snow chains / tires

[fusionking]

Just GO for it beech!!!!

Look for a decent old enduro and license that! I love my old XT-500. It will and does do the snow-duty. Just remember to keep yer feet on those pegs and stay side-ways!! HAHA

[wildbill]

snow chains/tires

I used to ride in snow and ice on a 77 Honda 750 Super Sport.One thing I can tell you was it was no fun.Other drivers are a whole lot worse about not seeing you than in warm weather.I rode about 20 miles one way and saw the tempature drop to -13F one morning.It can be done but you will wish you hadn`t.Concerning the bike,the XS has way to much power{power is to abrupt}.Need something lighter that can be short shifted{helps keep traction}and have to plan all moves way in advance,downshift before starting down hills with curves so will not have to use brakes.I got caught in a snow more than once on a XS just have to take your time,plan ahead and hope the heat at work is on high.Comments-Thanks P.S. DO NOT USE CHAINS

[fusionking]

Parking Issue

HHMMM.........................motorcycle....hwy... ...cages......snow.....I guess there are worse ways to die......but crippled for life could really suck. Esp. when you have to explain a million time to people all you was trying to do was get the best parking. Well.......you would after that....Handicap is always the best spot and I really been wanting to hot-rod one of those little cart thingies!!!!!!!!!!

[beechfront]

3-wheelers

can you license a 3-wheeler?

I'm not sure but I don't think you can - though I can't understand why not. they can keep up with traffic and can corner as good as most cars.

[Jerry]

Licensing of ATVs varies by state. In Arizona you can license them, but they need to meet state codes: At least 1 rear view mirror, headlight, brake/running light, license plate bracket and light, and horn. While not often used on main roads, it makes the ATVs a common sight on secondary roads and back roads. License plate is same size as a motorcycle plate, and fees are about the same. Title is issued just like any other vehicle. Headlights and tail/stop are stock so there isn't much that needs to be added.

Colorado, as far as I know, won't license them.

Check you local Division of Motor Vehicles to get the info for your state.

[tony7914]

neither rain, nor snow, nor dark of night, stops a determined biker!!

[wildbill]

Originally posted by tony7914
neither rain, nor snow, nor dark of night, stops a determined biker!!

Works everytime

[Shuriken]

I rode my XS650 one snowy night at college because I wanted to ride so bad. It turned out all I did was ride with my feet out, very slow. It wasn't worth the ride for anything other than having the experience one time. It nasties up your bike too - all the road salt and water everywhere.

I would never use chains on a bike. I have a 1982 Honda xl500. Put some good tires on it and snowmobile gear on and one can almost stand to ride in the winter.

Ben

[fusionking]

We trail ride in snow with dirt bikes and the best way is learn how to ride without putting your feet down.....then your a rider!!!! (you can't work levers with yer feet on the ground and the front brake tends to be a litle touchy on ice) surely I'm not the only dude on this forum who does THIS!

[wildbill]

I still ride my dirt bike in the snow,no problem.Ride with feet on footpegs,easier to use rear brakes and also helps keep your balance. A good set of knobbies helps too.

[fusionking]

Yea! and thru the trails looking at a true winter-wonderland on a Yamaha no less!!!