Nine Sportbike Technological Advancements That Are Now Commonplace
It is easy to take a look at today’s high-performance motorcycles and assume all of the features present have been there since the very beginning. From the sleek suspension systems, beefy brake components, and powerful and reliable drivetrains, it all … Continued
The Best Bike To Learn On Might Not Be A Motorcycle At All
It’s a question as old as the pursuit of riding motorcycles itself. “What bike should I learn on?” The resulting opinions are as numerous and diverse as the questions that triggered them. Sometimes, a specific bike is mentioned – typically … Continued
How to Get a Used Motorcycle Ready for Riding
Used bikes are great; their smile per dollar ratio is unmatched. You can always jump on the ‘ol Craigslist and have five bikes lined up within a 30 mile radius that are well under book value and itching to sell. … Continued
Meeting Your Mechanical Heroes
I knew the second I caught a glimpse of that NR750 in the background of an eBay listing, I had to make a pilgrimage. What lay waiting for me was more than I could have imagined. A few months ago … Continued
The Ballad of Ducati Ownership
Owning a Ducati is a terrible experience. That’s why it’s so special. Experience may not be the right word; lifestyle might be a better fit. A Japanese motorcycle, on one hand, affords the owner of drama-less starts and carefree rides … Continued
Removing Craig From His List(ting)
Scoring a great deal off of Craigslist is such a wonderful feeling. However, it’s the addiction to that feeling that can blindly lead you into trouble. Anyone who has done the Craigslist buying game knows how it goes. Days fraught … Continued
Used Bike Reviews – Kawasaki Ninja ZX-7R (1996-2003)
I can’t get enough of 90’s sportbikes. Big bodywork and carbureted power delivery; they are raw, quick, and mean. I finally got a hold of one of my favorite 90’s-era bikes – the ZX-7R. Compared to today’s lot of sportbikes, … Continued
Used Bike Reviews – 2007 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
If you were to ask a stranger on the street to name a motorcycle, the most common answer would probably be Harley Davidson. But I predict that the second most popular answer would be Ninja. The Kawasaki Ninja is almost … Continued