customized with chrome trim to match the front fender.

The headlights are one of the more important pieces of equipment on your motorcycle.  Nobody has ever said less light is better, so one option you have is adding more light units to your headlight system.  Headlight mount kits can be purchased for just about any motorcycle and can be easily attached to your motorcycle to add an extra light on either side of your original headlight.  This gives you twice the seeing power at night, and a little extra notice ability during the day which increases your safety level.  

When it comes to the engine there are a number of possibilities for customization.  You can purchase chrome rivets, caps, and covers for just about any part of the engine that you can see.  Instead of having the dull metal coloring that usually comes stock on bikes straight out of the factory, you can now add chrome covering to give it more flash and appeal.  The gas tank can also be custom painted to match the front fender if you had it painted.  For a little added convenience, you can throw on some highway bars to give your bike a little extra character.

If you’re not satisfied with the way the stock exhaust sounds on your motorcycle, then there is always the option of throwing on some custom exhaust to give your bike a better, louder sound and in most cases, a little more efficiency.  Since custom exhaust systems are typically lighter and tuned better than the stock factory exhaust systems that are installed, they often contribute to better gas mileage and fuel efficiency.  

There are a number of different options available for the back end of the motorcycle.  If you’re looking to add luggage space, you can install saddle bags of any size to fit your needs.  Saddlebags can be purchased in leather or in hard case, often fiberglass or plastic, to give it a more structured feel.  The hard saddlebags can be painted if you’ve got a certain color in mind.  You can also install a luggage rack on the back to provide more storage space if that is what you need.

When it comes to customizing your motorcycle there are hundreds of possibilities and if you have the resources to do so, you can customize just about every external part you can find to give your motorcycle that custom look and feel.

You can ride safer by following these quick tips on motorcycle safety:

1. Always assume that you and your motorcycle are totally invisible to other drivers.

2. Leave plenty of space in front and back and to the sides from all other vehicles.

3. Beware of motorists turning left in front of you at intersections.

4. Never drink or take drugs and try to ride a motorcycle.

5. Avoid riding at night, especially late Saturday night and early Sunday when drunken drivers may be on the road.

6. Beware of taking curves that you can’t see around. A parked truck or a patch of sand may be awaiting you.

7. Do not give in to road rage and try to ‘get even’ with another rider or motorist.

8. If someone is tailgating you, either speed up to open more space or pull over and let them pass.

9. Take a motorcycle safety course to learn what to look for to avoid accidents.

10. Wear protective clothing and a helmet.

There is no New York No-Fault insurance available to motorcycle riders. This means that in the event of injury in a motorcycle accident, private health insurance must pay the bills. If the rider wins a lawsuit, these bills must usually be paid back to the health insurance carrier. If there is no health insurance available, the issue of medical bills and paying for medical care becomes complicated, indeed. Consult an experienced accident and personal injury attorney.

As a lawyer and rider who has held a motorcycle license for many years, I have some definite thoughts on this topic. But I’d like you to “cram down” some statistics about motorcycle safety, which relate to accidents and injuries, and which I find fascinating:

1. Approximately 3/4 of motorcycle accidents involve collision with another vehicle; most often a passenger automobile.

2. Approximately 1/4 of motorcycle accidents are single vehicle accidents involving the motorcycle colliding with the roadway or some fixed object in the environment.

3. Vehicle failure accounts for less than 3% of motorcycle accidents, and most of those are single vehicle accidents where control is lost due to a puncture flat.

4. In single vehicle accidents, motorcycle rider error is present as the cause about 2/3 of the time, with the typical error being a slideout and fall due to overbraking, or running wide on a curve due to excess speed or under-cornering.

5. Roadway defects (pavement ridges, potholes, etc.) are the accident cause in 2% of accidents; animal involvement causes 1% of accidents.

6. In multiple vehicle accidents, the driver of the other vehicle violates the motorcycle right-of-way and causes the accident 2/3 of the time.

7. Drivers inability to recognize motorcycles in traffice is the main source of motorcycle collisions. The driver of the other vehicle involved in collision with the motorcycle does not see the motorcycle before the collision, or does not see the motorcycle until too late to avoid the collision.

