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Motorcycle? Can anyone tell me the make and model of the motorcycle used in the video I love rock & roll by Britney Spears.

motorcycle? yea.. im thinking about getting a more "street sport" stlye bike but im pretty small and a couple of people told me i wouldn't be able to handle it but i always thought that if your strong enough it doesn't matter your size? what do you think? thanks! and if you do have a motorcycle what kind do you have and do you finds it handles well? or do you know of any that does? thanks! well im about 5'3" 5'4" that was more the question am i too short ...ha! but really!

What motorcycle parts store can i go to to buy motorcycle clutch cable. Are all clutch cables the same? My clutch cable just broke from where the clutch lever is. So I need to buy new clutch cable. Can i go to autozone or pep boys or someplace to buy clutch cable. Are car and motorcycle clutch cables the same?

How long before a California motorcycle license expires? I don't plan to purchase a motorcycle for another few years when I've saved up enough money, but I would like to get my motorcycle license by taking a class and passing the written test. When I get my California motorcycle license, how long will I have it before it expires? And when it expires, do I have to take the skills and written test again? I don't want it to expire before I purchase a motorcycle. Thanks in advance.

Is a motorcycle endorsement necessary to cross the border into Mexico from the USA? Does a permit suffice? I am planning to embark on a trip to Mexico by motorcycle in a few days. I do not have a motorcycle endorsement on my license; however, I do have a permit and US insurance. Would lacking this endorsement will prevent me from getting Mexican insurance? Would the border agents recognize the permit at all?

Is it hard to drive a sports motorcycle if a person never drove a motorcycle before? I want to know if its hard to drive a sports motorcycle if a person never drove a motorcycle before. If so, how is it harder than driving other motorcycles?

How do I get my motorcycle permit and eventually a motorcycle license? The DMV website doesn't explain it very clearly at all. I just want to know what I need to do in order to get my motorcycle permit and then a motorcycle license! I am 19 years old and I have a regular drivers license.

What is the best starter motorcycle for me? Im 190 lb, 6'1'', iv never rid-in a real motorcycle before just dirt bikes and small kid motorcycles. I was wondering what is the best starter motorcycle for me, I like choppers but there usually expensive and I didn't want to spend more than $5,000. It's only for transport around a small town and just to get to school. What is the best bike? It would also be helpfull it is big and heavy it would help bring my dad to allowing it since he is sort of against it.

I want to buy a motorcycle to use as my primary transportation for my computer repair business? I have a computer repair business in New York City and I am looking for a motorcycle that I will use to go to appointments, and transport computers. I already have a special case that mounts to any standard rear luggage rack, but I need a motorcycle! I am looking for a motorcycle that says "professional/utilitarian/fun" It should be a relatively reliable bike--also nothing too sporty, nothing too much like a cruiser. Any ideas?

How different is driving a motorcycle than driving a moped? I live in Vietnam and drive a Honda Wave everywhere I go. If I ever move back to the US I'd like to look into getting a motorcycle license. I'm still trying to work out the official differences between a moped and a motorcycle but I also wonder if there are major differences in the way a (non-automatic) moped and a big bad motorcycle are driven.

Do you need motorcycle insurance or a motorcycle license to purchase a sports bike ? Do you need either of these things to buy a sports motorcycle ? I'm 19 and live in Florida. Any idea ?

How much would I pay for motorcycle insurance in Hawaii? How much would it cost to insure a 500cc or less motorcycle in Hawaii for a full-time female college student with a 3.0 or better GPA who is 19 years of age and single and has one speeding ticket on her record? I would just like a ballpark range to work with so I can decide whether or not I want to buy a motorcycle for going to college and work while I'm here in Hawaii. I passed a motorcycle safety course and have my M1 license. I want to know if I could afford the insurance.

