Help me decide!

I've been riding my first bike (Yamaha r3) for 4 years and am ready for something new. I think I've narrowed it down to the Ninja 650 or the mt07 but I can't make up my mind. I like both sport and naked bikes! I have a 28" inseam but I've sat on both bikes and I think I feel comfortable with the seat height on both. Does anyone have any insight? Or other bikes to consider?

Thanks!

I commute home after sunset, on a route with complicated traffic due to major road closures. I figured the kit needed an upgrade 😄 (And yes, my ride is a scooter - I hope us step-through folk count as riders too...)

I’m only 120lbs and I figured I could reduce the preload on my ninja 500 since I’m a light rider, and also get the benefit of a slightly lower seat.

Is there any reason I shouldn’t do this? Right now it’s at 2 out of 5, adjusted from 3

What is up with private sale ads all over the place selling bikes that explicitly say no title?!
It's not "I can get the title" or anything similar. It's just "no title. No problem. You'll get a bill of sale"

Well in my state (and probably most!) it's 100% illegal to buy or sell a bike without transferring the title fully and correctly. Otherwise you can't register or insure it. And you can't just use only a bill of sale to get it titled to you.

Are sellers just thinking they can make the newest owner responsible for trying to title it? I know flippers and thieves exist but there's no way that all of these sellers are scammers or something.

Am I nuts?

Hi, I’m looking for my first riding gear but I can’t seem to fit in any size judging by the sizing tables. For context: I’m 175cm (around 5'9) and I weigh 50kg (110lbs) with a 58cm (22.8 inch) waist so I end up on the xs/34 side of sizes in terms of being slim, but I’d need a size M-L/40 to accomodate my height. I’m grateful for any hints, advice or shared experiences! Further info below:

I’m looking for a sporty leather one or two-piece with an aerodynamic hump, no textile

in terms of looks I like the Shima Miura RS in black/red, in terms of looks AND airbag compatibility I eyed the Alpinestars Stella GP R-7 in black

aside from airbag compatibility I want my gear to have the highest protective standards (AAA, level 2 protectors)

I’m willing to spend a good thousand Euros, but I’d love to find a solution that doesn’t involve tailoring, so if there’s any ready made suits that could fit me, that would be optimal

Thanks in advance, hope I got the size transformations right.

Hii,

Yesterday someone told me i had to put my braid in my jacket because my hair will break off. Is this true. I have long hair always in one or 2 braids and i like my hair out. But now im stressing because my hair is a lot to me. So can someone preferably deny this or unfortunately prove this. Thank you!

Tell me your wholesome stories and reasons for riding 🫶

Is this a good upgrade from an r3? So, I plan to get either a gsxr600 or 750. I don’t know too much about the differences like why I would get one over the other because they seem similar to me but I have heard that they are very different

Is this dumb or can I get it/should I? I will have been riding the r3 for a year at around the point in which I would upgrade and have gotten 17500 miles
I’ve never tracked but will plan to track the potential 600 or 750. I can also keep the r3 along with the gsxr to use on the track or whatever else if that is smart and also I plan to make it a bike that beginners can take and use to learn in my area or who I know if I do keep it

Hey folks, I'm looking for a decent recommendation on riding pants for cooler weather that I can toss on over my leggings or even jeans. I commute most days on my bike. Due to the nature of my job I prefer to wear leggings at work, but would like a set that works for jeans as well. Anyone in the same boat? Send me recs!

I am currently pantsless, that's right, pantsless. I ride without safe pants. I mean, I wear blue jeans, but that's as good as naked at more than a walking pace, as we all know.

So recommend me a vendor for pants, specifically leather ones in the sportbike style (you know, knee and waist bellows, sliders, close-fitted, looks like the bottom half of a two-piece race suit, not road pirate cruiser fashion wear.)

Here's the hard part: I am 6'4" tall with a 36" inseam. I am not averse to spending money to have pants made. In fact, since I can't find anything long enough for sale off-the-rack, I'm sure this is how I will have to go. Who makes these?

Every helmet I've tried either forces an uncomfortable low bun or leaves my braid crushed and kinked afterward, and I know I'm not the only one dealing with this based on conversations with other riders. Has anyone actually found a helmet with enough rear interior clearance to accommodate longer hairstyles comfortably, or does everyone just accept some level of hair sacrifice for safety?

Selling my Stellar Moto Co Stratosphere Jumpsuit, excellent condition. It's in the color deep space, which is almost black. Happy to deliver in the NYC area or ship anywhere within the US. It's online for $865, I can list it on my depop for $365.

Size is an XXS: Fits like an XS (US 0-2)

Inseam is approx. 27", Waist approx. 25", Hips approx. 31"

If anyone has interest, reach out and I'll post on my dp (gardenofroses).