8. Deliberate hostile action by a motorist against a motorcycle rider is a rare accident cause.

9. The most frequent accident type is the motorcycle proceeding straight and the automobile making a left turn in front of the oncoming motorcycle.

10. Intersections are the most likely place for the motorcycle accident, with the other vehicle violating the motorcycle right-of-way, and often violating traffic controls.

11. Weather is not a factor in 98% of motorcycle accidents.

12. Most motorcycle accidents involve a short trip associated with shopping, errands, friends, entertainment or recreation, and the accident is likely to happen close to the place the trip began.

13. The view of the motorcycle or other vehicle involved in an accident is limited by glare or obstructed by other vehicles in almost 2 of multiple vehicle accidents.

14. Visibility of the motorcycle is a critical factor in multiple vehicle accidents, and accidents are significantly reduced by the use of motorcycle headlamps (on in daylight) and the wearing of high visibility yellow, orange or bright red jackets.

15. Fuel system leaks and spills are present after 62% of motorcycle crashes. This means that there is usually a fire hazard.

16. Significantly overrepresented in accidents are motorcycle riders between the ages of 16 and 24; motorcycle riders between the ages of 30 and 50 are significantly underrepresented. Although the majority of accident-involved motorcycle riders are male (96%), female motorcycles riders are significantly overrepresented in accidents.

17. Motorcycle riders involved in accidents are essentially without training; 92% are self-taught or learned from family or friends. Motorcycle rider training experience reduces accident involvement and reduces injury in the event of accidents.

18. Almost 1/2 of fatal accidents show alcohol involvement.

19. Motorcycle riders in those accidents have difficulty avoiding the collision. Most riders overbrake and skid the rear wheel, and underbrake the front wheel, greatly reducing the ability to slow down and avoid the accident. The ability to countersteer and swerve are essentially absent in the presence of alcohol.

20. The typical motorcycle accident allows the motorcyclist just less than 2 seconds to avoid the collision.

21. Motorcycle modifications such as those associated with the semi-chopper or cafe racer are definitely overrepresented in accidents.

22. The likelihood of injury is extremely high in motorcycle accidents – 98% of multiple vehicle collisions and 96% of single vehicle accidents result in some kind of injury to the motorcycle rider; 45% result in more than a minor injury.

23. Half of the injuries to motorcycle riders are to the ankle-foot, lower leg, knee, and thigh-upper leg.

24. Crash bars are not an effective injury countermeasure; the reduction of injury to the ankle-foot is balanced by increase of injury to the thigh-upper leg, knee, and lower leg.

25. The use of heavy boots, jacket, gloves, etc., is effective in preventing or reducing abrasions and lacerations, which are frequent but rarely severe injuries.

26. Speed, alcohol involvement and motorcycle size increade the injury severity.

27. Seventy-three percent of accident-involved motorcycle riders use no eye protection, and it is likely that the wind on their unprotected eyes contributes to impairment of vision which delays hazard detection.

28. Approximately 50% of the motorcycle riders in traffic use safety helmets but only 40% wear helmets at the time of their accident.

29. Voluntary safety helmet use by accident-involved motorcycle riders was lowest for untrained, uneducated, young motorcycle riders on hot days and short trips.

30. The most deadly injuries to motorcycle accident victims are injuries to the chest and head.

31. The use of the safety helmet is the single critical factor in the prevention or reduction of head injury.

32. The riders abiblity to hear or see is not decreased by use of a safety helmet, nor does it cause fatigue or loss of attention; no element of accident causation is related to helmet use.

33. Helmeted riders and passengers showed significantly lower head and neck injury for all types of injury, at all levels of injury severity.

34. The increased coverage of the full facial coverage helmet increases protection, and significantly reduces face injuries.

35. There is no increase in neck injury by wearing a safety helmet; helmeted riders have fewer neck injuries than unhelmeted riders.

Motorcycle helmet lock

On the last month off 2008 i was riding along a long stretch of road in the back country of the high lands, so i decided to take a pit stopand leave my helmet on my bike not thinking about some one taking it when i return to my bike my  to my suprise it was gone this is why i decided to buy a motorcycle helmet lock with this new motorcycle helmet lock my helmet will remain safe so if you had your helmet stolen go get one.

