A motorcycle (also called a motorbicycle, motorbike, bike, or cycle) is a single-track, two-wheeled motor vehicle. Motorcycles vary considerably depending on the task for which they are designed, such as long distance travel, navigating congested urban traffic, cruising, sport and racing, or off-road conditions.

Motorcycles are the most affordable form of motorised transport in many parts of the world, and for most of the world's population, they are also the most common type of motor vehicle. There are around 200 million motorcycles (including mopeds, motor scooters and other powered two- and three-wheelers) in use worldwide, or about 33 motorcycles per 1000 people. This compares to around 590 million cars, or about 91 per 1000 people. Most of the motorcycles, 58%, are in the developing countries of Asia – Southern and Eastern Asia, and the Asia Pacific countries, excluding Japan – while 33% of the cars (195 million) are concentrated in the US and Japan. As of 2002, in the two countries of India and China, there were a total of only 15 million cars, but 71 million motorcycles.

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How do you get a motorcycle license as a first license?
Q. I'm asking for information on what steps are needed to get the permit then the transition to the motorcycle license. I am 18 and I have no drivers license, but I just want to get a motorcycle license. I also forgot to add that I'm in NYS and please guys let me know like the transition as said earlier from first permit to license. Will a Driver License really be needed before getting a motorcycle? Will I have to get a junior license before hand?
Asked by Juan - Wed Dec 2 18:19:19 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It depends entirely on which state you live in. Some states require a license to which you add an endorsement - others do not. Some states require a training course, others do not. Different states have different rules for their permits. Some are good for a year, mine was 30 days. Even within a state, the rules can get a little funky. Here, you can get a permit and then a license. No course required. To take the Beginner's Riding Course at DMV, you must have a valid driver's license.
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What kind of motorcycle is good for beginners?
Q. I would like to buy a motorcycle in the next few months, whats a good bike to get under 5-8k? Basicly to get around town no highway driving but don't want a moped. Is learning 5-6 speed transmission hard to work. Living in DFW as my sn states. Thanks
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A. I suggest that you start your MC experience by taking the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) course. They will teach you what you need to know about shifting, as well as a lot of other things. There is a DFW course/site for MSF, see their web site for details "ridercourse.com" As for "What kind of motorcycle is good for beginners?" Start small, if you don't plan on riding on the freeway you won't need anything larger than a 250. Here are some models Honda Rebel Suzuki GS 250 Yamaha Virago 250 Kawasaki KLX 250 Kawasaki Ninja 250 By the way, I've used all the these bikes, as an MSF instructor, to teach "beginners" how to ride
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What is the appropriate tip for a motorcycle deliverer?
Q. My dad bought a motorcycle in New York. He found a good transporting company that would bring it down south to Georgia (where we live) The guy just called our house saying he will be here within 45 minutes. I was just wondering what the appropriate tip is for the guy that is delivering my dad's new motorcycle. Thanks guys!
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A. 20-50. Should do it. To those non tippers. PFFFT. Freakin cheapskates.
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