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The Ultimate Guide To Motorcycle Windshields
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ShamRock229
ParticipantThese are good mesh jackets. Just to give you some options/what to look for.
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/1/39/10937/CITEM/Scorpion-Cool-Rod-Mesh-Jacket-Closeouts.aspx
ParticipantSounds to me like your bike is on the verge of stalling because youre not matching your engine speed with your road speed. If you’re in a higher gear and slow down or drop in rpms, you need to downshift to keep your engine from stalling out. I usually shift at around 6k and will keep anywhere from 4-6k when commuting. It also kind of depends on what bike you have because sometimes 4k is too buzzy for me. At any rate, you dont want your rpms to be too low or too high. Make sure that you also engage the clutch when coming to a stop or doing any significant braking, otherwise the bike will stall, which will lead to a dropped bike if you arent careful. You will get a good grasp of all this when you take your class. Personally, I wouldnt do too much riding until you actually take the class. You dont want to learn any bad riding habits or mess up your new baby by commiting a simple error. I would use the 2 weeks to complete all of the maintainence that was discussed above, that way as soon as you get done with the class, the bike will be ready to go.
And as for the gear, I have a JR mesh jacket that works well for me. Of course JR is a rather cheap brand, but I’m only using it for the summer months down here in GA because it is also hot and humid. You can find a partial mesh jacket that has reenforced material in the shoulders, elbows etc. Although a well ventilated textile is also a good option, especially for a beginner. As for gloves, make sure you try them on before you buy them. Theyre almost the trickiest things to find a proper fit for, next to a helmet. You dont want them too tight, but you dont want them too loose either.
Anyways, good luck with your class, and dont forget to have fun!
ParticipantGood job on getting the permit and being smart about taking the class. What kind of bikes are you interested in?
ParticipantI wish we had some roads like that down here in GA.
Heck, I’ve never even seen snow in real life before lol
ParticipantYou should try looking for a pair of passenger grab bars for the er6n. It is the brother bike of the 650r and it has the same tail.
Here’s a listing for them on Ebay.
The guy selling them is a guy from http://www.kawiforums.com/ninja-650r-er6 . He’s reliable and very informative.
One more thing, wherever you order them from, make sure it includes the bars AND the mounting hardware. Good luck!
ParticipantYeah I agree…finding a good jacket with a decent amount of USEABLE pockets can be rough. My fieldsheer jacket has 2 pockets on the front, and 3 on the inside, so its not that bad, but my joe rocket only has the 2 pockets on the front. I usually keep my usual stuff (cellphone, mp3, etc.) in my tankbag if I wear my JR jacket because theres no where else to put them.
As for the registration/insurance…I keep my insurance card in my wallet, and another form of proof of insurance plus my registration in a plastic bag under the seat with the bike manual.
ParticipantWow, its nice to have a company reply back to you in a short amount of time and actually answer your questions. I have actually been thinking about getting a S&S jacket myself.
ParticipantEon 1 – Bird 0
ParticipantHaha thats hilarious about the plastic bag. I wouldnt know what to think if I saw that on the street, much less what I would do if it happened to me.
I also forgot to add bugs to the list above…especially when the love-bugs come out. It’s unbelievable how many there are and I definitely would not want them splattered onto my face. It’s a pain just cleaning their goo off of my helmet.
And yeah, it is ridiculous! I ride down there every now and then to get from Valdosta to Lake Park. It’s not a bad little route, but that train junction sucks. To add insuilt to injury, if you do get caught there, you have to sit there while you drown in sulfuric air. So not only are you roasting while waiting, but you have to smell rotten eggs in the process!
ParticipantJust kidding.
Full face all the way. And not just for the great reasons listed above, but even if you don’t crash, you still have to deal with many hazards and items that get slung up in your face (water, dirt, rocks, oil, bird poo, roadkill, or my personal favorite, burning cigarette butts. those are awesome) I’ve even had an acorn smack me in the face when riding with a full face helmet and just the visor up (I got caught at night with a smoked visor…not fun). Plus, I have also heard that once you reach a certain speed, you actually get too much wind in your face and the helmet/ride becomes uncomfortable. As for ventilation, the worst time I have with a full face is usually just sitting at a long light or waiting on a train. Even then its not that bad, plus once you get going again, the airflow is great.
And if all that doesnt convince you, full face helmets just look badass. ’nuff said.
Participantgood choice! you will have a blast!
ParticipantNow that depends on whether you use packing peanuts or bubble wrap…
ParticipantAll you need is a nice box and proper return address
ParticipantYou have an awesome backyard! Nice pic!
ParticipantCongrats! I know youre going to enjoy it!
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