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Things to consider while buying a motorcycle

10th December 2020
"Enjoy your big step with ease!"

Buying your first motorcycle can be a thrilling experience. Whether you are buying a new bike or a second-hand bike, we will guide you on what to consider while buying your first ride. It takes passion, some patience, and a lot of research. So read this motorcycle buying guide before buying one!

Find the bike that suits you

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Adjustable elements such as the seat, steering wheel, etc do not come with motorcycles. That is why you need to see what suits you and what looks right while buying a motorcycle. Remember, what feels right for one minute in the showroom might not feel good on a long trip around town.

Standard, or “naked motorcycles” are great beginner motorcycles because the rider is in an upright position without having to lean and reach too far forward so naked bikes are a bit better for beginners than a sports bike.

Research, Research, Research

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Whatever bike you want to purchase, make sure you read what you can about the manufacturer, the model, and when and how you can service it and if possible, get parts in the future. Basically, after all, you are going to be the owner, and this is not a minor investment, you should make an effort to know more about your bike inside and out.

Power is not everything

Why should I buy a 250cc bike instead of 600cc?

The answer is 600cc bike has more power and you cannot control the power if you are a beginner. Start from a humble beginning, Even experienced riders have problems with 600cc bikes.

You should start from 200cc above bikes, Many manufacturers are even specifically designing bikes in this class for new riders like yourself. Our advice: start with something smaller and trade up for something bigger later on.

Bike weight

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You should also worry about the weight after you settle on the kind of bike you want. Usually, the weight of the bike goes up with displacement, but that is not the case with all motorcycles, since some cruisers weigh a lot for a more moderate displacement. It is more convenient and simple to ride a lightweight motorcycle, and you can also ride it at much higher and quicker speeds which is fun. So the lighter your bike weights, the more fun you get while riding it.

Think for long term

Another tip that we can give you is to think about the long term, buy the beast you dreamed of, the kind that can go on the city and long trips with ease. Always go for what makes you happy but let your brain decide what’s best for you and if you're buying it for day-to-day functioning, go for things like high mileage, lightweight, low servicing cost, affordable, and the one best for you. Do not settle for cheaper motorcycles as you're going to need them for a long time and compromise is not a factor!

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Why isn't your motorbike starting?

4th November 2020
"Still trying to identify what could be wrong with your motorcycle. Well here's a few answers."

Few things can be more infuriating than a non-starting bike. It has the power to spoil your whole day if you're all set to go for a trip only to be interrupted by a dilemma you weren't expecting. Trying to identify what could be wrong with your motorcycle, rather than dwelling on your anger, will help you find answers and eventually get you back on the road as soon as possible. Working on your bike is a perfect way to be productive rather than frustrated, because if anything, at least with a small problem that you might have done yourself, you will stop wasting money on a technician.

Fuel

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It’s one of the obvious reasons why your bike might not be starting. It is very difficult to judge its availability using the scale when the fuel level goes down, and it may also be a reason why your bike does not start. You should use certain old school methods at the time to verify whether or not your bike has petrol. One of the safest approaches is to softly shake the bike on the main stand and wait to hear the usual telltale slosh of leftover petrol, if any, from the tank.

Battery 

Indeed, the battery that is secured securely on your bike is the lifeline to the whole electrical grid. The starter motor is totally reliant on the battery for two-wheelers fitted with only an electric start. It will only be able to rev up the motor that requires a very high voltage from the battery if the battery holds enough power.

One will not be likely to use the electric starter on a relatively small battery. Any signs of a dead or faulty battery are that neither really works well or reports complete loss when you press the horn button or turn on the lights.

Spark Plug Wires

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With a wire being defective, it may not be an issue, but it could have come loose. Metallic conductors that connect to the spark plug tips are inside the wires. It won't make a clean connection if the wire is loose, and the engine will refuse to fire properly or begin and malfunction.

