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When pondering the purchase of motorcycle leathers, there are several issues that one must consider. While one would think that style would be first and foremost, in actuality, it is the protection that a good set of motorcycle leathers affords the skin that is of the utmost priority for any serious biker. Leather has over the years been proven to be the best material for motorcycle clothing, due to its resistance to tear, its natural warmth, and its acting as a first layer of defense by coming between the biker and the rough asphalt road. Leather has often literally saved the skin of many bikers.

However, all leather is not the same. In this article, I will attempt to address the choices that a biker faces when purchasing motorcycle leathers. We will explore the different types of hides available, the different tanning processes, and how to tell the differences.

There are basically three hides that you will run across when looking for motorcycle leathers: pigskin, buffalo, and cowhide. You may at times find such hides as lamb skin, sheepskin etc. Just make a note that these hides are inferior and should not be considered riding grade leather.

Pigskin

Sometimes called soft Leather, pigskin is very thick and soft to the touch. It will keep you warm in the winter and looks very nice. There is nothing wrong with soft leather (pigskin or lambs skin) except that it has a tendency to tear, is not very durable, and is not considered riding grade leather. If you are looking for the biker look but do not ride, pigskin is the way to go! Also, for garments that are not necessarily worn for protection, (such as leather vests) pigskin and lambs skin are excellent choices due to their suppleness and pliability. There are many fine styles available in soft leather and it is the least expensive leather out there. If you ride, stay away from pigskin for protection; spend the extra money to protect yourself with some true riding grade motorcycle leathers.

Buffalo Hide

Another high quality leather, buffalo hide is not from the North American buffalo, but the water buffalo, a native of India and Pakistan. Many leather products come from this part of the world, and the Pakistanis are world renown for their expertise in the manufacturing of leather garments. Buffalo hide is also very thick (ca 1.2mm) and can be tanned in both top grain and naked leather processes. Durable and not easily torn, buffalo hide, though not as common as cowhide, is considered to be riding grade leather.

Cowhide

The most common material used for motorcycle leathers is cowhide, chosen for its strength and durability. It is anywhere from 1-1.3mm thick, depending on the tanning process, is naturally warm, and will afford the utmost protection against road rash. The ultimate in riding grade leather, cowhide is the choice of bikers everywhere.

Whichever type of hide you choose, you need to also understand the tanning process, and how it adds or detracts from the quality of the leather. Leather was once the skin of an animal, and therefore must go through a tanning process to strengthen it, and to keep it from decomposing. Tanning makes the skin stable and rot proof without sacrificing its structure and strength. The tanning process involves several stages, including the removal of the hair and the outer layer of skin, as well as the fatty part of the flesh. The hide is then stabilized by one of several methods using animal oils, alum, chrome salts or vegetable tanning. How it is actually finished determines the quality, or riding grade, for our purposes.

To fully understand choices available, one must first understand the term grain. The grain is the epidermis, or outer layer of the animals skin. While imperfections such as cuts, scars, and scratches will exist, the grain in its natural state has the best fiber strength, and therefore the best durability. The grain also has natural breathability, resulting in greater comfort to the wearer.

Finished Split Leather

The middle or lower section of a hide that has been split into two or more thicknesses. A polymer coating is applied and embossed to mimic grain leather. Finished splits should only be used in low stress applications because they basically have no grain. If the polymer coating is left out it is often used to make suede. Not considered to be riding grade, but can look good nevertheless.

Top Grain Leather

Top grain leather has been sanded to remove scars and imperfections, then sprayed or pasted for a uniform look. The smooth side is where the hair and the natural grain used to be. Top grain is probably the most common material found in motorcycle leathers. It is not the best leather available, but with a medium price range, and thicknesses of 1 to 1.2mm, top grain leather is considered to be a strong and durable riding grade material.

Naked Leather

Also known as full-grain leather, this tanning process uses only the finest of hand picked hides. Full grain leather has only the hair removed and is not sanded to remove imperfections, thus the epidermis remains in tact. Naked (without embellishment) leather has nothing other than the dye added. Full grain naked leather requires no breaking in period and is soft to the touch from the very beginning. Hides are typically 1.3+mm thick, and must be hand picked for uniformity. The natural full-grain naked leather will wear better than other leather, and will actually improve over the years. This type of leather is the ultimate riding grade; the most sought after, and consequently, the most expensive.

