Probably no modern person is indifferent to cars and motorcycles. For some, it’s just a means of transportation to study, work or a place for a weekend, for others, transport has become a part of life.
Choosing a two-wheeled car
In fact, it is very difficult to make the choice of a particular machine. This is a fairly important and responsible purchase for any motorist or motorcyclist. The safety of the driver also depends on the choice of a particular technique.
Specifically, it is worth understanding exactly how to choose a motorcycle. The latter is considered a vehicle of increased danger both for the biker himself and for those around him. It is no secret that most accidents involving bikers entail terrible consequences, up to the death of a rider and other adventurers.
It is important to think about how to choose a motorcycle in advance, before buying a two-wheeled car. You can buy it in a variety of places: in the salon, in the store, from the hands of the owner and so on. Today there is a huge variety of motor vehicles.
Motorcycle Classification
By engine power:
- Up to 250 cm3
- 250-400 cm cubic
- More than 400 cm3
By weight of equipped motorcycle:
- Lungs (120-140 kg).
- Medium (150-170 kg).
- Heavy (more than 180 kg).
Depending on the mass of the future motorcyclist, one or another class of two-wheeled car should be preferred. How to choose the right motorcycle, according to the mass of the driver and the unit?
If the weight of an average adult male is from 70 to 80 kilograms, then the mass of the equipped apparatus can easily be located in the category of both light and medium cars. This is due to the fact that it will be quite difficult to keep a heavy motorcycle on the road for a person who does not have sufficient driving skills with the appropriate equipment.
About the appointment of two-wheeled vehicles
Distinguish:
- Racing.
- Record.
- Sports.
- Road.
The very purpose of the motorcycle already states its operating conditions. If the motorcycle is road - this means that it does not provide for off-road riding, mountains and so on. Otherwise, using the unit for other purposes than its intended purpose can quickly disable it.
The question of which motorcycle to choose for a beginner is disagreeing even among experts. The choice of a two-wheeled friend depends not only on the mass of the driver and the driving conditions of the latter. It is no secret that for someone the question of the price of the device will be very acute. As such, there is no classification according to the price of the vehicle.
To give preference to one or another type of "iron horse", you need to familiarize yourself with their diversity. How to choose the first motorcycle is described below.
More details on the classification of motorcycles according to their purpose
It should be noted that motorcycles of famous brands, for example Yamaha or Suzuki, will cost a lot of money. The high cost of the device is due to many years of experience in the production of such equipment by a specific manufacturer, guaranteed quality and high performance of the machine.
In other words, the high cost of original motorcycles of well-known manufacturers is a guarantee of product quality. This is not to say that bikes that sell at more affordable prices will turn out to be substandard or outdated. Such characteristics strongly depend first on the manufacturer, and after some time of operation - on the owner of the vehicle.
New or old, the main motomass on the roads is road - simple motorcycles for daily driving around the city, highway and countryside. In fact, this is a universal two-wheeled vehicle. These motorcycles include modern Chinese: Alpha, Deltha or the Soviet "Izhaki", "Sunrises", "Heavy" and so on. By the way, about Soviet and used two-wheeled vehicles - they are perfect for future bikers with a very limited supply of money. A big minus of the old technology is the two-stroke engine, which is less economical, not as efficient and quite loud relative to modern four-stroke engines.
What to do when buying used equipment?
To choose a road bike from hand (used), you must pay attention to the condition of the engine (listen to it for abnormal noise, cod, knock, etc.), check the front fork for proper operation, familiarize yourself with the behavior of the bike on low speed, try to accelerate sharply and brake.
If during the ride the equipment did not stall, did not knock, quickly gain momentum and also sharply reset, then the compression is in order, the carburetor and ignition are set, the generator works (especially if the ride was with the main beam on for 20-30 minutes).
It is very useful to talk with the previous owner of the “iron horse” before buying. No one else, only he, will be able to tell in detail about the positive and negative aspects of this unit. It is wonderful if the owner has already carried out a number of restoration work on his motorcycle. This overhaul of the engine, the replacement of old gaskets with new ones, inspection of wiring and the general condition of the unit.
When buying a two-wheeled car with one’s hands, you must take the technical passport and take a receipt. Even if it is not notarized - this is a big plus.
About special motorcycles
Sports
As a rule, this is a technique characterized by indicators of high speed, power, maneuverability, maneuverability and more. These bikes include super-sports models, nikedas (street fighters), cross-country, enduro and others. The last two types are often used on the roads.
Beginners will be very interested to know which cross bike to choose. The choice of such a sport bike depends on the place of its use. In places where high traffic is important, you should choose a cross bike. Where the speed is a little more important than the ability to “knead the mud," choose enduro. A cross-country motorcycle is an excellent choice for off-road driving.
Racing and record bikes
They are used by experienced riders on special tracks, in the necessary equipment, after conducting trainings in such conditions to show the best result during a demonstration performance.
The conclusion is this: racing and record bikes are not suitable for those who do not have the experience of riding in high speed mode and cool maneuvers. It is very dangerous for a beginner to buy such bikes.
About equipment for the owner of a bike
But it’s not worth it to limit yourself to a wealth of knowledge on how to choose a motorcycle. Especially for a beginner, in addition to the vehicle itself, it is imperative to have equipment with you. It includes a helmet, knee pads and elbow pieces, special gloves, jackets and pants made of dense fabric (leather).
Despite the fact that, according to the current legislation, the driver of the bike is obliged to ride only in a helmet, it is advisable that the novice driver should also have the rest of the protection elements with him. At a minimum, such precautionary measures will help the rider to protect himself from scratches and abrasions during the fall, from accidental burns to the exhaust pipe (a phenomenon often found in beginners) and other injuries.
It's no secret that equipment in some cases can even save the life of its owner.How to choose a helmet for a motorcycle depends on the amount that the rider is ready to give for the protection element, on the size of the head, the color palette and preference regarding their types.
Protective hats come in
- Open - have a relatively large overview. You can drink, eat, smoke and so on.
- Closed by three quarters - also give its owner a great overview, allow you to ride with glasses. Convenient for those who are prescribed glasses for improving vision. As a rule, they are equipped with a visor.
- Closed fully are the safest of the helmets considered. They protect not only from mechanical damage, but also from wind, rain, dirt, dust and so on.
Based on the above material, it becomes clear which motorcycle to choose for a beginner. Inexperienced bikers will be able to give their preference to a particular unit, given the following main factors:
- price of a two-wheeled car;
- power, weight, maximum speed;
- Appointment of the device (for driving in a particular area);
- possible preferences regarding how to choose a motorcycle based on the fame of any manufacturer;
- if the choice is between push-pull and four-stroke - it’s definitely worth choosing the latter.