Are there any motorcycle schools in Vancouver that offer lessons on SCOOTERS? I'm planning to get my motorcycle Learner's license soon, and I'm looking into taking lessons specifically for driving motor scooters only. I've tried looking through the phone book, but all of the schools seem to only offer lessons on normal motorcycles. Can someone recommend me a school that offers scooter lessons in Vancouver, Burnaby, or that sort of area?

Is Motorcycle insurance the same price as car insurance or is it cheaper? I had a coupld of friends that have motorcycles and some that have cars. They don't pay for their own insurance but i wanted to know if by any chance if motorcycle insurance is cheaper then auto insurance. I know auto insurance these days are sky high. But since a motorcycle is a lot smaller, shouldn't insurance for it be cheaper for it?

How much will a motorcycle loan cost me each month for 36 or 48 months ? I am planning on buying a motorcycle. I want to buy from a private seller. The motorcycle costs $9000. I plan to pay my loan back by 36-48 months. How much will my payments be each month for the 36-48 months. Is it possible to get a loan for it because its from a private seller not a dealer?

What is a good motorcycle for young motorcyclists? I am 14 and I want to get a motorcycle. What is a good, easy to ride, safe, motorcycle for beginners?

How fast must the motorcycle leave the cliff top to land on a level ground below? A movie stunt driver on a motorcycle speeds horizontally off a 50.0 m high cliff. How fast must the motorcycle leave the cliff top to land on a level ground below, 90.0 m from the base of the cliff where the cameras are? Ignore air resistance.

What is the best motorcycle chain lubricant? What is the best lube for motorcycle chains for on/off road bikes? On my bicycle and snowblower, I have always used full synthetic 20w-50 motor oil from an oil drip can. Other people have told me to use silicone, white lithium spray, bearing grease, or even that special "chain lube" which comes in a spray can. Should I just keep using motor oil or should I use one of the others I mentioned on my motorcycle?

What is the best motorcycle for new comer? I have been looking into getting a motorcycle and I was wondering what would be the best type for someone new to motorcycles? I am looking looking into something around 250cc. I heard the Ninja 250r is great. Any suggestions/ tips on makes or modules? Thanks for your time

How much will a motorcycle finance cost each month for 36 or 48 months ? I am planning on buying a motorcycle. I want to buy from a private seller. The motorcycle costs $9000. I plan to pay my loan back by 36-48 months. How much will my payments be each month for the 36-48 months. Is it possible to get a loan for it because its from a private seller not a dealer?

Can we start riding Motorcycle if you already have Car License? Or you have to get a license for motorcycle too, and do you have to wear the motorcycle suit thing?

How do you get a motorcycle home from a dealership if a beginner? I just got a motorcycle license and am going to buy a motorcycle from a dealership that is relatively far. I am not confident if I can ride on freeways and busy traffic.

How do motorcycle permits work when you turn 18? I am currently 17 years old, and am turning 18 here in September. I've taken a motorcycle safety course and am ready to get my license, but I was wondering what will happen when I turn 18. I know usually for permits you have to wait a year to get your endorsement, but when I turn 18 will I be able to just switch it to the endorsement instead of waiting? If not I'll just have to wait till September to get the endorsement.

How do you get a motorcycle license as a first license? I'm asking for information on what steps are needed to get the permit then the transition to the motorcycle license. I am 18 and I have no drivers license, but I just want to get a motorcycle license. I also forgot to add that I'm in NYS and please guys let me know like the transition as said earlier from first permit to license. Will a Driver License really be needed before getting a motorcycle? Will I have to get a junior license before hand?

What website sells the smallest motorcycle helmet cam? I am looking to get a small camera that will fit inside my motorcycle helmet. So I will record as I ride. Can someone refer me to a website where I can purchase a camera that goes inside my motorcycle helmet?

How do I register my motorcycle from out of state when it has never been registered before? I bought a motorcycle in Alabama. The motorcycle has never been registered. I live in South Carolina now, but I am a Florida resident. I can't find any paperwork on the bike at all. How do I go about getting the bike registered?

