Question #1:

How do you paint a bike with details?

I just bought a 1960 Murray red mens bike with white decals on it. Unfortunately, the paint is looking really bad, and doesn't do the bike justice. I want to repaint the bike, Candy apple red, but it has a lot of really detailed white decals on it. Is there any easy ways to paint this bike, without taping off all the little details???

Question #2:

Is it time to raise the Gas Tax and spend the money on subways, bike paths, and electric vehicles?

Or what's your plan for reducing greenhouse gases?

Question #3:

This bike is Pi**ing me off?

I lost my keys so I put on the spare ignition switch I had. (yes you heard me right) Bot keys lost. Now the thing wont start unless I ground out the ground side of the switch. Freaky. Ive got a lack of ground from either the start enable box to the switch or the side stand switch is faulty. the weird thing is is that th switch is good and the other switch did not expose this problem. Also, it wont stay running with the clutch out, even when in neutral if the side stand is down. Think about this for a second. Seems simple to diagnose until you consider the the side stand issue. Oh, i just remembered. the neutral switch is faulty. So that explains that. But, Im not looking for a diagnosis on the internet here, and I want to avoid really tearing into the harness, but I have a strong feeling that ive got a broken ground connection somewhere. Anyone seen or know of any similar common problems with the R1 (99-2001). If the answer is yes, then ill dig into it, but if theres no common knowledge of it, then ill just get another, since i wont have a high chance of the same thing being wrong with a doner. This is just a quirky problem that doesnt seem to make sense. If nothing else, I guess I am letting the frustration out...
I miss spoke - if its not a common thing, then ill get another harness, but if its common breakage with the R1 , then Ill tear into it and repair it.
Yes, but you know us techs. I changed out the switch in 10 minutes vs 60 bucks for a smith. Cause I know the keys will show up. I just lost them in the house somewhere lol. Ive got practically a warehouse of parts from the shop over years, so it just hurts to dish out money to ride my own bikes.
heck, cant lie. It even hurts the pride posting questions having been doing this for so long, even though I know that I dont know everything.
Heck with you guys lol. I ran a redundant ground ha ha. Im going for a ride!

Question #4:

do i have a chance in my first sprint triathlon?

i am 14 years old, and am going to do my first sprint triathlon. i have been running, swimming, and biking since i was about 8. the distance is a .25 mile swim, 15 mile bike, 3 mile run. i can do the swim part in about 5:30, the bike part in about 48 minutes, and the run in about 20 minutes (all put together, i'm faster when i do each event individually). i'm sure that there are many, many people out there that are faster than me, i just am wondering where i fall in the overall pack, and in the under 18 years old age group.

Question #5:

Credit score and a new loan?

I have a motorcycle loan with my bank. When I got the loan, I believe my score was in the 600s (630 maybe?). Then I got approved for a $1800 loan (based off the bikes value). I have paid three payments I believe, but now I want a bigger bike, costing $7,999 MSRP, and I'd like to trade in my current bike. I want to get financed through the dealership so that I can finance a 60 month loan, or 72. SO when the dealership checks my credit, I am worried that my credit will be "tied up" to my current motorcycle loan, and I will be declined, even though I won't have that loan anymore if I get the new bike...I'm worried they won't approve me because they don't want me to have multiple loans...even though, if i get the new bike, I wont have more than just one loan, providing they pay off my current loan with the trade.

Question #6:

Is bike riding good? Help!?

Is riding a bike in a backyard good?
My backyard is not big, but will I get the same affects as riding in street where I can more space?

How much minutes/hours will I have to ride to build muscles?

Question #7:

How should i know that my bike's (yamaha R15) clutch plates are of no use and gone?

I own a yamaha r15 and would like to know what are the symptoms when the clutch plates are gone and what kind of riding leads to it ?

Question #8:

If I take my Dirt Bike to Egypt and start roosting the dunes of Giza?

Will I be considered a politically incorrect racist?

Question #9:

How much is insurence on a 50CC Scooter for a 16 year old male?

Hi my name is Simon and im 16 thinking of getting a 50cc moped. How much is the insurence going to be. Bike will be kept inside a garage and locked. I have no convictions if that makes any difference.

Question #10:

I am thinking of buying a sportsbike, I was thinking a Kawi Ninja 250 but i think i'd wanna switch rly quickly?

so my real question is, if i started out with a cbr 600rr do you think i would be able to handle it? i'm 5'10 and 140 lbs im 16 years old and i know how to ride dirt bikes pretty well... and my dad is an experienced sport bike rider.