MY helmet was never to be seen again but i know it will never happen to me again because of the helmet lock that i just got but the sad part is this is happening all over the world and we need to let the world no that we will unite and stop this from happening.

One of the good things that came out of this was that i was able to save one of my friend from having his stolen as well

two week after some young kid try to take his helmet off his bike but the day before i bought hin a motorcycle helmet lock, it really works.

What would have happen if i did not buy theat lock he would have his helmet stolen just like mine but well will unit and stop this from happening  itf you dont have a helmet lock get one for you and your friends.

and tell you story here in a short comment.

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Custom Chopper Kits And Motorcycle Mirrors

Choosing the parts that your custom chopper will be made of can be very confusing, considering the large numbers of custom chopper bike kits available on the market today. Chopper innovators like Biker’s Choice, Phantom Cycle, Paul Yaffe and many more sell chopper-in-a-box kits available for chopper enthusiasts. Thanks to these kits, custom choppers have become quite affordable and are no longer necessarily toys for millionaires or master mechanics. http://www.idealhere.com/wholesale-Motorcycle-Parts_c16

Custom chopper kits provide the future chopper owner with all the instructions and just about every component necessary to create a perfect chopper of ones dreams. Jesse James, famous for his Discovery series “Monster Garage”, offers a Big Book catalogue loaded with individual parts and accessories needed to create a fully custom bike with truly unusual frame configurations and groundbreaking metal sheet parts as seen on his TV show. However, the most exquisite details, such as an unusual tortoiseshell finish of the gas tank, can be obtained in your custom chopper only if you have your chopper built from scratch by Jesse himself.

Before you start building your custom chopper you need to ask yourself what kind of chopper are you interested in building. Then you have to set up a budget for parts, labor and inevitable cost overruns. The price of the parts has scared many chopper enthusiasts from building a custom chopper of their own, but if you have exact specifications and the time and skills to invest into the project, then parts can be fairly inexpensive. If you choose the parts for your kit at the lower end spectrum, you will still end up with bike that will look like a Jesse James creation but will still have enough money left to throw a party when your new chopper leaves the garage.

“Wobble” Accidents: The front end of a motorcycle may become unstable and shake or “wobble,” especially at high speeds, which can lead to an accident. This happens when the front and back tires aren’t properly aligned. If this happens the manufacturer of the motorcycle may be liable. Contact an experienced Colorado motorcycle accident or personal injury attorney to find out what your options are. Colorado Motorcycle Helmet Laws In Colorado, all motorcycle drivers and passengers under the age of 17 are required to wear a motorcycle helmet. Failure to wear a motorcycle helmet can significantly reduce the amount that a motorcycle accident victim can recover in damages based the motorcyclist’s contributory negligence, if it can be shown that the absence of a helmet contributed to the victim’s injuries.

When you select the parts for your custom chopper kit, try to use the most genuine parts available on the market within your price range. Sometimes even if you have a beautiful design in-mind, you can end up with poor-looking chopper, due to a lack of attention to detail by different suppliers Complete custom chopper kits typically consists of an engine, chassis kit, exhaust pipes, tires, steel tanks and other metal parts, taillights, various controls, a seat, headlamp and many more. The extras supplied with a chopper kit would vary depending on the brand of chopper chosen. To finish your project, you will need paint and sometimes battery acid. Most chopper kits do not provide mirrors, speedometers or other accessories. These you can buy separately according to your taste. http://www.idealhere.com/wholesale-Motorcycle-Accessories_c18

To avoid unpredictable result, experienced chopper builder recommend waiting until you can afford buying all the accessories from one manufacturer. Waiting may not be easy when it comes to building your dream come true. But when you finally complete your custom chopper, you will be really glad you waited.

Should I Buy New Motorcycle Engines or Used Motorcycle Engines?