Is it possible to trade in a motorcycle for a car? I have a motorcycle, but I want a car now...My motorcycle is an 06...Does anyone think that I will be able to trade the motorcycle in for like a down payment on a car or is this thought just silly?

What sport motorcycle would you pick and why? I'm interested in buying a 600 class sport motorcycle and wanted to get the opinion from the public on what you would pick and why. I'm looking at kawasaki ninja, yamaha R6, Suzuki GSX-R and Honda CBR. Any and all positives and negatives please.

What is the difference between motorcycle and motorized bicycle? I'm reading the DMV manual to try to get a motorcycle permit and the first paragraph says this: According to New Jersey law, a motorcycle can be a motor bike, a bicycle with a motor attached or any motor-operated vehicle of the bicycle or tricycle type, except for a motorized bicycle.

How do I sell my motorcycle with negative equity? I'm trying to sell my motorcycle, but I'm upside down. Can I sell the motorcycle and take out a loan to pay off the negative equity. How would this work? Thanks.

What are motorcycle death, and injury statistics in states requiring helmet use, as compared to that of cars? Any information on motorcycle statistics is helpful, same with cars, thanks!

How do you check your motorcycle oil level? I have a glass circle, with a low and high point on my motorcycle engine, for checking oil level, and obviously the oil level has to be in between the two, and im quite sure this should be checked when the bike is fully stood up. But, im unsure whether this oil level should be checked when the motorcycle is running, or after it ran when the oil is hot, or after the oil is cooled down. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks alot.

Is a motorcycle a good investment when I already own a car? I own an old Super Beetle, and a 95 Camaro. I was wondering if it is worth the money to buy a sportsbike because they have such good gas mileage. I live in a small town and a motorcycle would be nice to ride instead of driving around.

Will buying a motorcycle be cheaper at the end of the year? I am planning on buying a motorcycle soon. A Kawasaki Ninja 250R as it's my first bike. Will they be cheaper when January starts, like an end of the year or new year sale?

What kind of motorcycle is good for beginners? I would like to buy a motorcycle in the next few months, whats a good bike to get under 5-8k? Basicly to get around town no highway driving but don't want a moped. Is learning 5-6 speed transmission hard to work. Living in DFW as my sn states. Thanks

What makes a motorcycle be able to brake faster than a bicycle? I know a few reasons however would appreciate it if someone can explain some of the physics - how the kinetic energy is dissipated and why a motorcycle (even tough it has far me KE) can brake so much quicker. Tell me all the reasons if possible not just that the tyres are bigger.

How do I prepare for a motorcycle crash? Everyone thinks riding motorcycles is dangerous. But I ride one anyways.I have been in a crash before don't know how to prepare for a crash. Say you are speeding and a vehicle comes head on, what should you do if the vehicle is too close to dodge. There are many types of settings before a crash so if anyone has tips for other tips as well on other settings concerning motorcycle crashes please do list them.

What are the motorcycle license terms and restrictions in illinois? I am just wondering what the cc rate is for each motorcycle class, and if you have to be a certain age for them... And if to get a certain license do you have to take a course.

What is the difference between a motorcycle jacket and a bomber jacket? What is the difference between a motorcycle jacket and a bomber jacket? They look so similar to me. sometimes I think I know the difference but then I see someone walking around with one that looks completely like a motorcycle one to me and calling it a bomber one. If you could put an end to my confusion, it'd be much appreciated.

Can you ride a cruiser style motorcycle like the GZ250 or the V-Star 250 during the winter? I was thinking of buying one of these bikes for my first vehicle because I don't have the money for a car and because these bikes are much more fuel efficient than cars. So, only having the motorcycle I would need to use it year round. So, can I? Also, if going straight to riding a motorcycle is a bad idea please tell me. Thanks.

How to test motorcycle charging system wattage at different rpms? Hi I have a motorcycle that is rated at 435 watts at 7000 rpms, but I do not ride at that rpm and ride mostly at 3000 to 4000 rpms and want to know how many watts are being produced at these rpms so I can figure out how much heated gear I can run with out discharging the battery. Thanks. Mike.

