Motorcycle Street where can I find a 20" motorcycle street tire?
Looking for a 20 x 300 tube motorcycle tire for a modern motorcycle. It can be street or 90/10 enduro. Any good sources? Thanks!
That 20 inch size was I think a Honda only on a couple models- probably have to go to a Honda dealer for their source of tires. Dennis Kirk might have a source. Bridgestone was the OEM supplier I think for a few years- could check there dealers.
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Volume I covers rider clothing, street strategies, night riding, braking, countersteering, and much more. Overall, it shows you how to use your head to keep out of trouble.
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DUI and Motorcycles
DUI and Motorcycles
Alcohol intoxication is a leading factor in motorcycle accidents and fatalities. Law enforcement officers have been trained to identify driving patterns that indicate a probability that a motorcyclist is driving while intoxicated. The driving patterns that police typically look for have been outlined by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA). NHTSA has delineated a number of "cues" that police officers can look for in detecting intoxicated motorcyclists. The list presented below represents, in descending order, the visual cues giving rise to the probability that the motorcyclist observed is driving while intoxicated. Often, police officers will observe several cues in conjunction, which increases the probability that the driver is intoxicated, that is, driving with a blood alcohol content (BAC), over the legal limit. Studies have indicated that cues by themselves or in conjunction with other cues, give rise to a statistical probability of intoxication.
The following cues have shown a 50 percent or greater probability in predicting impaired motorcycle operation. However, it is also 50 percent as likely that these cues do not reflect intoxication.
Drifting During Turn or Curve
Drifting during a turn or curve is the most common cause of single vehicle, motorcycle crashes. This occurs when the motorcycle and rider continues in a straight line instead of turning with the road, ultimately resulting in hitting a stationary object.
Another way this cue represents itself is where the motorcycle appears to drift to the outside of the lane, or into another lane, through the curve or while turning a corner.
However, drifting in a lane is not uncommon where a person is distracted or is unfamiliar with the landscape.
Trouble with Dismount
Law enforcement officers look at the dismount as a helpful field sobriety test, as it is reflective of coordination and judgment. First, the motorcyclist must decide upon a safe place to stop the bike. Then the motorcyclist must turn off the engine, locate and deploy the kickstand, then balance on one foot while swinging the other foot over the seat to dismount. Officers look for any problems in the preceding sequence as evidence of alcohol impairment.
However, trouble with dismount is not necessarily an indication of intoxication. Where the officer pulls over the motorcyclist has a lot to do with the location of dismount. Plus, most people are rather nervous when pulled over, which is distracting. These factors have a lot to do with a dismount that takes place in front of an officer while he is waiting to write you a ticket.
Trouble with Balance at Stop
There are two general methods of balancing at a complete stop. One, where the rider places one foot on the ground to keep the bike upright, while leaving the other foot on the peg nearest the gear shift lever. Two, where the rider places both feet on the ground for stability. Law enforcement officers look for a shifting from side to side, in a rocking motion, in an effort to maintain balance at a stop.
However, there may be several reasons a rider cannot maintain balance, for example, if the road is not even, the bike is unfamiliar, or the rider is of small stature
Turning Problems
1) Unsteady During Turn or Curve: Law enforcement officers look for a motorcycles wheels to wobble when making a turn.
However, when the motorcycle is undergoing a turn or curve, it must slow down, which makes it less stable in an upright position. At higher speeds the gyroscopic effects of a motorcycle's wheels tend to keep the motorcycle "on track" so long as the speed is maintained. At slower speeds, the motorcycle is unsteady, so there is a higher probability of wobbling while turning.
2) Late Breaking During a Turn: Law enforcement officers look for the application of break lights during the turn as opposed to prior to the turn, as indicating impairment due to intoxication. The rationale here is that a motorcyclist normally breaks prior to entering a turn or curve, so the motorcycle can accelerate through the maneuver for maximum control.
However, there are many reasons a rider would break during a turn as opposed to prior. For example, the rider may just drive that way, or is unfamiliar with the streets and the street he needs to turn on comes up faster than expected, or any number of reasons, which are not alcohol-related.
3) Improper Lean During Turn: Law enforcement officers look for the rider to be in an upright position during a turn, instead of leaning into the curve.
However, NHTSA indicates that this cue is observable by a "trained" observer, meaning it is not apparent otherwise. Also, where the turn is made safely, there is no indication of impairment due to intoxication.
4) Erratic Movements During Turn: Law enforcement officers look for any sudden correction of a motorcycle during a turn or curve.
However, there are many other factors which would cause a sudden movement during a turn. For example, the condition of the road may necessitate such a maneuver.
Inattentive to Surroundings
Law enforcement officers look for such things as:
1) Failing to notice the light has changed. However, people do this everyday. Getting lost in thought may cause you to not notice that the light has changed: This is not an indication of intoxication.
2) Failing to scan the area around the bike in traffic. However, this is not a requirement required by the DMV and is not necessary where the driver is experienced and the traffic is light. The motorcyclist decides based on road factors, traffic flow, and surroundings how vigilant to be; it is subjective and not an indication of intoxication.
3) Failing to respond to officer's emergency lights or hand signals. However, this cue can be negated by many reasonable factors, like the motorcyclist concentrating on the road, waiting to pull over on a safer stretch of road, or simply not observing the hand signals.
Inappropriate or Unusual Behavior
Officers are looking for any sorts of behavior which are "unusual" or "inappropriate."