How to Tell the Difference

Finished split will be thin. Most riding grade leather is at least 1mm thick. Top grain leather is the top of the skin and has small bumps all over where the hair follicles used to be. Top grain garments are somewhat stiff when new, and require a breaking in period. On the other hand, naked leather, or full grain leather is very smooth and does not exhibit the small bumps that are present in top grain. Nor is the garment stiff when new. Naked leather is soft to the touch from the beginning and requires no breaking in period.

Pigskin or pig napa mostly resembles naked leather, in that it is a soft and supple hide, and can also be very thick. Not to say that it happens often, but beware of unscrupulous retailers that try to pass pigskin for full grain cowhide. If its cheap, its probably pigskin. Lamb skin is also very soft and pliable, though not as thick as pigskin. Lambskin also has a smooth surface.

Things to keep in mind are that most leather garments are manufactured overseas in India, Pakistan, and China. The made in America garments are going to be the most expensive on the market, and the quality of the hide and the workmanship is not going to be that much better. Many motorcycle leathers are designed in America and made in Pakistan. As mentioned previously, Pakistan is world renown for its leather expertise, and you should be able to trust their labeling. Pakistan exports both buffalo hide and cowhide garments. Leather garments manufactured in China are usually made from pigskin. This is not to say that its always the case, but you should be able to tell by price.

Remember, if you ride, dont skimp on the motorcycle leathers, they could someday save your hide!

Michael Talbert is an online retailer of leather and textile motorcycle apparel. For more information you can visit his websites at Biker Leather Ltd. and ExtremeBikerGear.com .

When most people hear the company name BMW, they usually associate it immediately with the high end automobiles that the company is well known for. Often they picture sleek sports cars and luxury sedans that epitomize an ideal blend between safety and high speed performance.

What most people don’t know, however, is that BMW had it’s beginnings in 1923 not with cars, but with motorcycle production. To this day, BMW constantly comes out with new models of motorcycles employing cutting edge technology. Their racing teams see constant action in the international racing circuits, and win quite a number of these races with regularity.

As a matter of fact, some BMW racing teams like to show off the specs of their machines by beating modified motorcycles from other groups, but they do so using only stock motorcycles that can be bought straight off the showroom floor by regular people. This impressive fact stands out and is something to bear in mind if you’re considering buying a motorcycle.

BMW has enjoyed such a high level of popularity that almost every country in the world has exclusive BMW motorcycle clubs for racers, owners, and enthusiasts. These clubs promote the popularity of BMW motorcycles by holding races, rallies, showroom events, and regular meetings among it’s members.

Aside from the high levels of speed and overall performance of it’s cars and motorcycles, however, BMW machines are also well known for one other thing. Sheer durability. BMWs are some of the toughest vehicles around, and their motorcycles also bear this same stamp of durability. Despite looking like racing bikes, which in the mind of most people means that a bike is delicate and can only function at top specs on a race track, BMW bikes have actually seen action in quite a number of off-road and all-weather competitions.

The only drawback perhaps to the BMW is it’s price tag, which tends to be higher than the average motorcycle. However, most BMW owners feel that the price is a worthwhile trade off for all the perks of the bike. As a matter of fact, it’s price and quality have made owning a BMW a status symbol.

The price actually works to the advantage of some of the more knowledgeable motorcycle enthusiasts, who have made a livelihood out of restoring BMWs or selling them to collectors. Because of the popularity and prestige of BMW, older model beemer bikes have become vintage units that can fetch a hefty price with the right people.

Lorna is a keen motorcyclist, and webmistress of
The Great Big Motorcycle Shop,
where you can find a huge range of motorcycles and scooters, parts and
accessories and motorcycle clothing.

When shopping around for a good motorcycle, keep in mind that, like every other business out there, the dealers are out to get your money. It may seem like a harsh thing to say but their main goal is to get your cash, but let’s face facts. No business is out to give away things for free. Every dealership is going to be looking for ways to maximize their profits at the expense of you, the buyer.

To avoid getting your wallet unnecessarily drained, keep in mind that when shopping for a good motorcycle, you shouldn’t simply look at the flat-out front end price of the bike. Since many dealers will have their front end prices vary, some will seek to make a profit by offering a seemingly rock bottom front end price, but will have other additional fees and charges that will make them a kickback.