It depends a lot on what you intend to use your Motorcycle Engines for. If you are going to be using the Motorcycle Engines solely for installation on motorcycles, then used Motorcycle Engines may do already (though if you really want to splurge, new ones are even better.) But what if you were going to place the Motorcycle Engines in cars (rather than car engines)? How would that work out?

Actually, this is already being done by many car assembly hobbyists. Usually, the cars to be powered by Motorcycle Engines are just small cars whose size and weight specifications are proportional to the power output of the Motorcycle Engines. As far back as the 1940s, the Cooper Car Company had been undertaking this practice – to make race cars, at that. Even BMW had tried doing that too in the 1950s. Though the general public may be ignorant of this trend, motorcycle and car assembly hobbyists know this practice works and with relatively good results. Their creations might be known as motorcycle/car hybrids.

The motorcycle/car hybrids are probably still being built today in someone’s backyard with better results than those experienced back in the 1940s and 1950s – all because modern day Motorcycle Engines are stronger, faster, and better engineered than their early ancestors. Thanks to the decades of research done on how to improve Motorcycle Engines, hobbyists are reaping better rewards from their hybrid assembly efforts.

However, just because it looks like a car, runs like a car, and seems to behave like a car doesn’t mean your motorcycle/car hybrid is automatically allowed on public and private roads in your country. The fact that you are using Motorcycle Engines to power the hybrids may be breaking the law for motor vehicles at some point (especially if you are one of the first to make and try to run these types of hybrids in that country.) So, unless you have some kind of special permit to run your hybrid on public and private roads, you may have to confine use of your Motorcycle Engines-powered hybrid vehicle in special areas only (like in a private racetrack or in an enclosed private family compound.)

If you are attracted to the idea of building motorcycle/car hybrid vehicles powered by Motorcycle Engines by yourself, be forewarned that the process actually entails quite an all-encompassing knowledge of how Motorcycle Engines work, how cars work, and how you can bridge any differences in the engineering of both or either with your own creativity and resources. A very smart mechanic/hobbyist can probably learn from manuals and prototypes alone – but for the less experienced and less talented hobbyist, full-time tutelage under someone very experienced in creating motorcycle/car hybrid vehicles might be more appropriate. There’s no shame in asking for experienced guidance (except maybe to your ego) and in the end, you may get better results that way.

Equally surprising is that companies have been established throughout the world which concentrate on creating such motorcycle/car hybrid vehicles, many for racing. It might benefit you if you did research on how these companies do their work before you set about creating your own motorcycle/car hybrid vehicle.

Motorcycle Cover Features

Motorcycle Cover selction require some knowledge.When you buy your dream motorcycle cover you wish to protect it from everything that could harm its brand new look. There are many ways that you can adopt and protect your motorcycle from dirt. Motorcycle covers is the best solution that could protect your motorbike from outer dust and helps maintain its brand new look. There is a lot of variation in the quality of motorcycle covers and a lot of options available to select motorcycle covers from.

Some of the things that you should keep in your mind will buy motorcycle cover for your motorbike. The things that should be kept in mind are quality, size and the protection it provides to your motorcycle. In quality you should make sure the material that is used will last long and would not be ruined just overnight. Size is important when you buy the cover for your motorcycle. There are different sizes available some cover motorcycles fully, some covers partially. It depends upon your usage which size suits your need the best. And lastly protection, while buying motorcycle covers make sure the cover provides full protection and it is waterproof and heat resistant.Breath ability of motorcycle covers is extremely essential factor simply because most of the cheap Chinese covers obtainable on-line trap moisture and trigger motorcycle parts to rust. Motorcycle covers usually come with ventilation flap that can be opened to enhance the breath capability of motorcycle cover and steer clear of moisture trap.