Do you need a motorcycle license to insure a motorcycle in the state of Oregon? I'm looking into buying a motorcycle. But I do not have my motorcycle endorcement yet. I would like to insure the motorcycle before i have my endorcement. Is there a way i can do that?

How come used motorcycle prices are staying so high? I have noticed that the price for a used motorcycle is extremely high. I have even seen many USED sport bikes selling ABOVE the MSRP. What is going on? Is it that they feel they should get their money back because they didn’t use it allot? Or is it that they only wanted it long enough to get the next newest bike and feel that they deserve their money back? This is getting out of control. I will add more details if needed.

Motorcycle Electrical system Question. How do I figure out what accessories I can run on my Motorcycle? Do I add up watts? If I have an HID headlight which takes less power than OEM, but I add 2 driving lights at 55 watts each, plus some extra LED lights. How do I know if my motorcycle electrical system can handle it reliably? I would like to avoid trial and error.

How much do you think my motorcycle leathers are worth? Okay, I have some brown motorcycle leathers. There a complete suit, trousers and top connected together. They also have a matching pair of boots the same colour. The leathers are probably on the best side of medium going to large and are official Honda leathers. They have the honda logo embroidered on them and the boots. I think they're from around 1960 -1970 in date and I would like to sell them in order to buy myself some leathers for my new motorcycle. Thanks for any answers!

What happens when they forget the motorcycle endorsement on your new license? I moved to Florida from Maine a couple of years ago, and the DMV forgot to add the motorcycle endorsement emblem on my new FL license. I have a copy of my old ME license that is inactive but shows the endorsement. Do I still have my motorcycle license or would I have to take the test again?

What type of motorcycle is good for a total beginner? If I wanted to get a motorcycle, and I had never even ridden one before, which type should I get? Also, do I have to consider size? Do you need larger bikes for taller people? I'm not really into those japanese bikes, either.

Motorcycle Purchases: Can you negotiate the price on a new purchase at a dealer? I am wondering if motorcycle dealerships work like car dealerships. I've never owned or bought a new motorcycle. I am thinking of getting one and my girlfriend may buy a scooter as well. So, I wonder if people usually negotiate the prices on these when they buy new. Thanks!

What is the optimal angle for a motorcycle ramp? I am building a ramp for a motorcycle and need to know how long the ramp should be to load the motorcycle safely. The trailer height is 20". it is a 1300 vtx.cruiser. It is approx. 6 inch at the frame

What age can i start driving a motorcycle to work in Texas? Im 14, and i know how to drive motorcycles, and i drive them on private land. when can i get my licence/permit to be able to drive a motorcycle to and from work?

Do you need a motorcycle to get your motorcycle license? I was wondering if I actually need to own a motorcycle to obtain my motorcycle license? I'm planning on getting my motorcycle later on. If so, how long until the license expires?

What does the north carolina motorcycle driving test consist of? I have my motorcycle permit and have rode around 600 miles and now I want to get the regular motorcycle license and was wondering what exactly you have to do for the test?

What happens if you leave your motorcycle in a parking garage? My boyfriend lost the key to his motorcycle and he didn't have the spare key so we had to call a locksmith to make the motorcycle key. It was really late and we had problems so the locksmith said he would come tomorrow. "Tomorrow" was when my bf had to go out of town for a few days so basically the motorcycle was left in the garage for several days. Do you think it might be towed, fined, or anything like that??? The parking garage is FREE for motorcycles.

What would be a good motorcycle to build for a beginner? I am 16 and I really like mechanics. I don't have a lot of prior knowledge but I would really enjoy build my own motorcycle while i'm still in high school. Does anyone have suggestions for a motorcycle that would be reliable and easy to maintain?

How do I get a motorcycle permit and eventually a motorcycle license? I am 20 years old and I have a regular drivers license, live in Chicago. I just want to know what I need to do in order to get my motorcycle permit and then a motorcycle license.