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When choosing a motorcycle tachometer there is a vast selection of manufacturers to choose from. Autometer tachometers are a brand that is well known amongst both motorcycle and car racing buffs. The other majoro manufacturers of tachs are: Pro1, Shindy, Dakota Digital gauges and Lightning Performance. Each of these companies makes a quality Tach for bikes.

Autometer makes Tach’s for cars and has expanded to making them for motor cycles as well. This line is called Pro-Cycle. When it comes to choosing the right Tach it is important to keep in mind the application that you are going to use it for. An easy choice is a digital Shindy unite. They are fairly easy to install and have a range of up too 19,000 RPM. Since most bikes have high revving engines it is important to find one that suits your application. Continue reading ‘What Motorcycle Tachometer To Choose Digital Or Electronic’ »

Motorcycle trips can be a wonderful experience for any rider especially if that trip involves beautiful scenery, a great route with perfect roads, and perfect weather. They can also become a nightmare if you find yourself to be improperly equipped and unprepared to handle any type of weather situation that may occur. One of my favorite trips took place in Tennessee and extended southeast to western North Carolina. Throughout this trip I was able to see some of the most beautiful countryside that Tennessee and North Carolina have to offer. The mountains and rolling rocky landscape all seemed so surreal to me when comparing them to the primarily flat agricultural landscape that exists in the upper Midwestern state of Wisconsin.
The days started out cool and crisp and I found myself doubting that I had dressed appropriately as I felt the chill of the morning air run through me. My long sleeve shirt and light neoprene jacket combo didn”t quite seem to be doing the trick. The shorty motorcycle helmet I was wearing also proved inadequate as the cool air whipped past my neck and ears, contributing to the chill that was flowing through my body. I had packed my full face motorcycle helmet, but it was strapped to the luggage rack on the back of my motorcycle, and there wouldn”t be a stop for quite some time. Just when I thought I would have to pull over on my own to switch helmets, and possibly throw on a heavier jacket, the coolness seemed to subside and the warm air would start to flow in. Finally, I began to feel relief from the coolness that the morning had brought on. I had learned an important lesson about the mornings in this type of landscape, and that is that you should not dress based on the temperature that is forecasted because the low lying areas surrounding the mountains tend to be much cooler. Perhaps the right thing to do would have been to start out the morning trip wearing a heavier jacket and a full face helmet, or at least a heavier jacket and maybe a face mask to accompany the half helmet. Continue reading ‘Being Preparing For A Motorcycle Trip – A Personal Reflection’ »

Imagine the thought of your loved ones receiving the terrible news of your fatal accident and how it could have been prevented if you were wearing a motorcycle helmet. Motorcycle helmets are one of the most important pieces of safety equipment that you can have when you ride a motorcycle. The length of the trip is completely irrelevant because you simply never know when an accident could occur. Why take the risk? Sure it might mess up your hair, or it may not look cool to some people, but at least you’ll be safer than if you weren’t wearing one. Plus, chances are you’ll save your loved ones from having to deal with all of the emotional pain and suffering as well.

Motorcycle helmets come in a variety of shapes, sizes, styles, and colors, which means that choosing the right one for you can sometimes be quite confusing. The important thing to remember is that you should always look for helmets that meet DOT standards and specifications. No, this does not mean that the DOT approves the helmet. It simply means that the helmet meets or exceeds the minimum safety standards set forth by the DOT and will help in protecting you in the event of a crash. DOT motorcycle helmets are often times required in some cases. One example would be if you are going to take a riders course to get your motorcycle license. More often than not you will be required to bring your own DOT motorcycle helmet. Another motorcycle helmet characteristic to consider when making a purchase is the material that the helmet is composed of. A good solid helmet will be made of fiber-reinforced composites (fiberglass) or a thermoplastic like polycarbonate. Regular old plastic helmets will not do the trick. If you’re not sure what the helmet is made of, here is a simple test that you can try out to get an idea if the helmet is good enough to buy. Turn the helmet over, grab the edges of the shell just below the ear pockets, and pull outward with both hands. A strong helmet should not bow easily. If it does, you probably should try out a different helmet. Continue reading ‘Something You Should Know About Motorcycle Helmets’ »

Everyone wants to drive a fast automobile! Driving fast gives pleasure to some. And other reason is to get anywhere in time!! With very short time available in the present busy world it has become mandatory for all of us to reach our destinations at the earliest possible! As a result, up-gradation of the car engine will give extra ordinary results. The best way to improve the performance quality of your ride is to install the performance chip. They increase the overall performance of the engine there by giving more power output. The engine performance chip is one of the new developments in the automobile industry and the most promising invention!!!