Question #11:

83 Kawasaki KZ1100 electric problem... starter button DEAD!?

Hi,
I bought an 83 Kawasaki KZ1100.
This bike last run in 2000, when I put the battery everything works except the start button.
Changed the solenoid and still, I don't even get a CLICK in the solenoid when push the start button.

I need an idea of what to check next.. PLEASE HELP. I desperately want to ride this bike.

Thanks in advance,
Juanjo

Question #12:

Sports Motorcycle fans! Help?

I want to get a sports motorcycle sometime soon and I have no idea these motorcycles run/work.
I am female, height: 5'4, weigh: ~100 pounds.
Since I am a beginner, I am looking for a decent priced bike.
I am willing to spend up to $4,000.
I did some research and I found the Kawasaki Ninja which seems appealing.
But since I am unsure and have no knowledge about motorcycles, can you guys give me some advices for beginners? Some suggestions may be the brand and model of the bike, which equipments such as helmets & jacket I would need..
I would highly appreciate your guys help. Thank you!

Question #13:

Changing the shift cables?

I need some tips for changing the shift cables on my bike. I got new shift levers as well and one side of the cable is already attached. Basically I need to know what gears to have to the bike in when I run and tighten the cables.

What should the gears be on handlebars and what cogs should I put the chain around in the front and back crank sets?

Question #14:

Good exercises to lose fat (stomach, thighs, and arms)?

I'm a 14 year old (15 next year) girl that's 5'3" and I weigh 116 lbs. Some people might say I'm not fat, but I have a LOT of excess fat and no muscle whatsoever. I don't care so much about how much I weigh, but more about how much fat I have on me. I don't want to be bulky, just toned. I have kinda small bones-- my wrist is 5.5 inches around. But my fat makes me look a lot larger and I am pretty short so it looks worse. These are my measurements:

*My waist is 28"
*My hips are 33"
*Thighs are 20.5" each individually at the largest part (upper thigh)-- 33.5" around both of them while my feet are standing hip width apart
*My upper arms at the largest part (where your triceps are and that nasty fat hangs o-o) 10.5" each

So with high school coming I would like to lose some fat. I know it will take time and I plan to keep losing the fat during high school. I have been told I need to get my heart rate up first like run on a treadmill, go on an exercise bike, jump rope, or do jumping jacks, etc. then do the exercises that target these problem areas. If I didn't get my heart rate up it will take far too long to get results. What are some good exercises to help me with losing this fat around my arms, thighs, and belly-- just an all over body workout pretty much?
**And please keep in mind I do NOT want to bulk up. I just want to be toned without all of this excess fat.

Question #15:

Is it too late to start Freestyle Motocross?

By the time I get enough money to buy a bike, i will be 18, 19, or 20. I really want to get into FMX, but i can't until i get a bike and i have to wait until i have the cash. Freestyle is all i think about and i am completely willing to dedicate my life and risk my well-being to do well in this sport. So, tell me........is 18-20 years old too old to start to ride FMX? i am a fast learner but will my life's calling be denied because of an unfortunate lack of experience. i was not fortunate enough to be raised in a dirt -bike-riding household, but i have ridden dirtbikes before, just not fmx. IS IT TOO LATE????? Please, be honest.....
My riding background is slim. I have ridden dirtbikes on multiple occasions, but i have never really done anything extreme, like FMX on them.

Question #16:

can i bring a bb gun to bike trails in los angeles co.?

i like bike trailing is ok to bring bb guns to shoot birds or squirrels ?

Question #17:

WHO WANTS TO BUY MY JUSTIN BIEBER CONCERT TICKETS?

SORRY, I LIED! But anyways listen to my question because sometimes you must lie to get what you want. Smart comments will be reported. :)
I want to lose about 10 lbs jumping rope. If I follow this plan how fast do you think I can lose 10-15 lbs?

15 minutes jumping rope
15 minutes doing suicides
15 minutes jumping rope
15-30 minutes riding bikes
15 minutes jumping rope
15 minutes doing crunches
15 minutes jumping rope

So, if I do that everyday for a month PLUS gym at school how many lbs can I lose?

P.S. I will probably rotate Pilates in & out as well.

Question #18:

kawasaki zx6r first bike?

