August 30, 2010
Posted by: Kenny : Category:
Insurance
If you are looking for quality insurance for your motorcycle, where should you look for coverage? There are many companies that are available to buy a policy through, but not all of them provide good services to their customers. One of the most popular companies that people buy through online is Bennetts motorcycle insurance. If you want to learn more about this particular company, this article will provide you with a general overview of what you can expect with Bennetts policies. If you live in the United States, it should be noted that Bennetts only provides European coverage.
What does Bennetts motorcycle insurance provide?
Coverage throughout Europe – If you buy a policy with this company, you will have coverage all throughout the European Union. That means you will be free to travel wherever you want in Europe with your motorcycle. Most companies will limit you to select countries, but not Bennetts.
Accident helpline – This company gives all of their customers access to free accident help 24 hours of the day. If you get into a crash or want to file a claim, there will be representatives waiting to help you out at anytime that you need it.
Extensive theft support – If your motorbike gets stolen, they will reimburse you for its Blue Book value if you buy a comprehensive policy. It is comforting to know that even if someone takes your bike, Bennetts will buy you a brand new one.
Savings for multiple bikes – If you insure more than one motorcycle with Bennetts, you will be able to save more money. Each bike that you add to your policy, the more savings you qualify for. So if you have 3 motorcycles that need to be insured, you will get a cheaper “rate per cycle” than just 2 and so on.
Remember that although Bennetts offers some great coverage opportunities, they are not the only option out there. Take a look at some other companies and read more quality reviews of companies over at the Comprehensive Car Insurance Guide.
August 19, 2010
Posted by: Kenny : Category:
Motorcycles
A pocket bike, also known as a mini bike, which is a miniature version of a motorcycle. They are designed to look like their larger motorcycle counterparts. Most are designed to look like miniature racing bikes. They are very durable and built for racing.
The pocket bike is approximately 2 feet in height, 3 feet in length and weighs around 50 pounds. They generally carry a 39cc to 50cc two-stroke engine and have a maximum horsepower of 17-18.
Pocket bikes are available in both electric and gasoline versions and have speeds around 35-45 mph. These bikes are built to perform best with high octane gasoline, with a 2-Stroke Motorcycle oil mixture of 25:1 when new and 50:1 later on.
These bikes have become popular for racing in the U.S. and although they look like a toy, they are not. They are recommended for children over the age of 12 and protective gear is a must. They are equipped with front and rear disc brakes, a centrifugal clutch and a hair-trigger throttle. These bikes are built for fast acceleration and should not be used without parental guidance. With that in mind you should have a wonderful experience with these bikes.
There are many sites online to order these bikes from and doing a search around your area will probably provide a few retailers offering these bikes. Prices seem to range from around $180-$700 or more depending on the style and equipment you buy. If you are a racing enthusiast, there are also upgrades available for more power and speed.
If your son or daughter seems interested in motorcycles, these bikes may be great beginners for teaching them to ride and how to properly handle a two wheeled motorized machine. They are also great machines for adult riders wanting to enter super pocket bike racing competitions or just having fun. The super pocket bike is much faster and a lot more to handle than its standard counterpart.
August 04, 2010
Posted by: Kenny : Category:
Helmets
If you are thinking about buying a new motorcycle helmet, you should consider buying a retro style motorcycle helmet. Old-school helmets are much more comfortable compared to full faced motorcycle helmets. These vintage motorcycle helmets are popular because they allow air to flow directly onto your face while you are riding around town. You can purchase these from many different motorcycle safety gear retailers online.
Some of the more popular manufacturers for retro helmets are Fullmer and Davida. Fullmer makes their helmets in the USA, while Davida helmets are made by hand in the United Kingdom. Handmade helmets are very rare to find these days, and offer a lot more in uniqueness and value. Both of these companies make very high quality and comfortable helmets. They come in many different colors other than plain black. Try to avoid purchasing plain black helmets whenever possible. This is not only for style and looks, but for safety reasons as well. Black helmets are extremely hard to spot by other motorcycle riders and cars.
You can increase the chances of avoiding motorcycle accidents by wearing brightly colored helmets. You can also buy a motorcycle helmets which offer custom printed designs as well. These will usually cost more money because of the custom work required. If you definitely want to buy black, consider at least purchasing a helmet with bright orange flames on a black background. Always try on a helmet first, before you buy it. It is very hard to compare two different helmets without first trying them on. Looks can be very deceiving, as they do not give you any indication with regards to the overall comfort. One of the biggest differences between different helmets, is the quality of the inside liner material. The inside liner is what keeps the sweat from collecting on the inside of the helmet. This can make the difference between having a helmet feel sweaty compared to a helmet which keeps you cool during hot riding conditions.