German inventors Gottlieb Daimler and Wilhelm Maybach first developed motorcycles in 1885. It was a revolutionary petroleum-powered means of transportation that had provisions for a pair of stabilizing wheels. It came to be known as the riding car. Former models were large, bulky and had poor handling capabilities. Development of motorcycles began to progress after the First World War that saw extensive use of motorcycles, especially by Germans. These models were made with the help of new internal combustion engines that many manufacturers and ..... Continue Reading. Click HERE .......

A motorcycle can be defined as a mode of transportation. It is a two-wheeled vehicle that derives its power from a petrol engine. They are one of the cheapest and extensively used forms of motorized conveyance in most parts of the world. A motorcycle is operated by a person who sits with a leg on each side of the vehicle on a seat with his hands on a set of handlebars. When the bike is at rest, the rider puts both feet on the ground. There are foot pegs to support the feet while riding the motorcycle. A motorcycle is easy to control and conveni ..... Continue Reading. Click HERE .......

It is best and most advisable to look in the local papers, motorcycle weekly papers and bike magazines for used motorcycles. Used motorcycles are cheaper than new ones, and are the answer for anyone who wants a motorcycle but cannot afford a new one. Sometimes people buy used motorcycles just to get a feel of riding before buying the right motorcycle.

When buying a used motorcycle, it is better to check the body of the bike carefully for signs of rust or poor maintenance. Peeling paintwork with tape on the seat signifies repairs done on ..... Continue Reading. Click HERE .......

Harley-Davidson is an American manufacturer that is steeped in pop-culture lore. This motorcycle manufacturer also has one of the longest histories of any American company still in business today. Here is a brief overview of that very rich history.

Harley-Davidson actually began as childhood friendship between the founders of the company, William S. Harley and Arthur Davidson. This friendship continued when Arthur helped William build their first motor engine from plans that William had designed in 1901. Finished in 1903, this modest eng ..... Continue Reading. Click HERE .......

A motorcycle is a single-track, engine-powered, two-wheeled motor vehicle. It varies considerably, depending on the purpose for which it is designed, such as sports and racing, long distance travel or off-road conditions. The first motorcycle was invented by Gottleib Daimler and Wilhelm Maybach in Germany, in 1885. This first petroleum fueled motorcycle was named after Petroleum Reitwagen. It was designed as an expedient test bed for their new engines. This motorcycle was not practical as a safety bicycle, because its steering was zero degrees ..... Continue Reading. Click HERE .......

Phillip Vincent was a determined man who had firm ideas on how a motorcycle should perform, and more importantly, how a motorcycle should be built.

He had studied mechanical science at Cambridge University and had a poor opinion of many features of the contemporary machines.

In the 1920s, he built his first motorcycle. Like all others, it had rear suspension with a triangulated pivoted fork and the springs were mounted beneath the saddle to work against the upper frame. It had a Swiss Mag engine, a Moss gearbox, Webb forks and Enf ..... Continue Reading. Click HERE .......

Dirt bike maintenance is easy once you know how. Motocross bikes, enduro bikes and pretty much all off-road motorcycles are high performance vehicles that will eventually break down and fail if maintenance is neglected. They can also become very dangerous to ride if left unchecked, so it's important you at least know the basics. It may cost you a bit of time and money to keep on top of things through regular maintenance but trust me it will save you a lot of problems and money in the long run, and when it comes time to sell your bike you ..... Continue Reading. Click HERE .......

You've been wanting one for so long. When you hear the roar of the engine, your heart skips a beat and you put on your motorcycle helmet. You stop and stare, fantasizing about what it would be like if YOU were sitting in the seat.

Before you go out and buy yourself a Harley, it's wise to do your homework and determine which type of motorcycle is best suited for you. To begin you want to match the type of bike to your riding style, expectations, experience, and ability. You also want to consider how you will be riding the bike. If you pla ..... Continue Reading. Click HERE .......

The Veloce company was formed by a family of motorcyclists, which showed through the design and quality of the manufacturing of the machines called Velocette.

That family was the Goodman's, and three generations controlled the Hall Green firm over the years.

Between the years 1913 to 1925, Velocette produced high quality, but expensive 250cc 2-strokes, which gained an excellent reputation, that were entered into competitions such as the Isle of Man TT races. The single cylinder manchines had many advanced features for their time, ..... Continue Reading. Click HERE .......

For a while, Matchless were the largest motorcycle maker and from the turn of the century, the Collier Brothers were involved in powered two wheelers. Both Harry and Charlie Collier believed in competition, and before World War 1, the marque was well established. The company's premises were in Plumstead, South East London, and were well removed from the Midlands centre of the industry, but this seemed to have little effect on their prosperity.

In the 1920s, they also built cars. At the start of the 1930s, the company had a range of singl ..... Continue Reading. Click HERE .......