These additonal charges have to be factored into the overall price when you compare motorcycle dealer offers, so that you can pick one that will offer the least strain on your budget. These additional areas to look for are the following:

Installment Payment - while the ability to pay for the price of your bike with monthly installments seems to take a huge burden off, as opposed to making a much larger 1-time cash payment or credit charge, look at the terms of payment involved in the installment package. Usually, the overall amount of money you’ll be spending will be subtly higher.

Motorcycle Loans - loan programs may seem useful too, but dealerships which offer partnerships with a bank and give you a bank loan option for financing your new motorcycle will usually tack on an added amount into the interest charges of the loan. The banks in these cases often give the dealers a kickback from the additional interest.

Warranties - extended warranties beyond the basic necessities will usually involve extra cash. Check the terms of the warranties including overall price and the duration of the warranty, as well as it’s coverage to make sure you get the best possible comprehensive warranty.

Freight, Shipping, and Handling Charges - while seemingly innocuous, quite a few dealers actually subtly hide their additional kickbacks in additional freight charges for delivering your motorcycle. Find out beforehand how much damage (financially speaking) you’ll be taking from the dealer for freight.

It is your duty as a consumer to make sure that you get the best possible deal for your money, so being able to detect these little areas where dealers make an extra (at your expense) profit are a must.

Lorna is a keen motorcyclist, and webmistress of
The Great Big Motorcycle Shop,
where you can find a huge range of motorcycles and scooters, parts and
accessories and motorcycle clothing.

Easy Light Deluxe is one brand of motorized scooters for those who are disabled or for those who are handicapped. Perhaps you have suffered an injury, and you can’t walk for a long period, a motorized scooter is going to give you back your freedom. You can get out shopping, you can visit with your friends, you can get to church, or you can get to the movies, and so much more with the use of an Easy Light Deluxe scooter.

What Is The Easy Light Deluxe Most Known For Providing?
The Easy Light is known most for being lightweight, portable, dependable and easy to use all at the same time. This is one the most popular brands of motorized scooters that is lightweight. For those who are able to walk short distances, the Easy Light gives so much personal freedom. You can lift the Easy Light from the trunk, hop on and go, all afternoon if you like. You can do so much more with out feeling too tired.

All About The Easy Light
The seat on the Easy Light is one that will conform to your body with padding. You can sit for hours while riding on the Easy Light as it is soft, and will not leave you feeling as if you are really sitting down for that long at all. The style of the Easy Light is one that is slim, and trim. You will not feel as if you are ‘taking up to much space’ while riding through the aisles in a store, and you will not take up any more space than you would if you were walking along. The Easy Light is scooters just twenty two inches wide, very trim indeed.

The Easy Light not only is going to allow you to ride through a store or mall with style, but you can round corners and take the hallways without problems. This is an easy to maneuver scooter. The Easy Light has no problem with inclines, hills or handicap ramps. You will find you can get where you want, and when you want without having to rely on anyone else to get you there.

Scooters are quite low on maintenance. They also are easy for enthusiasts to work on them at home itself. The tools required are minimal and easily available. When compared with a car which would require a professional mechanic for even routine maintenance, a gas powered motor scooter can be maintained at home itself if you know how to do some simple jobs like adjusting a carburetor jet setting or replacing a spark plug. Most scooters do not have drive belts to replace or drive chains that wear out and become loose.

Scooters are also among the easiest vehicles to maneuver in dense traffic. They can move in and out of traffic owing to their small size and easy maneuverability. An experienced scooter owner can reach the destination much faster than people who travel in cars. The advantage is something akin to bicycle messengers in New York City. Scooters are easy to park. You can park them virtually anywhere, on a sidewalk, outside your office, on the indoors, in bicycle racks etc. In most public areas, parking of motor scooters is free.

Jason recommends Extreme Scooters, Mini Scooters and Cheap Electric Scooters for more scooter buying tips and information.

Motorbikes are considered heartthrobs in the automotive world. Bikes are conventional and normal bikes are used by ordinary, middleclass people who can not afford to buy themselves a car. It would not be an over statement that 90 percent of people who step into their professional lives and start earning buy a motor bike as a means of transportation. They can take their feet off the ground and flutter away on their vehicles.

These motorcycles are economical in many ways. Some third world countries have stared producing their local scooters and bikes so that almost any person who manages to save a little amount of money can afford a scooter easily.

This goes for countries that are on their way towards development. Motor bikes are not hard to assemble and there are people who have managed to build their very own bikes.

