By Kat B.

It doesn't matter if you're tall or short, younger or older, if you want to ride your own motorcycle, YOU CAN! I thought I would never have my own ride. I thought I was too short, I wasn't strong enough, and I was too old. I WAS WRONG. Here's how I got started.

I had been riding behind my husband for probably 20 years off and on, never going anywhere in particular, and just seeing the country roads on the weekends. One day it struck me like a bolt out of the blue. I could see a whole lot more if his head wasn't in the way! I'd had my own bike once before, but I either had to stop at a curb or have someone taller on the back. What a joke that was, not to mention dangerous. That was 1984 and I never tried to learn again after that fiasco. I just thought I was stuck on the back forever. After my epiphany that day on the country road, I bought a 2003 Harley Superglide and just thought I could jump on and go. WRONG!! Riding responsibly and having a good time takes some preparation.

I strongly recommend a motorcycle safety course, available around the country, as opposed to learning from a friend, and here's why:

1. Everyone in the class is a new rider, so nobody laughs.
2. The instructors are experts.
3. It's a huge confidence builder before riding with friends or relatives.

By Cary Fank

Today's world is full of glamour and fashion, which is true for both human beings and machines. Motorcycle light bulbs are also part of this technological revolution and you will find lights, which are not only brighter but also longer lasting for your motorcycles. Motorcycle lights come in different sizes. Good light can attract attention. A motorcycle is one of the fastest and sleekest modes to commute.

A motorcycle designed for the road includes headlight in front, tail lights on the back of the motorcycle and blinkers on the side for safety reasons. Light lights up when we apply the brake. During the night the backlight glows continuously. Front light is designed in a manner to illuminate when the motorcycle is running to provide the clear visibility. Front light includes a base and a cover over the base. Judge the technological enhancement in motorcycles by the development in it's accessories, which includes the use of modern technology in lights. Most of the motorcycle lights looks alike but have some technical differences.

By James W Turner

So you just went out and bought a new motorcycle and you want to protect that new shine, and keep the chrome sparkling in the sun. One of the best investments you can add to your accessory list is a motorcycle cover.

There are so many covers out there to choose from. Finding the right cover that suite your needs and fits your bike is one of the biggest challenges, when buying a good quality motorcycle cover.

Before choosing your new cover there are several things you will need to consider. What, where, and when will you be using the cover? Based on these questions, we can break down the different features that you will want to consider.

If you will be using your cover to protect it from the weather elements all year around, then you will want to make sure you get a cover that provides excellent UV protection and is waterproof. You should also make sure that the motorcycle cover is a good fit, so that rain and snow do not have any collection points when you have the cover on the bike. Appropriate tie down points are also critical.