Loose spark plug wire for motorcycle riders is not a new phenomenon, it can arise because of the jerks or it may be a trick. To resolve this error, you don't need a technician. Only unplug the connections and re-plug them to try once more to power the motorcycle.

Clutch Problems

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The typical failure mode of a worn-out friction disk of the pressure plate that has lost its tension is a clutch that does not completely engage or slips under heavy load. The abrupt onset of a sliding clutch usually means that the friction surfaces have been polluted by an oil spill, or something else.

You need to pull the clutch lever correctly when you start your bike and the transmission is in gear. The clutch does not engage correctly often which causes a starting question. Bring the transmission to neutral in such a state and try again.

Clogged fuel tank vent

Vehicles today have a vent hose which forms part of the fuel system. Fueling consequences follow when this line is clogged or diverted.  Attempts to fuel the motor fails, since the back pressure turns off the pump continuously.

The tank blocks the flow of fuel to the lower device as this vent is clogged. In that opening, you can unclog the vent with a very thin wire or pin together with a forced blast.

Bike not Starting of cold

Way too many of us are struggling to get our bikes started early in the morning, particularly in the winter months. Many riders can fire up a freezing engine to its full max, and then there are others that want to kick-start the engine one too many times by flooding it. Your engine can be damaged by all these strategies.

Cut-off engine switch

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Before getting irritated with the initial problem, it is one of the most popular items we fail to investigate. We use the ignition key much of the time to power off the motorcycle instead of the button to disable or shut off the engine. So when we use it, sometimes we fail to turn off the switch and keep struggling to make the motor crank.


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Things to Consider while buying a Stereo Speaker | REVIEWS

7th December 2020
"Play your heart out!"

Stereo speakers are surely priced belongings of our house, but there are some critical variables to remember when purchasing speakers. Personal choice, speaker style, listening room, strength, stereo components, sound quality, price, and many more are the variables that you can never pay for. We can navigate the various facets here and give you a concise understanding of how to select stereo speakers wisely. However, price is not a technical criterion for picking speakers, rather it is the ultimatum. We already have a budget to procure something at all. Hence the supreme consideration is always a price. If we want to get speakers from the top end, so we need to pay accordingly.

Sound Quality

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The quality of sound is a very private choice. Everyone has different tastes, but what sounds amazing to one person can underwhelm another person. There's no "best-ever speaker out there and individual ears should have the equal appeal of more than one kind. But here are some factors that might make the sound quality good.

 

Total Harmonic Distortion:

TDH is a test of how speakers accurately convert into sound what's on a cd or hard drive. The lower the percentage, the less distortion, so the higher the lower figures. Values between 0.05 percent and 0.08 percent THD generally mean a "clean" quality system, but any figure below 0.1 percent THD is very fine.

The impedance of the speaker:

This number shows you how much current can be drawn by a speaker. The norm is Eight Ohms. Four ohms are really fine, but typically much more costly. If you buy four-ohm speakers, you're going to need a really good amplifier to make the best of them.

Headroom:

This statistic is a calculation of what can be supplied in brief bursts by a device. It is important to have a big headroom figure if you h


 

Types of Speakers

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There is a selection of speakers across several brands to pick from.

All floor-standing, bookshelf, satellite, subwoofer, soundbar, and compact are examples of speaker types. Some, such as on-wall speakers, maybe immediately installed and plugged in whereas special assembly and/or fixtures may be needed for in-wall or in-ceiling styles. Either as a simple stereo pair or multi-channel for surround sound, speakers may be wired, wireless, or both.

As the drivers and enclosures are balanced for performance, floor-standing and bookshelf speakers usually offer a better overall tone. Such styles, however, take up floor space, which for room configurations may be an important concern.

When paired with a subwoofer, satellite speakers tend to be very small speakers that are best, resulting in a much more portable audio setup. Another handy choice for those who want to change audio without any hassle or use of space is a soundbar.