I've always been intrigued by motorcycle ever since i first took notice of them. The reason i want to start on a 600cc sportbike is because i currentl live with family and im sure they will support me with my first transportation auto for commuting to college etc... im going to uyse it for that purpose. The reason i dont want to start on other lower cc bikes is because i wont have the luxury of money nor time. i have to stick with that* bike for many years.. So I have chosen, the zx6r.

i will obviously take the msf course and do everything i need to do in order to ride safely. i am not a speedfreak and am very conscious about rules and safety. For those of you that think i may be cocky choosing a 600cc racing bike as a first bike, i'd like to contradict , that i wont have the money or time to choose bike after bike.

i know it may be dangerous but i will be gear-ready and mentally prepared for anything.

Pls support me, and give me more input on what i can do to further improve my abilities.

(i am still in highschool and wil enter college soon after. and i have yet to get the bike, but i will)

P,S, i know there are cars,,but i just prefer motorcycles over 4wheels

Question #19:

Does he like me??? Long!!! EASY 10 POINTS!!!!!!!!?

this is my nieghbor/friends brother and we have known eachother most of our lifes.ok we went bike riding again then he is making up all these jokes then he comes down the street with his shirt over his head being weird.He starts teasing me to. Then there was this hot kid coming down the street and when he left I was like he's hot and he asked do you like him? Then i was going to go find the kid but he's like im going to go

Then we were in the pool and he was joking and telling me all these funny stories he would look me deeply in my eye when he talked to me to. Then every time I looked over at him he was looking at me and we would keep eye contact for about I don't know 2 or 3 seconds. Today him his sister and his friend were outside, and then he goes Jane we did this really awesome thing... then he told me. Then we go over my house and we are just sitting there and he looked at me almost every time he said something and we'd hold eye contact (btw his friend was gone) Then in church his friend kept looking at me and when we went to the alter he looked at me really weirdly?

but yet he never texts me why doesn't he text me? What does he mean by doing this, I am also terrified to text him just because of rejection and it be awkward because his sister is sorta really close to me plus i have no idea what to say. Im pretty sure he hasn't acted like this last summer he is two years older than me to. oh yeah we were in the pool once and they were going to take a trip to get frozen yogurt him and his friend and probably his sis and hes like do you want to come?? but it wasn't like right then and now they were planning it for a day to come if that makes sense?

Me and his sister were on their trampoline and i was talking about these really hot guys and i look up and see him looking down at us not even saying a word just staring. Then we were on creeping on our neighbors hot friends he was just looking at me and idk the way he looked at me and it made me actually sad. Then I text him happy birthday and no reply....? but his sister mentions him alot more plus my friends that know about him think he like me but idk And I have like this kid for idk how long its been a long time and he always acted a little odd but this summer its really noticeable.

Also it seems like one day I see him its soo obvious that he might like me. But on others its like im just a a person who knows him. Also this is weird but we were playing mash on my ipod and his name comes up randomly for the guy and I show his sister and she starts freaking out like OMG ITS A SIGN YOU GUYS WILL GET MARRIED!!!! but I never told her I liked him?? this stood out because if she didn't know something wouldn't she be just like omg thats funny!!!!! and btw My other friend is gonna make me text him soon so i don't want to feel like a fool if he doesn't like me?

then i text him FINALLY got the nerves to with my friend this is the convo

Me: Hey
Him:Who is this?
(my friend texts him for me0: Hey its jane im over my friends house and i just wanted to say sup hommie? Lol
(but i didn't want her to say that to him)Me; Oh my Im sorry that was my friend
no reply from him

So we were in the pool with his sister me him and his friend well his sister is like me and Jane were playing this game in the pool today. And then hes like me and Jane last night hooked up....? Then we were going to the pool and hes like Jane don't look I'm naked.... he seemed to have looked at me some what and was sorta squirting me with a squirt gun

Question #20:

What is the best way to lose 15 lbs. without killing myself?

Well i want to start lifting weights again, but since i stopped i got fat. I'm 16 and am 5'8'' tall. At the beginning of the year i weighed 185lbs. but i am down to 16lbs. now. I want to lose 15 more pounds before i start lifting, i would like to shed this fat asap. By the way i would like to incorporate biking some how, i have a great 2 mile course that is filled wtih long steep hills.
hah, well cutting of my leg doesnt involve my bike, but maybe i'll use that as a back up lol.





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