If you live in area where it rains a lot then waterproof motorcycle covers are the best. And if you live in area where it is sunny weather then go for heat resistant motorcycle covers. Usually motorcycles covers are both waterproof and heat resistant. Ask someone experienced if you have no prior experience of buying a motorcycle cover and get the one that is best for your bike. See details specially for . harley Davidson motorcycle covers

Custom Aftermarket Motorcycle Mirrors Forward Controls Handlebars and Risers For Metric Cruisers

One of the joys of owning your own motorcycle is the custom bits that you can use to customize the bike. Parts like Forward Controls and risers as well as handlebars can change the look of your cruiser instantly with very little investment. Also most of these mods can be done on your own. Custom forward controls are a great way to give any metric cruiser or American Road Hog a more custom chopper look. A nice set of straight bars can also give your ride a real drag bike look. especially when you combine them with a set of handle bar risers. There are several manufacturers to choose from when it comes to customizing your cruiser. http://www.idealhere.com/wholesale-Motorcycle-Parts_c16

For a great set of custom motorcycle handlebars Flanders has one of the biggest selections around. This manufacturer carries anything from your classic handlebars to straight bars to ape hangers. Whatever your flavor you’re likely to find custom handlebars by Flanders. Carlini Design is another quality maker of handlebars. Their selection is not as extensive as Flanders, however they make up for it with some very unique handlebars with a nice custom look. There are many more makers of handlebars but these two are the ones I am most familiar with.

Motorcycle Forward Controls are another way to take a OEM Metric Cruiser and give it a more custom chopper look. Forward controls basically take a bike with mid controls and move them to a forward position giving you a more relaxed riding position on the bike. Jardine makes some decent forward controls. forward controls and floorboards are a great way to customize your ride. You will find the riding position with forward controls to be much more comfortable then the mid position, not to mention that the forward controls look way cooler. http://www.idealhere.com

Risers are made by many of today’s manufacturers of aftermarket motor cycle parts. Companies like Cobra, Show Chrome and Lightning Performance all make quality handlebar risers. Most of them are made of either billet aluminum or some sort of steel which is then chrome plated for a quality finish. Handlebar Risers are made in a variety of sizes usually a 1.5 to about a 5 inch riser is what is available depending on the manufacturer. Also when buying a handlebar risers be sure that you match them up correctly with the right size handle bar. the dimension of the handlebar is important. If you do not match the bars with the right riser you will have major issues with installation because the hole in the riser is designed for a specific dimension and will usually not accommodate a different dimension. Some risers also come with a rise like for example you might have a 3 inch rise and a 1 inch pullback instead of just rising straight up risers with a pullback also do just that they are designed with a bend that relocates the bar a bit closer to the tank and the rider. http://www.idealhere.com/wholesale-Motoring_c1

Reasons For Installing A Motorcycle Windshield

Have you recently purchased a motorcycle that doesn’t have a windshield on it? Have you been riding your motorcycle for years without a windshield? There are a number of reasons why you might want to have a motorcycle windshield installed on your bike.

One of the most important reasons why you would want a motorcycle windshield is because they can provide protection from flying dirt, rocks, metal, or any other item that might have been laying on or near the highway or roadway that you are traveling on. Dangerous items can fly up and hit you at any time, and you might not realize it until it’s too late. Motorcycle windshields can prevent this from happening because they provide a barrier between you and any flying items that might hit you while you’re riding your motorcycle.

Another reason why you would want to have a motorcycle windshield installed is for the simple fact that they make driving more comfortable. Have you even driven a motorcycle that doesn’t have a windshield on it? Steering can be much more difficult because you have the pounding wind pulling against you while you try to hang on to the handle bars. The motorcycle windshield deflects all of the wind that would otherwise blow directly into your chest and face.

There are a number of different types of motorcycle windshields that you can purchase. You’ll find a number of different windshield heights, widths, thicknesses, colors, and styles available to choose from. Choosing the right one can be difficult, and it’s really a matter of which one will provide the most protection and still look good.

If you just purchased a new motorcycle, or have been riding your existing motorcycle without a windshield, then perhaps you’ll want to get a motorcycle windshield for your bike in order to provide you with more safety and comfort while you’re riding.

Motorcycle Accessories

There are so many wonderful motorcycle accessories to choose from, you definitely can make your bike look original, even if it is one of thousands that are designed exactly the same when you purchase it. Some motorcycle accessories are optional and some you need to purchase without exception.

Safety accessories are something you should invest your money the day you purchase a motorcycle or before. If you can’t afford the safety equipment, then you don’t need the bike! You will need to purchase a good quality helmet that fits you properly. You can get one customized to match your bike if you like. They are available in a variety of colors and designs so you won’t have any problem finding one that suits your style.

