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Practice Riding my First Motorcycle Any Advice?

Question by Steve S: Practice Riding my First Motorcycle Any Advice? Im 22 years old. I just bought my first motorcycle a 2003 Triumph Bonneville America with 900miles. I havent rode ANY bike before , however I am taking a 4 day safety course in two weeks to help get me more acquanted . I [...]

Questions about Winter storage of my Motorcycle?

Question by Steve S: Questions about Winter storage of my Motorcycle? Well this is my first bike and my first winter with her. I live in Michigan. I have a Triumph Bonneville America. I have practically no mechanical knowledge and Im learning as I go with all the ins and outs of motorcycle maintenance. I [...]

Need Full Face Motorcycle Helmet for around $100?

Question by Steve S: Need Full Face Motorcycle Helmet for around 0? I want a black full face motorcycle helmet thats comfortable and good for a beginner. I jsut bought a Triumph Bonneville America as my first motorcycle and want to make sure I have a comfortable helmet thats also safe. Im a student so [...]

Towing new Motorcycle in the Rain?

Question by Steve S: Towing new Motorcycle in the Rain? Just bought my new Triumph Bonneville America and need to pick it up in Ohio and drive it back to Michigan tomorrow (Wednesday). The problem is that its supposed to rain and thunderstorm the whole day in both places. I rented the Uhaul Motorcycle trailer [...]

Safe to Ride Motorcycle with 4 front wheel spokes gone?

Question by Steve S: Safe to Ride Motorcycle with 4 front wheel spokes gone? I have no experience riding and will be taking a pretty long extensive class on riding. The bike I bought for my first is a Triumph Bonneville America. Its in great shape but 4 of the front wheel spokes broke off [...]

what do i need to know to travel across south america on a motorcycle?

Question by dzialmn: what do i need to know to travel across south america on a motorcycle? I want to ride across south america on a triumph bonneville and want to know any useful info, like gun laws, money and points of interest. i dont care about bad neighborhoods or anything like that. i want [...]

Anyone Know of a good motorcycle mechanic shop in Ann Arbor Michigan?

Question by Steve S: Anyone Know of a good motorcycle mechanic shop in Ann Arbor Michigan? I need to get my Triumph Bonneville America’s wheel re-spoked. Any ideas of a good shop in the Ann Arbor Michigan area? Best answer: Answer by dirtytricksracing@sbcglobal.netAny good bike shop should be able to take care of that . [...]

My Motorcycle has some rust building on it, need advice on removing mild rust?

Question by Steve S: My Motorcycle has some rust building on it, need advice on removing mild rust? I live in Michigan and bought a Triumph Bonneville America last fall. I have it currently parked under my apartment’s car port and chained to a bar near the bike. I made the mistake of waiting to [...]

Q&A: Do you think its okay to leave a motorcycle parked outdoors?

Question by Steve S: Do you think its okay to leave a motorcycle parked outdoors? Im getting ready to get my first bike. A Triumph Bonneville America. Im also moving to a new apartment. Im trying to figure out if its worth it to get a Car Port to park the bike under or if [...]

Where Can I buy Motorcycle Accessories in Michigan Besides Harley Dealers?

Question by Steve S: Where Can I buy Motorcycle Accessories in Michigan Besides Harley Dealers? I live in Ann Arbor so if anyone is aware of any shops other than harley dealers that sell motorcycle accessories please fill me in. I just bought my first bike a Triumph Bonneville America and I need the whole [...]