It does not consume as much fuel as cars do and they can easily adjust themselves between cars in the parking lot!

It is hard to categorize bikes because now the ordinary Yamahas are beginning to come in the markets with the same features as those of trail or heavy bikes. Not exactly the same but a lot of features are being installed in all kinds of bikes. They are now more comfortable and smooth to ride on.

Bikes are of numerous types. An ATV drift has become dominant over the past few years. In ATV there is a raptor 700R GYTR edition it’s key features are much more advanced. It is appealing for bike lovers as it has special graphics system, all new skid plates and more powerful engine that can make this bike race in all sorts of riding environments. It is capable of riding smoothly in deserts, dunes and even thick woods. It is basically a sports bike and it is used in bike racing and over the years it has earned the reputation of the best racer in the world.

Such bikes are expensive and belong to the sporting world. They used to be rather plain featured as we have seen the trail bikes that come with extra shocks and special wheels. The latest bikes have no comparison; they are a complete package. Their bodies are light weight; they have bigger, smoother, comfortable cushion seats. And their over all performance is much more satisfying than people could imagine. Motorbikes are a joy to ride.

Jonathon Hardcastle writes articles on many topics including Automotive, Business, and Recreation

There’s no better feeling than cruising the open road on your own, completely personalized motorcycle that you built from the ground up from one of the many custom bike kits available today. But there are also a lot of “practical” reasons for building a killer custom motorcycle using custom bike kits as opposed to buying a stock motorcycle or a car. If you’re catching slack for wanting to custom build your own bike, try one or all of these logical, spouse-friendly arguments to show how your desire for a custom motorcycle is actually a benefit for the entire family.

You’ll save money on gas:
The average motorcycle gets 50 miles per gallon as opposed to a car that gets an average of 21 miles per gallon. That means once you can start using your motorcycle to commute back and forth to work, you’ll be spending half as much at the pump. When presenting your case, figure out the actual yearly savings and equate the dollar amount with an item you’re spouse has been wanting like a designer bag or a vacation get away. Now that you’ve presented an impenetrable reason to own a motorcycle in general, it’s onto making a case for custom bikes as opposed to stock motorcycles.

You’ll be home more often:
That is, at least until you’ve finished building your bike. After that it’s off to hit the highway on long cruises of pure, adrenaline induced freedom. Until then however, starting from one of the many custom bike kits means that you’ll be tinkering in the garage for at least a few months while your custom vision comes together.

Custom bike kits cost less:
These kits can cost less than half that of a stock bike. If your spouse liked the idea of saving more than half on gasoline, saving more than half on the cost of the motorcycle itself is sure to go over even better. Additionally, with custom bike kits you can “pay as you go” for many of the non-essential accessories. With custom bike kits you’re not out of pocket all of the money at once so you can use cash instead of credit to finance all or part of the bike.

Higher resale value:
Instead of depreciating in value like a car or stock motorcycle, custom bike kits allow you to build a completely unique vehicle that will hold or appreciate in value. The cooler and more elaborate the accessories that you add to custom bike kit, the greater the resale value of the finished motorcycle. It’s a win, win situation-while custom bike kits are less expensive than stock motorcycles, they can actually end up being worth more. Though your motorcycle will probably be the last thing you’d ever part with, you can assure your spouse that a custom motorcycle is a smart investment. Should financial difficulty arise, the sale of your custom chopper will be a fast an easy way to save the day.

You’ll save on repair costs:
With custom kits, you’re building your motorcycle from the ground up. You’ll know enough to take care of what would be costly repairs. Forget mechanics that charge $50 per hour for labor. Once you know the intricacies of your motorcycle inside and out, there won’t be any repair that you can’t handle yourself.

Add up the cost savings and there’s really no reason why building your own custom motorcycle from on of the many custom bike kits available isn’t a smart idea. Even better, get your spouse excited about the idea of designing and riding on your custom motorcycle. Most likely, your spouse wants the two of you to be happy and enjoy your life-the financial benefits are just icing on the cake.

Author is a writer for Jireh Cycles who can help you find custom
motorcycles parts. For more information you can visit http://www.JirehCycles.com

There’s been a lot of publicity about custom built choppers, but is building a motorcycle from the ground up the right thing for you? Building custom choppers from scratch or from custom bike kits can definitely be a gratifying journey, but you must be certain that you’re prepared for the amount of work, skill, and perseverance it will take to build a bike from nuts and bolts. If you’re not sure you want to go the road of custom bike kits, there is a middle ground between a complete build and a stock bike through refurbishing with custom parts.