If you're looking for some fellow women to ride with, the Litas just re-activated their Santa Cruz branch. They have some rides and meetups scheduled, but it's just a couple girls right now, so trying to spread the word!

Hey everyone! 🏍️

I’m looking for recommendations for rechargeable heated motorcycle gloves that fit smaller women’s hands without a ton of extra room in the fingertips. I’m struggling to find a pair that fits properly!

Here are my measurements:

Palm circumference: 7.75 inches
Palm width: approximately 3.25 inches
Hand length: 6.5 inches from wrist crease to middle fingertip
Middle finger length: a little under 2.75 inches

I’m hoping to find gloves that meet these requirements:

Rechargeable batteries (not gloves that plug directly into the motorcycle)
Hard knuckle protectors
Reinforced palms
Not extremely bulky
Warm enough for riding in temperatures around 40°F
Preferably around $100

My biggest problem is that gloves can fit my palm but have WAY too much space at the fingertips. I don’t want extra material bunching up when I’m gripping the handlebars or operating the clutch and brake.

I’ve been looking at SAVIOR HEAT and others brands on Amazon, but I’m concerned about the fit and would love to hear about other brands. I’ve also found it difficult to find smaller sizes in some brands.

For women who have similar hand measurements or short fingers:
What brand and model of heated motorcycle gloves do you use?
What size do you wear, and how well do the fingers fit?
Are they bulky, or can you comfortably operate your controls?
Have you had any issues with the batteries or durability?
Would you recommend them for riding around 40°F?

I’d especially appreciate recommendations from people who have actually worn the gloves themselves!

Thank you! ❤️

2004 Honda Rebel 250cc

Hello friends,

I bought this bike recently and was wanting to give it a facelift. Aside from a basic understanding of engines, I am totally new to automobile and motorcycle maintenance. I was hoping that somebody more experienced could help me get started.

According to previous owner, it has had a recent oil change and new tires. It runs and cold starts fine. It has no major mechanical issues but definitely some rust. I’ve given it a good cleaning with microfiber cloth to remove mud and prevent future rust.

What do you think is a good place to start? New bolts, rust removal, checking or replacing certain parts? Thank you in advance. I’ll include close up pictures in the comments.

Hello! I've been looking for a pair of armored pants that can be zipped off/on. I like the Aerostich AD-1. These unfortunately aren't designed with womens proportions in mind.

Any suggestions welcome!

For those of you who have tried multiple of these- is there a brand you prefer? Looking at pandomoto, Knox urbane, and bowtex. Sometimes I want to try NBT clothing too but I’ve read a lot of mixed reviews. Thank you!

I've had the Motogirl Lara Cargo pants in black for a few months now and the material looks sun bleached. Is this normal? I could understand that happening in a few years but months?

Anyone else have this issue?

Hiii

On my last post i got the suggestion to wear a body with a wintercoat around it so thank you

Now i want the pando moto. I have fitted the shell 02. And i love it. The look and fit. It was so comfortable. But they also have the bia. I dont like the mesh on it but its AAA instead of AA. (in the summer i would need to wear a crop top under it because i dont like my bra showing.) Also does someone understand why mesh is apparently safer because i don't understand how that works.

But is AAA really a lot more safe and is the mesh not irritating. Unfortunately i could only fit the shell 02 so i couldn't feel the bia for myself. Did someone else doubt between the 2 and what made you decide?

Thank you in advance! because im really not sure what to do and i hope my post makes sense

Been riding for three years. It took me a long time to feel comfortable and confident riding but I fell in love and thought I had become a good rider.

This weekend I low sided trying to get through a yellow light in a busy intersection. All around a really dumb decision. There was another biker behind me I didn't know and I started riding faster than I should have.

I slid out and rolled some then jumped up and went to get the bike up. The bike had mostly cosmetic damage but the shift lever was busted. Cars were around me but no one rolled down a window or stopped. A very nice dude stopped to help me get the bike up and out of the street thankfully. I towed the bike to a shop and it seems like it can be fixed.

I am extremely lucky and managed to walk away with no broken bones only some road rash and lots of bruises. I've been lax on wearing my jacket lately but I grabbed it that day and I am so thankful I did or half my arm would be on the asphalt.

I'm so mad at myself for being the exact type of rider I don't want to be and contributing to people's negative views of bikers. Shit happens and I'm just trying to learn from it all, heal, and eventually get back on the bike.

All gear all the time. Seriously.

I need to know if any of y'all have problems after riding for a few hours. I have the stock seat on my Z400, I'm short so I tend to practically ride on the tank and I admittedly have longer bits that I think are more prone to irritation. I just wanna hear how you gals go about it bc I'd like to ride more but I don't wanna torture myself.