Noob needs mechanical info

[The Sooz]

Ok, so I don't have a bike yet, but I'm trying to learn as much as possible about riding and motorcycles in general before I do get my hands on one, so my question is this:


Is there a link someone can post that I can get basic working knowledge of a bike? ie. a diagram of the mechanical parts, or even of a motor? (Yes, I know there are many different ones out there, but just something to give me a little crash course on how everything works) This may be a lame question, but if anyone could point me in the right direction, it'd be much appreciated.

Thx :icon_smil

[BigComfy]

Come on someone help her PLZZZZZ!

[BigComfy]

ok no one wants to help an attractive female i see. never thought this would happen here.

[The Sooz]

:crying:

Thanks for the support Martin *sob*

[hotnanas]

Here you are...i wrote this myself:

How Motorcycles Work
http://auto.howstuffworks.com/motorcycle.htm

[The Sooz]

Thx a bunch, I'll check it out!

[BigComfy]

that should keep her entertained for a minute lol.

[The Sooz]

FYI I was entertained for 5 minutes :laughing6 Helpful, but still looking for more detailed info. Thx again 4 the link :icon_smil

[ArturoC]

FYI I was entertained for 5 minutes :laughing6 Helpful, but still looking for more detailed info. Thx again 4 the link :icon_smil

:dontknow: Can you narrow it down?

[BYRDMAN]

I got a perfect starter bike for u to learn on!!!! 2003 SV650S Easiest bike to work on since there are no fairings....only 2 spark plugs tooo!!:laughing6

[AKA]

welcome to the club...
http://www.webbikeworld.com/
this is a nice website to help with a lot of questions, they also have a review section of the best rated motorcycle equipment.

[WFO]

you can come help tear mine apart if you'd like ... i have a manual with lots of pictures (words are so overrated) ... will be working on it over the next 2 weeks

[t.dubya]

Suzie, I got an old school motorcycle maintenance book that you can have. Its fairly simple, oughtta be perfect for what you want. Get in touch with me or Martin for it.
Tim

[level5]

Do it like the NE people do, "Forgetta about it". Pay a real tech to work on it, unless you have mechanical skill.

[The Sooz]

Suzie, I got an old school motorcycle maintenance book that you can have. Its fairly simple, oughtta be perfect for what you want. Get in touch with me or Martin for it.
Tim

Thanx Tim, will do.

[arturo3rd]

mechanicaly it isnt that complicated. if you wanna tear down some stuff and rebuild internals, thats another story.

IMO, you can basicaly look at one and follow a pattern.

[The Sooz]

Hmm....yeah, it'd be nice if I had one to tear apart tho--hence kinda wanting to get a feel for it b4 I do that. Well, I know more than I did b4 I asked, so that's a step in the right direction :icon_smil

[witchdoctor575]

msf will take care of the learning to ride part. Ninja 250s are ggreat starter bikes. Easy to drive and simple to wrench on.

[texasyankee]

Wharton Community College has a motorcycle maintenance class for three consecutive Saturdays starting October 7. It covers oil changes, chain adjustment and basic tune up and electronics.