MyBB Motorcycle Owners Thread

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Hamster said:
So I get this urge every year to go get my learners again (currently have A1 license..haven't ridden in over 10 years) because I REALLY like the XT250 and REALLY want one.

What's the best bike school/licencing department these days? I heard Krugersdorp is a way better bet than Randburg.
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Sounds like someone needs the actual test sent to them... ;) No need to spend money on lessons
 
Mike7 said:
Anyone know a good place to buy gear in Cape Town?

I'm a beginner biker, do I need to buy a full kit? I was thinking of just buying the Helmet, Gloves and Jacket first and the boots and pants at a later stage?

Also what kind of Brand, Helmet should I be looking at?
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Buy the most expensive lid you can afford. In fact. Work out what you can afford and then save for another 2 months. Only cheap heads go in cheap helmets...
 
Mike7 said:
Anyone know a good place to buy gear in Cape Town?

I'm a beginner biker, do I need to buy a full kit? I was thinking of just buying the Helmet, Gloves and Jacket first and the boots and pants at a later stage?

Also what kind of Brand, Helmet should I be looking at?
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TracMac, Motorcycle world, Flying Brick, and dealerships of course.

As for brand of helmet - the one that fits properly. I'll try find the link that describes a good procedure when test fitting
 
Baxteen said:
cut my teeth on a scooter. was hooked. then a 50cc off road because I am a male south african and that is as important as Rugby and Biltong.
then in Uni I had a Vuka for between campuses, that I rode between Boksburg and Pretoria becasue reasons.
that eventually died because I did not service it.

then I bought the Superlight because a new bike with a warranty is better than a second hand bike for the same price right? (WORST DECISION EVER).

after 2 years I cut my losses, took out a loan for double the amount I needed, sold the POS bought the Virago.
when that is paid off I will consider buying another bike, but that Virago will be mine until some Crazy event forces me to get rid of it.
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Having had the inclination and wherewithal to fix most of my own stuff - I often offered to help friends fix their Chinese bikes. The workmanship and quality of materials is shocking. Would never buy a Chinese bike.
 
Mike7 said:
Thoughts?
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Fit fit fit
Way more important than price. A poorly fitting R10k helmet wont do half of what a properly fitting R1k helmet does (assuming they have similar crash test ratings and certifications of course).

edit: I wanted a Shark for myself for instance, but the fit just wasn't there. Ended up with a Scorpion
 
Archer said:
Fit fit fit
Way more important than price. A poorly fitting R10k helmet wont do half of what a properly fitting R1k helmet does (assuming they have similar crash test ratings and certifications of course).

edit: I wanted a Shark for myself for instance, but the fit just wasn't there. Ended up with a Scorpion
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I definitely need to go in and actually try some of them on. Was just wondering which brands and models are good.
 
SlinkyMike said:
Seriously though: where are the street bike guys at?
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I'm 33 and my bike has Street in it's name so surely I qualify?

Or did you mean superbikes?

Baxteen said:
duel purpose or tourers just cant make up their mind. you sit upright but your feet are behind you. and you can lean forward and still be comfortable.
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Actually the feet are never behind you...I've never actually seen any bike do that not even a superbike.

Normally calf and thigh are at a 90-degree angle to each other on most Tourer/Duallies whereas on a sporty cruiser it's often the same but much more uncomfortable due to lower seat and on a regular cruiser your legs are almost straight...which means the wind goes up your pants.
 
skeptic_SA said:
Shoei / AGV / Bell / HJC (in no particular order)
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I would say Bell is your best value and safest option but has less features.

Shoei and AGV are normally very different in fit and both are the pricier options but have more features (sun visors etc).

HJC I can't comment on personally but always saw them as cheaper nastier options.

I will never buy a Shark again and would probably try and HJC before I'm forced to do so.
 
SauRoNZA said:
I'm 33 and my bike has Street in it's name so surely I qualify?

Or did you mean superbikes?



Actually the feet are never behind you...I've never actually seen any bike do that not even a superbike.

Normally calf and thigh are at a 90-degree angle to each other on most Tourer/Duallies whereas on a sporty cruiser it's often the same but much more uncomfortable due to lower seat and on a regular cruiser your legs are almost straight...which means the wind goes up your pants.
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Street Triple? must be... but yea, nakeds count for sure!

SauRoNZA said:
I would say Bell is your best value and safest option but has less features.

Shoei and AGV are normally very different in fit and both are the pricier options but have more features (sun visors etc).

HJC I can't comment on personally but always saw them as cheaper nastier options.

I will never buy a Shark again and would probably try and HJC before I'm forced to do so.
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I recently bought the Shoei RF1200, not sure if it's locally available yet but it is stunning. Hands down the best lid I have ever owned. It is on the pricey side so not trying to be a dick but yea - it's great.
 
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Yeah Street Triple R, although I have a Thruxton on loan.

Have a Shoei GT Air. Also great and pricey.
 
you guys are making me wonder about my helmet now.

I have a Nitro. Cant find the exact model number. had a Shark before this.

And the fit is not great. the Large is too tight and hte Extra large is a little loose. not a lot, but there is a small amount of movement.

I paid R1000 for it, but it was at the full throttle clearance store, the real store is up the road, so I just assumed it was marked down due to the clearance store closing down soon....
 
So, I've never driven a bike before.

Mine is arriving on Monday, and Tuesday I will need to get to work on it. Any advice? Good resources to figure out how to drive the damn thing?
 
copacetic said:
So, I've never driven a bike before.

Mine is arriving on Monday, and Tuesday I will need to get to work on it. Any advice? Good resources to figure out how to drive the damn thing?
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Get someone to help you. If you have a park close to you take the bike there and practice on the grass. Start on your lawn if you can. Alternative would be a open parking lot but tar causes more damage than grass, Take it very slow. Start with clutch control, to pull away. Once you have that down, then pull away and shift into to second. Practice practice practice. Before you go anywhere make sure that you are in full control of the bike and know all of the controls as second nature.
 
Baxteen said:
you guys are making me wonder about my helmet now.

I have a Nitro. Cant find the exact model number. had a Shark before this.

And the fit is not great. the Large is too tight and hte Extra large is a little loose. not a lot, but there is a small amount of movement.

I paid R1000 for it, but it was at the full throttle clearance store, the real store is up the road, so I just assumed it was marked down due to the clearance store closing down soon....
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Some useful crash testing results:
http://sharp.direct.gov.uk/

More expensive lid = better features, but not always better safety
Take for example the shark evoline 3 modular. It flipped open 43% of the time during tests. Personally, I'd never buy a modular (and I wear glasses).
 
Hogrod said:
Some useful crash testing results:
http://sharp.direct.gov.uk/

More expensive lid = better features, but not always better safety
Take for example the shark evoline 3 modular. It flipped open 43% of the time during tests. Personally, I'd never buy a modular (and I wear glasses).
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I had a Spirit helmet for my first helmet. i had nothing to compare it to, and then I tried a HJC on and it was like night and day. Yes it was double the cost but the comfort and better fitting for me was worth it, and it had a safety rating in the Sharp site (above). Next helmet hopefully be even better.
The Spirit Helmet was a pile of **** made with crap inner liners that'll annoy you after 3 months.
 
Hogrod said:
Some useful crash testing results:
http://sharp.direct.gov.uk/

More expensive lid = better features, but not always better safety
Take for example the shark evoline 3 modular. It flipped open 43% of the time during tests. Personally, I'd never buy a modular (and I wear glasses).
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Edit: FYI, a good safety helmet rating won't help you not die from being a douche bag :)
 
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