Posts tagged ‘cruisers’

One of the joys of owning your own motorcycle is the custom bits that you can use to customize the bike. Parts like Forward Controls and risers as well as handlebars can change the look of your cruiser instantly with very little investment. Also most of these mods can be done on your own. Custom forward controls are a great way to give any metric cruiser or American Road Hog a more custom chopper look. A nice set of straight bars can also give your ride a real drag bike look. especially when you combine them with a set of handle bar risers. There are several manufacturers to choose from when it comes to customizing your cruiser.

For a great set of custom motorcycle handlebars Flanders has one of the biggest selections around. This manufacturer carries anything from your classic handlebars to straight bars to ape hangers. Whatever your flavor you’re likely to find custom handlebars by Flanders. Carlini Design is another quality maker of handlebars. Their selection is not as extensive as Flanders, however they make up for it with some very unique handlebars with a nice custom look. There are many more makers of handlebars but these two are the ones I am most familiar with.

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Yes, a custom chopper motorcycle can cost you but the end result — the speed, grace, form and beauty of the bike — more than make up for all your troubles. Why throw it all to waste and let wear and tear set in? After all, prevention is still better than cure, particularly when it comes to mechanical systems. Learn the basics of proper maintenance for your custom chopper motorcycle with these tips:

Perform regular checkups
Some of the most common problems on custom chopper motorcycles that cost money to fix involve the body of the bike. On regular intervals, check parts such as tires, brakes, cables, chain case, seals, drive belt, hydraulic lines, fittings, lights, spark plugs, battery and brakes. The earliest signs of damage and wear and tear can be noted through simple visual and tactile observation.

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A motorcycle is not only a cool, sporty ride, it can also be a very convenient and fast way of commuting. If you’re in the market for a motorcyle, chances are you will find yourself faced with at least a dozen choices. Most major manufacturers of motorbikes come out with at least one new model of their popular series each year and as consumer choices widen, so does confusion on your part. How to choose what type of motorcycle is right for you? Here are four types of motorcyles to choose from:

Know your motorcyle
There are several types of motorcycles you can choose from. These are:

The Scooter
The scooter is an excellent choice for the inexperienced or younger rider. They are built smaller and have lighter engines. They are the most convenient type of motorcyle you can buy, quite portable and practical. Maintenance-wise, they are also the least complicated — very ideal for the novice driver or someone who doesn’t want a high-maintenance unit.

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