Custom bike kits:
If you want full bragging rights or a really unique design, custom bike kits are probably the best choice for you. With custom bike kits, you can choose a frame and get all of the necessary parts in one package while still having full reign on every ounce of the customization.

Whether starting from scratch or from custom bike kits, there really are no design limitations unlike when refurbishing a stock bike with custom parts. The more unique the bike, the higher it’s resale value will be if you ever decide to part with it. Unlike stock bikes that are a dime a dozen and lose resale value, custom bikes hold or even increase in value.

The potential downside is that even if you’re using custom bike kits, building a motorcycle from the ground up is not as simple as many kit manufacturers and producers of DVD training guides make it out to be. Starting from custom bike kits and working your way up is going to be a challenge-which isn’t a bad thing, but something you’ll want to be honest with yourself about. If you think you won’t see the project through for one reason or another, you can still build a killer bike by customizing a stock bike with custom chopper parts.

Refurbish with custom chopper parts:
With the right custom chopper parts, you can easily give an old bike a completely custom look without the time and frustration of building every single intricate element. Refurbishing with custom chopper parts also means that you’re going to experiencing the freedom of your bike a lot sooner than those who chose custom bike kits.

When choosing a bike to refurbish with custom parts, the most important thing to look for is the frame style. There are chopper parts that can easily replace just about anything on an existing bike, but the frame is essentially the backbone of the bike and won’t be easy to replace. The gas tank however, is among the custom chopper parts that can be replaced and can make a big impact on the overall look and feel of your bike. Find a shop that will paint your tank with your design concept and you’re well on the way to owning a bike that reflects your personality.

Other chopper parts that make a major impact in the overall look and feel of the bike are the wheels, tires, mirrors, exhaust, pedals, and handlebars. A brief look at the huge number of styles of custom chopper parts out there are you’ll soon realize that it’s feasible to completely change the personality of a stock bike with a few select custom chopper parts.

The decision to build from scratch, from custom bike kits, or to refurbish with custom parts is as unique as every individual is. If your goal is to get out there on the open highway and enjoy the freedom of riding, you may want to spend less time in the garage and make your bike your own with a few select custom chopper parts. On the other hand, if motorcycles are your life, if you want to challenge yourself, or if you desire to create a truly unique machine, then building a bike from the ground up is probably the route you’ll want to take.

Author is a writer for Jireh Cycles who specialize in aftermarket
and custom chopper parts. For more information you can visit http://www.JirechCycles.com.

Summer brings the resumption of many sports and practices that make us appreciate the warm weather even more. One of the hobbies that is most active during the summer time is motorcycle riding, for both professionals and amateurs. But motorcycling is a stylish and dangerous practice that, if done without the proper gear, can cause severe injuries in turn or even fatal end.

Given the danger, both professionals and amateurs motorcyclers should at all times consider (actually it should be a must do thing) wearing the proper equipment for their safety as well as those of the follow drivers on the road. Some riders think this decreases the joy of the ride, I’m one of them, however better it’s better to ride safe with less joy, than dangerous with a bit more joy.

One of the things to consider in order to ride your bike safe is outwear. The preferred material for motorcyclists is leather. That’s because leather is flexible and durable enough to help protect you from serious injuries.

A leather motorcycle jacket is the stereotypical jacket seen in most pictures of the motorcycle life. The leather used for motorcycle jackets is harder than those we are used to for other jackets and garments. Many riders choose a leather motorcycle jacket over other types because it is safer, classy, stylish and can easily accommodate all sizes and types.

Today there are many specialized stores that sell motorcycle gear made from all types of material. Some stores will even create custom-made leather motorcycle jackets, leather pants, and other required items. A leather motorcycle jacket does not necessarily need to be warm, most of them have temperature control and this feature allows the body to breathe normally without creating excess heat and sweat. There are many known brands that ensure quality and durability as well as guarantee each item they market.

Motorcyclists can be very rough on their outfits at times, so investing in quality clothing may be well worth your money depending on how much time you plan to spend on your bike. The motorcycle suit needs to face all weathers and obstacles such as sun, rain, dew, and winds as well as insects or other such particles zipping along in the air.