The performance chips are developed after research for a decade. The product is by well trained and professional experts. Thus one can be sure of the quality and performance of the product and there will not be any adverse effect on the engine or other parts. They are designed to throw out the hidden power of your automobile. These are computer chips which controls the activities of the engine based on the program loaded. The product can revolutionize the automobile industry. Continue reading ‘Want To Zip Through The Air??? Here Is The Performance Chip!!’ »

hen it comes to choosing the right motorcycle helmet, it’s hard to decide which shape, style, and size is going to best fit your needs. Because there so many different types of helmets available today, it’s important that you research the pros and cons of each type of helmet, consider the features of each motorcycle helmet style, and then weigh all of those factors in when determining which helmet is the right one for you.

So what are the pros and cons of each motorcycle helmet style? Well there are so many that if we decided to discuss each and every detail about every type of helmet, we would be here for days. So let’s stick to the basics and talk briefly about the major categories of motorcycle helmets which are full face helmets, three quarter shell helmets, and half shell helmets. Continue reading ‘Which Motorcycle Helmet Is Right For You?’ »

Trevor Leckey is a man with little fear of challenge. A very successful British quad champion & Irish Quad champion prior to his racing accident, Trevor is still very much at the heart of motorcycle road racing and motorpsort racing in Ireland.
His Company, Stoneyford Concrete are the principal sponsor of the Ulster Grand Prix in 2009 and supported the Armoy Race which was the first new race in 50 years in Ireland. This website and Blog relating to Trevor Lecky and his story of bravery and courage since his accident left him fighting for his life. Trevor has been battling his way back into full participation and does not judge his lower paralysis as a disability but a challenge. Trevor and his good pal Ivor Skelton who also suffered a similar sporting accident, are possibly the most inspiring people you could listen to and learn from as men who are ‘Built Tough and getting on with it’. Continue reading ‘Trevor Leckey Is A Man With Little Fear Of Challenge’ »

When it comes to comfort when riding a aftermarket bike seat is a must. Motorcycle Seats are produced by a variety of manufacturers. The main ones being Sargent, Corbin and Mustang.

When choosing a motorcycle seat there are really two factors that come in to play. One is definitely the look of the seat on your bike and the other is the comfort level that can be achieved by the upgrade. Continue reading ‘Upgrading Your Bike Seat From Stock To Aftermarket’ »

There are many ways to improve the looks of your bike. One of the easiest upgrades which usually improves the looks of your bike as well as the comfort of the ride for the rider and passenger alike is to get a new aftermarket motorcycle seat.

There are so many manufacturers of quality aftermarket motor cycle seats one is bound to carry a seat that will fit any American made or metric cruiser as well as sport bikes. Continue reading ‘Seat Covers And Accessories For Riding Comfort And Custom Looks’ »

If you have been looking at buying a motorized scooter and trying to decide which one would be right for you, then there are two main questions you need to answer:

1. Is it for leisure or for commuting to and from work?

2. How far will you be traveling?

When faced with the many different models of electric scooters, these questions will help you decide which one is right for you. Everything else depends on other factors like your journey and your preferences.

Electric scooters come in two types: Stand up and Sit down.

Average range is about 8 miles but this does depend on the terrain, weight of the passenger, strength of wind etc. Personally I’d go for the 350 watt electric motor scooters or above, as they have more power.

Continue reading ‘Motorized Scooter – Pick the Best Motorized Scooter For You’ »

Just like so many industries these days the bike helmet industry is filled with many competitors. Many well established companies are making biker helmets today. Also new quality helmet makers are emerging on the scene.

Scorpion is probably the most notable. This company makes discount motorcycle helmets in a sense. I say this because the quality of the helmet that they produce would usually go for double from any other brand name manufacturer of biker helmet. Continue reading ‘Choosing A Motorcycle Helmet With The Features You Want’ »