The engine size of motorcycles is one of the commonly used ways to categorize them. A lot of people use the size of the motorcycle’s engine as a way to determine what the capabilities of the motorcycle are. This can be particularly important when it comes to beginner riders looking to get their first motorcycle….
Picking your first motorcycle can be a tricky thing to do. Usually, beginners are recommended to start with a motorcycle that is not too powerful or unpredictable. This usually translates into motorcycles with fewer ccs. (A brand new motorcycle is also ill-advised.) Although the ccs of a motorcycle cannot tell you everything about it, overall,…
Maybe you have just registered for a local MSF course, or maybe you are still contemplating the idea. However, you may be unsure what the MSF course is like, whether it is easy and what to expect. Passing the MSF course is absolutely worth it, and many riders share that they continue to reflect back…
The amount of horsepower a motorcycle has is an important consideration that people should take into account when choosing a motorcycle. However, there are a lot of variables when it comes to engines and their capabilities. So how much hp do 650cc motorcycles have? 650cc motorcycles have between 41 hp and 94 hp. Most 650cc…
When it comes to motorcycle ccs, things are never easy. There are just so many different options to choose from that one can easily get overwhelmed. If you are here, you probably wonder how 650cc motorcycles and 250cc motorcycles compare to each other. In this articles series, I compare the most common motorcycle engine ccs…
The purpose of the reserve tank is to act as a safety net for riders giving them a heads-up warning that they are running low on fuel. It is a very simple concept but one that can raise a lot of questions sometimes. Not all motorcycles have a reserve fuel tank. Most FI motorcycles do…
Arguably, one of the very first questions any beginner has is about what cc motorcycle they should get. There are just so many motorcycles, and many numbers are through around, making matters very confusing. What CC should a beginner get? Generally, a 250cc or a 650cc v-twin motorcycle will suit a beginner rider better than…
Passing an MSF course is very much recommended. There are a ton of benefits to it. But at the end of the day, what you pay for it also matters. MSF prices vary—in some instances, a lot. This raises some questions, like what is considered a reasonable and fair price for a Motorcycle Safety Course?…
For a motorcycle helmet to be road legal, it needs to pass certain safety standards. There are different standards, but all helmets intended for on-road use sold in the USA must be DOT certified. Helmets that meet the DOT requirements come with a special DOT sticker on the rear of the helmet, which many riders…
There are just so many different types of motorcycles that it can be difficult to pick one sometimes—especially for beginner riders. Beginner riders are recommended to always start with a motorcycle that has a smaller engine displacement—read, fewer ccs—that is not very powerful for safety reasons. This is perfectly sound advice that should be followed….