While driving a motorcycle you strike these particles at great speed, which can hurt your bare skin or damage a poor-quality suit, which is why a leather motorcycle jacket is preferred over one sewn from lesser materials.

Remember the main thing - the safer outfit you choose, the safer you’ll be.

A leather motorcycle jacket is the stereotypical jacket seen in most pictures
of the motorcycle life. However, that there are other types of
motorcycle jackets.

Radar detectors are very popular now days to help people avoid costly speeding tickets. One place you don’t see radar detectors is on motorcycles. When you think about it this does not make much sense since motorcycles can go just as fast as cars. The sport bikes tend to go even faster than cars. I’m sure you’ve seen one of these sport bikes whiz by down the street at high speeds. Half the fun of owning one of these bikes is to see how fast you can go.

Traditional radar detectors don’t tend to work well with motorcycles for a couple of reasons. Most detectors make a noise to let you know that is has sensed other radar and because a motorcycle is so loud plus the fact that you should be wearing a helmet for safety it is difficult to hear.

The next problem with traditional radar detectors is how they are installed. With a motorcycle you don’t have many places you can mount your radar detector. If you do have a place to mount your detector you will have to fight the long cords. You don’t really want a bunch of long cords getting in your way when you are riding your motorcycle.

Another big problem with radar detectors is that they are not waterproof. Most motorcycle drivers like to avoid riding in the rain or snow, but this can not always be avoided. What would you do with the detector if your out for a ride and it starts to rain unexpectedly? If you leave the detector out it will be ruined, but you probably won’t have a safe dry place to put it either.

Since the need for a motorcycle radar detector is increasing, so are the efforts of the manufacturers. Many manufacturers are now coming out with cordless detectors so you don’t have to mess with the long cords. You can also now find detectors that use an earpiece so that you can hear the warning.

When shopping for a motorcycle radar detector you want will want to check out which options are important for you to have. You will need to decide how much you are willing to spend, the distance of detection, and what or how many bands it can detect. Another thing to consider is if you want your detector to just detect other radar, or if you want it to have the ability to jam other radar. You will also need to look at how the detector will be mounted to the bike, if it has an ear piece or a screen for you to read, and if it is waterproof.

If the detector is not waterproof you may be able to buy a waterproof case to protect it. Keep in mind that even though the popularity and availability of these detectors are increasing, you may have a hard time finding exactly what you want. You may have to compromise in at least one area.

Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Florida. Find more about this as well as Cobra Radar Detectors at http://www.radarlaserdetectorsonline.com

The tires of your motorcycle are just as important as the engine. The tires are the only connection to the road. Well maintained tires grip the road and make riding much more pleasurable, they allow the rider to go faster and maneuver better. Tires are often bought because of how they make the bike look. But beauty is only skin deep or in this case tread deep. Having the proper tread for the terrain you are riding can be the difference between a great day and a trip to the hospital.

The backbone of the tire is a carcass. Then there is a layer of cords, the angle of these cords determine the overall strength and flexibility of the tires. If you could look inside the plies of the tire you would notice they form an x shape. On the outside of this is the tread. The amount of tread determines the use of the tire. High tread or knobby tread is used for off road riding. The smoother tread is used for regular roads or highways. This tread has grooves to channel water and prevent hydroplaning.

Since there are only two tires on it is important to maintenance them and change them at the same time so they wear the same. It usually takes about 100 miles to break in new tires. You should check the air pressure in your tires regularly. It is the air in the tires that cushions the bike from the roughness of the road. Proper inflation can add life to the tire. The valve stem should be capped with a nice tight fit so they can’t come off when driving at high speeds.

Tires should have proper balance and alignment. These two things have the most effect on the handling of your motorcycle. If they are not done properly steering can become difficult or dangerous in some situations.

Keep your tires clean. There are many products on the market to clean tires, even good old soap and water works. Clear the debris from the treads looking for nails or screws, anything that could cause the air to leak.

Before you ride it is a good idea to do a quick visual inspection of your tires to make sure they have the proper air pressure and there aren’t any cords showing from too much tread wear. You should never mix the treads on the front and rear tire. They should be the same style and tread type.

Taking the time to care for your motorcycle tires is as important as changing the oil. It doesn’t take long to make sure they are functioning properly and it will add to the riders’ enjoyment.

Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Florida. Find more about this as well as Motorcycle Accessories Plus at http://www.motorcycleaccessoriesplus.com