Showing posts with label Motorcycle Gear. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Motorcycle Gear. Show all posts

Wednesday, December 29, 2010

Motorcycle seat heights of fancy

Believe it or not, the most common concern of motorcycle riders who are new to the motorcycle riding field is the height of the motorcycle seat.

Basically, all riders want to sit comfortably on their motorcycle while at the same time have their feet easily flat on ground.

However, the fact of the matter is that it is quite possible to ride a motorcycle with the rider not having the need to flat-foot the vehicle, many new motorcycle riders still prefer to have full control and balance in order to keep the motorcycle upright when halted.

Therefore, the height of the motorcycle is a vital issue.

Manufacturers of motorcycles have their own list of seat heights for each motorcycle model in every specification.

But it is better if info regarding motorcycle seat heights is listed on a page that covers all motorcycle models and makes.

Thankfully, this year, a slew of motorcycle websites were able to list the seat height for the current motorcycle models.

Such a list is available below. The heights are arranged from the seat that is the lowest to the seat that is the highest.

The measurement of the seats are given in inches. Along with the height is also the make, year, model of the motorcycles.

Take note that the list below of seat heights were released in connection with the similar release of the 2006 motorcycle specifications.

The below specifications are currently available for motorcycles such as the Harley-Davidson, Buell, Honda, Suzuki, Kawasaki, Yamaha Star Line, BMW’s Data.

Fortunately, such info on the motorcycle seat heights would benefit greatly those new motorcycle riders and even those who have considerable experience riding motorcycles.

So riders of motorcycles that are shorter in height, a seat whose height is lower would be perfect.

Meanwhile, motorcycle riders that are taller need to look for bikes which offer higher seat heights.

On the average, most manufacturers of motorcycles create bikes that fit a motorcycle rider whose height ranges anywhere between five to six feet.

If you are taller or shorter than this specified height, fear not. There will always be motorcycles out there which you can raise or lower, and which eventually would fit you.

All in all, height does matter, what matters most is how well and how safe you allow yourself to ride your motorcycle.

Must Haves Motorcycle Gears

If you are a motorcycle enthusiast and starting to collect motorcycle gear that will give you that perfect ride, this article will provide you just the basic information to start up.

Many starting motorcycle riders are in confusion on what clothing, motorbike accessories and other survival kits are needed in order to enjoy the fun of this exciting vehicle. More often than not, given all the available resources and accessories around, it’s just so hard to decide what to buy.

If you are conscious, you will come up with a long list of motorcycle gear, but the question now falls on the frequency of usage of the accessories in question. Will you be using all of these accessories that often? Are there more needed accessories that you need?

With all those questions in mind, it is best that we have all the needed answers in order to and keep you from frustration and protect your savings at the same time. Below are the lists of motorbike accessories that you need to have before you hang off that driving seat and get the ride of your life!

Clothing

Clothing style is very important if you are a motorbike user. Although it isn't required that you have all the motorbike clothes, there are specifics that you will need to consider.

a. Top. T-shirts decorated with all motorcycle-related stuffs similar to what you see with famous motorcycle riders are the best. Leather jackets are a needed top accessory.

Get one which allows the air to circulate inside the jacket in order to prepare you in the summer season. Some signature jackets like Joe Rocket, Roadgear and Hein Gericke are the jacket brands of choice.

b. Pants and Boots. Pants shouldn't be that of ordinary pants. Leather pants and chaps are OK. Boots with soles made up of genuine rubber are necessary in order to keep your foeet on the ground when you stop down the road.

c. Helmets. It is a fact that most governments around require motorcycle users to wear helmets at all times. Since motorbikers are prone to accidents, it is necessary to wear one. Wear a full-face helmet that will keep your head from the distracting sun rays, bugs and water when raining.

Survival Kits

a. Reflective Vest. Keeps you visible along the road.
b. Ear plugs. Protects your ears from any induced effects of air pressure while travelling.
c. First Aid Kits and Tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, sparkplugs, and loc-tite.