There are other motorcycle accessories that you can purchase if you like for safety, but they aren’t mandatory. Full riding suits that are flame resistant and very protective are a great option. You will find sunglasses, goggles, gloves, knee pads, chaps, and more. Many of these safety accessories will make riding your motorcycle more comfortable. It is a good idea to purchase some rain gear as well.

Do you plan to travel a great deal on your motorcycle? How do you plan to carry your necessities? There are many motorcycle accessories to choose from to take care of this for you. For short trips, consider purchasing a motorcycle back pack. There are also a variety of leather pouches and travel gear that attach to your motorcycle. Many of them are removable so you can easily add them when you travel.

Riding your motorcycle is supposed to be enjoyable, so make sure you are comfortable. My best friend finally got the dream bike he had always wanted only to discover that the seat was uncomfortable when riding it for more than an hour. He invested a couple hundred dollars in a custom seat so that he could get more enjoyment out of the bike. If you often have a passenger on your motorcycle, consider installing a back rest bar. An additional set of foot pegs on the front of your motorcycle can help you stay comfortable as well on a long ride. They are perfect for stretching out.

There are also a variety of motorcycle accessories to help you customize the look of your motorcycle. Decals are very common, and they are quite simple to put on. Choose from stripes, flames, and many other great designs. You may decide to have a custom design painted onto your motorcycle rather than using decals. There are also a variety of chrome pieces you can replace standard ones on your bike with.

Deciding on the right accessories for your motorcycle is going to take some time. Look at the options available as well as the quality of the brand you are looking at. In most cases, you are better off saving your money to purchase quality accessories rather than paying less for poor quality. It can be fun customizing your motorcycle to your own personal look. Just don’t forget to invest in those important safety accessories first.

You can purchase motorcycle accessories anywhere that sells motorcycles. You can also request catalogs from motorcycle manufacturers. The internet also offers you the chance to look at thousands of styles of motorcycle accessories to choose from.

Best 3 Places to Buy Motorcycle Luggage

There are many places that a person can choose to purchase motorcycle luggage for their motorcycle. There are however, things that you will need to take into consideration when you go to purchase your luggage. Here are the three best places for you to find new or used motorcycle luggage for your bike, and what you should take into consideration when purchasing from these locations.
3. Online
More people these days are opting to do their shopping online. Purchasing motorcycle luggage is no exception. There are many different places online where you can choose to purchase your luggage from. You can buy from stores that specialize in motorcycle luggage, stores that sell various motorcycle accessories and even auction sites that let you buy motorcycle luggage from independent sellers.
Whichever of these options you choose, it is important to remember that you are buying an item that you have not seen. Keep in mind that you are not really aware of the quality of the item, especially when you are buying used motorcycle luggage. There are however, many benefits to buying your luggage online. You can often find it at much lower prices than purchasing it in a store and you can generally even find coupon codes for various websites for an even further discount.
2. At a Dealership or Store
You can of course, also purchase your motorcycle luggage at a motorcycle dealer or motorcycle accessory store that is in your area. This gives you the ability to actually see the luggage up close and personal before you buy it. You can check it out and make sure that it is quality made. You can see for yourself just how much space the luggage contains and whether it will meet your needs.
Additionally, you can also talk with the salesmen to make certain that the luggage you are choosing is compatible with your motorcycle. Some motorcycle luggage is not universal and will not fit on all motorcycles. It is important for you to make sure that your luggage is compatible and will fit securely on your motorcycle before you buy it.
1. From an Independent Seller in Your Area
You can many times find motorcycle luggage that is for sale by checking your local papers classifieds, or even contacting motorcycle groups that are in your area. Generally, this luggage will be used, however you can often find it in extremely good condition. Because you are buying it used, you can usually get it for an extremely fair price, though you do need to be on the lookout for those that are pricing their items too high. Some people place a sentimental value on items like this, and will ask a higher price for that reason. Make sure that the motorcycle luggage you are buying is worth the price that they are asking, and try and negotiate.