For an invisible (or similar to) speaker effect, in-wall speakers typically have grilles that can be painted to fit the walls. Portable speakers are enjoyable and convenient, often offering wireless networking and rechargeable batteries, but as opposed to more conventional models, they often lack solid sound.

 

Rooms and Acoustics

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In the chosen region, not every sort of speaker can sound fantastic. For a standard bedroom, smaller speakers can fit, but when put in a family room, they sound frail or pale. Small spaces can be quickly overwhelmed by bigger speakers.

Audio is also influenced by room dimensions, content, and materials. Sound can bounce off open walls, large furniture, and bare floors, while sound can end up being absorbed by rugs, carpets, and cushions. It's great to see a compromise of both. Vaulted ceilings create an environment that is more accessible, while narrower rooms offer a more intimate feeling.

Bigger speakers are usually more capable of producing higher decibel levels, but to be sure, it's good to verify the watt output.
 

Matching With the Right Components

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Match speakers with an amplifier or receiver that provides the proper amount of power for the maximum output. Typically, manufacturers define a spectrum of amplifier power required to power each unit properly. For starters, to work well a speaker can need a range of 30 to 100 watts of output power. 

For efficiency purposes, stick with the same brand of speakers whether you go with a multi-channel or surround-sound system. More fine-tuning could be required if it's a mix-and-match scenario.

 

System Optimization

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Take time to attach, mount, and position the speakers correctly after you get your speakers home to get the very best sound possible. In the long term, a little persistence now pays off.

When close or up against a wall, some speakers sound best, while when granted more breathing space, others do well. When placed at ear-level, tweeters and mid-range drivers appear to sound louder.

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Why don’t all bikes have Abs?

10th December 2020
"Let’s talk about this popular question “Why don’t all bikes have Abs?”."

The motorcycle world is full of mystery and many questions. What is the best mileage a bike can give or insightful questions about slipper clutch, gears parts, and many more? Let’s talk about this popular question “Why don’t all bikes have Abs?”. the answer isn’t as simple as you think.

An anti-lock braking system or ABS is a safety anti-skid braking system used on aircraft and on land vehicles, such as cars, motorcycles, trucks, and buses.

Purpose

The expected function of a bike, and where it is going to be ridden, also factors into the decision to equip it with ABS. Not all riding surfaces are alike, and in some of them, ABS can be more of a hindrance than a support. Other regions encourage manufacturers to determine what models receive ABS, beyond the EU guidelines. In these areas, the intended intent, market segment, and price point of a motorcycle all determine the inclusion of ABS.

Cost, Looks, and Weight

Cost is another explanation of why ABS is not as popular as it should be. Now, this is less of a consideration than when it was first implemented, but ABS also suggests a rise in prices. Thanks to the numerous ABS structures, it also adds extra weight, and it inevitably clutters the looks of bikes. Although that last part does not seem significant, a broad number of buyers of motorcycles disagree. For starters, cruiser owners appear to have a very deep admiration for design over technology.

 

When Abs is unnecessary?

You know how much you love the chance to freestyle if you're a dirt biker, taking your bike through its strong paces and executing movements that are unique to your physicality and style of riding. Having ABS installed could seriously curtail your performance when you’re tearing it up on the dirt. Without ABS, you’re able to exact more control over your bike and adapt to the surface conditions, braking or skidding when you want to, not when the braking system kicks in.

When Abs is necessary

When you have to brake hard and unexpectedly, because ABS prevents the wheels from locking, you might be checking for ABS on your cruiser or commuter bike. Typically, stop-and-go traffic means you're constantly and quite unexpectedly using the brakes. For instance, when a speeding commuter swerves into your lane in front of you without warning, you can be cruising along between clumps of traffic. Without any warning, you can even come across a full traffic standstill.

Conclusion

Abs is a huge improvement in the safety of the rider since it locks tires and prevents many dangerous accidents. But in the dirt bike, you want to move freely unlike city bikes that need to stop and start quite unexpectedly.

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