r/bikers

I’m a girl and I don’t really have anyone to give me info on bikes or let me ride with them so I even know what it feels like.

I kinda want to get one but I am a bit scared and know nothing about bikes. What would you recommend or suggest? And how do I meet people in a the community, as a girl?

I want to upgrade my bike from Ninja 650 ABS.

Looking to get a mid range naked bike. Very interested with used Striple 765rs. But it costs too much.

So either Yamah Mt-07 v1 r CB650F...

Mt07 looks dayumm beautiful and high reputation... While cb650f have 4 cylinders which a signicant upgrade from my previous bike..

Wonder if anyone has any opinion about pros n con? R know anyone willing to let go of one of those with a cheap price?

Hey everyone,

I’m looking for someone to join me for weekend highway rides / short road trips starting from [Your City, e.g., Delhi / Chandigarh / Mohali].

A quick intro & trip details:

- **My Ride:** [Your Bike Name, e.g., Royal Enfield Meteor / Dominar / Classic 350]

- **Riding Style:** Relaxed cruising, defensive driving, zero rash riding (cruising around 80–100 km/h on highways).

- **Destinations in mind:** Open to nearby hills, dhabas, or scenic routes (happy to discuss & plan together).

- **Who can join:**

1. Fellow rider with their own motorcycle.

2. Or someone who loves road trips and wants to join as a pillion.

- **Expenses:** Fair 50-50 split on fuel, tolls, and food.

- **Rules:** Helmet & basic safety gear are mandatory.

If you love motorcycle touring, good chai stops, and exploring new roads, drop a comment below or shoot me a DM. We can connect, do a quick vibe check over tea/coffee, and plan our first day ride!

All expenses goes 50-50

Come in inbox for more details.

Cheers & ride safe!

Hi guys, I just got a 2025 R3.

Riding around town is fine, but it gets hot every now and then.

That said, I have a friend of mine with the same bike, but he installed a full exhaust system (I won't mention the brand name), so he removed the original catalytic converter and muffler and installed these two.

His bike is cold. There's no longer constant hot air coming from below.

His bike has also been remapped, and I don't really care about the fact that it sounds better, but now his bike really seems to run better in every way.

I was wondering how much damage it would do to the bike if we removed the catalytic converter and muffler and installed a higher-quality one without a catalytic converter?

Why wouldn't you do that, even though it would apparently improve the temperature significantly?

From what I could read online, a catalytic converter runs at 600/800°

Hello everyone,

I’m a complete beginner to motorcycles. I know how to ride, but honestly, I don’t know much beyond that.

I’ve booked a Yamaha FZ V3 in Bangalore and paid ₹49,953 as the down payment. Delivery will take around a week because of availability.

I’m a college student about to graduate, and I bought this entirely from my savings from the last 3–4 years of part-time work. So I really want to take care of this bike properly and keep it in good condition for years.

I’ll be riding around 200–250 km most weekends, including Bangalore ↔ my hometown (around 80 km one way).

I’d really appreciate some beginner advice on:

• How to get good mileage without abusing the engine
• Correct gear shifting and RPM habits
• How to ride properly in Bangalore traffic
• What mistakes should a new rider absolutely avoid?
• How often should I check/change engine oil, chain, brakes, tyres, etc.?
• What basic things should I learn to check/fix myself?
• What basic tools/spares should I keep at home or carry on weekend rides?
• How should I maintain and clean the chain?
• Is it okay to park the bike in direct sunlight? Any tips for parking outdoors?
• What accessories are actually useful, and what is just a waste of money?
• What should I buy for basic protection/security?
• Any tips for keeping the bike healthy if I’m riding it almost every weekend?

Also, please suggest a good helmet under ₹3,000 for daily college/office commuting and occasional highway rides.

For longer rides, what are the minimum essentials I should have — gloves, jacket, rain gear, puncture kit, etc.? I know the FZ V3 isn’t meant to be a touring machine, but this is what I have, so I want to make the best of it.

My budget is very tight, so I’m mainly looking for things that are genuinely useful rather than expensive accessories.

Basically, assume I know absolutely nothing about motorcycle ownership and tell me what you wish someone had told you when you got your first bike.

Would really appreciate advice from experienced FZ owners and other riders. Even small beginner tips are welcome.

Bike theft sucks. Let’s build a community knowledge base for real‑world security.

Share your setup:

• Where you park (garage / street / shared lot)
• Your layers (disc lock / chain / anchor / cover / tracker / alarm / insurance)
• What you’d buy first if starting again

No shaming, no brand wars — just what’s worked for you.

Looking for Dashcam, Road Rage & Crash Clips!

Hey everyone!

I'm looking for original clips for my YouTube channel RoadRage Germany.

I'm interested in:

- Road rage

- Dashcam footage

- Police chases

- Crashes

- Near misses

- Crazy driving moments

- Fails

- Any other interesting traffic incidents

Please only send clips that you recorded yourself or that you own the rights to. No stolen or reuploaded videos.

If you'd like your clip to be featured, send me a DM here on Reddit. I'll be happy to give credit if you want?.

Thanks in advance, and drive safe! 🚗