However, this is a matter of subjection and is not necessarily an indicator of intoxication, but matters of circumstance.
Weaving
Weaving includes weaving within a lane and weaving across lane lines.
However, weaving may occur to avoid road hazards.
The following cues have been shown to have a 30-50% probability of indicating intoxication. However, at the same time, they are 50-70% times as likely of not being an indicator of intoxication.
Erratic Movements While Going Straight
Law enforcement officers look for any sudden corrections while attempting to ride in a straight line.
However, the NHTSA studied reflected a 51-70% probability that there is no impairment reflected in this cue.
Operating without Lights at Night
Because of the danger involved in motorcycles driving without lights at night, the NHTSA studies indicated that there is a good chance that the operator is intoxicated.
However, there is a higher likelihood that this cue is not due to intoxication, but rather just an oversight of the rider.
Recklessness
Officers look for riding too fast as an indicator of impairment.
However, motorcyclists tend to ride faster than autos, so speeding is not necessarily an indicator of impairment.
Following too Closely
Officers look for a rider following at an unsafe following distance.
However, the distance between the motorcycle and other cars is not totally within the motorcyclist's control. Cars slowing would naturally decrease the following distance.
Running Stop Light or Sign
Officers look for the motorcycle failing to stop at a light or sign.
However, cars and motorcycle riders run lights and signs all the time, for a variety of reasons which are not indicators of intoxication.
Evasion
This cue occurs when an officer attempts to pull the motorcycle over and the motorcycle rider attempts to flee the officer instead.
This is a common occurrence which has nothing to do with impairment, 50-70% of the time.
Wrong Way
This cue occurs when the motorcycle is riding into opposing traffic, such as going the wrong way on a one-way street or crossing a center divider line to ride into opposing traffic.
However, 50-70% of the time this cue is not an indicator of impairment. Going the wrong way on a one-way street occurs with drivers everyday and is usually a matter of mistake. Crossing the divider line also occurs as a sudden movement to avoid another car going into the lane which occurs frequently to motorcycles because other driver's do not pay attention to the presence of motorcycles.
Motorcycle Street when you're 15 and you have your learners permit you can legally drive a motorcycle on the street?
i live in georgia. I heard from someone that if you have your learners and you are 15 years of age or older, you could drive a motorcycle on the street. Is this true?
If he is 15 1/2 and has his "Motorcycle learners permit" which is a separate written test, he can ride on the street in a restriced manner.
Some states will require he take a motorcycle safety class in addition to passing the written test.
He can ride:
Daylight hours only
Surface streets ( No freeways or expressways) only
Solo , No passengers
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Motorcycle Buying Guide - Different Motorcycle Styles
Buying a new motorcycle isn't always easy. There's a lot of information out there to steer car buyers in the right direction, but very little for the average motorcycle buyer.
The first step to buying your new motorcycle is deciding which type or model style is right for you. Most people group bikes into three distinct categories: Street, Dual-Purpose, and Off-Road. But, those who know bikes well understand that there are many more subcategories of motorcycles to contend with on the sales block.
The biggest mistake beginning riders often make when purchasing their first motorcycle is settling for a low-budget street model (usually costing around $3,000 new). The problem is, these bikes have little power and can often sport an uncomfortable ride.
Touring Bikes are considered the Cadillac of motorcycles. Although still considered a street bike, this model is built for comfortable highway riding and long trips. Featuring a large powerful engine, touring bikes are very heavy and can be difficult to maneuver, especially at high speeds. These bikes are great for experienced riders and those who do a lot of highway riding. In-town and city riders should avoid them. Price too is a consideration when buying a touring bike since the prices for one of these models ranges form $10,000 to $20,000.
Cruisers are a more classic looking street bike and are by far the most common style of bike offered by today's dealers. Style and comfort is key to the cruiser, which features large comfortable low-to-the ground seating. Another benefit to the cruiser style: the liberal use of chrome and loud exhaust note, two things many riders enjoy in their bikes. The cost for one of these can range form $5,000 to $20,000.
Sport Bikes are another sub category in the biking industry and are very popular among younger riders. Built for performance, sports bikes don't offer much in the way of comfort or convenience. These lightweight bikes feature the ultimate in aerodynamics. Not good for long trips, sports bikes are meant for just that: sport. Although relatively inexpensive (ranging from $5,000 to $20,000), sports bikes often carry higher insurance premiums do to a perceived risk by insurance carriers
Standard Bikes aren't as popular as they once were, but are still best for beginners since they are well-balanced, well powered and relatively light-weight which makes them easier to handle. Good for both city use as well as highway riding, standard bikes are a wonderful option for regular ordinary bikers who just want reliable transportation.
Motocross Bikes are meant solely for off-road use. They feature small engines and are extremely lightweight (usually weighing a mere 150-300 pounds). Used for recreational riding, motocross bikes are relatively inexpensive usually ranging in price form $1,500 to $6,000.
Dual-Purpose Bikes, on the other hand feature knobby tires and a high center of gravity that works well for off-roading, but still have headlights, turn-signals, and emissions control to make them street-legal.
As you can see, there are a lot of different kinds of bikes for a lot of different kinds of riders. The most important things to consider when choosing a bike of your own is:
-Your size and strength.
-Your experience and ability.
-Your budget.
Once you've narrowed your choices to the style you want most, it's time to hit the showroom floor to see what your favorite manufacturer have.
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