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Things to Consider Before You Buy by TIM RUDON careful selection. A motorbike is sacred to many and just a vehicle to some. However, no motorcycle buyer should be without a check list that will help him or her make a great selection. 10 things to consider before paying for a motorcycle: 1. Check it out and do so with a motorcyclist friend in tow. Check if the Buying a new or used motorcycle is serious business. It needs thought and motorcycle is clean and straight down centerline and forks. 2. Take along a list of models and their pros and cons. Discuss the nuances with the friendly sales person. 3. Find out about gears, brakes, clutch, and all other mechanics. 4. Determine engine specifics and details of gas tank and wheels. 5. Ask about service and warranties. 6. Get details of accessories and other musts like helmets, rear view mirrors and so on. 7. Sit on a lot of bikes to get a feel of height and riding position. 8. Read up on bikes in discover Today's JUNE 3 • CABANA DAY at Legend's Pub. First bike out at noon. Pool tournament at 7 p.m. Come out for a day of fun. Prizes, auction and food. Call 867-2364 for more information. JUNE 9 • FAYETTEVILLE AREA SOCIETY OF HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT SCHOLARSHIP FUND MOTORCYCLE RIDE at Arnette Park. Registration 9-9:45 a.m. Kickstands up at 10 a.m. Call 366-3983 for more information. Motorcycling. Get all the information on types of bikes, financing, bike care and more. 9. If you are new to motorcycles choose a light-weight bike rather than the coolest, sexiest bike that only pros can ride. New riders should aim for a four-cylinder of less than 600cc or 75cc for sports machines and 150cc for everyday use. JUNE 16 • 2ND ANNUAL HOME GROWN HEROES/FALLEN OFFICER MEMORIAL RIDE at the Cumberland County Court House. Registration 8 a.m. Ride 9:45 a.m. $20. Call 922-6673. JUNE 23 • CAPE FEAR PEDIATRICS POKER RUN at Louies Sports Pub. Registration 11 a.m. Ride at noon. $10. Cash prizes, 50/50 raffle, music, vendors bike show and more. Call 723-0644 for more information. 10. Ask about safety gear and budget for this too in the cost of the motorcycle. Use pants, helmet, gloves, and jacket meant for motorcycling. All motorcyclists must consider safety and reliability. Get a valid motorcycling license and insurance too. Be wise and take a Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) course see: www.msf-usa.org. Refer to magazines like beginner bike, magazine for recommendations on good starter bikes. According to dedicated bikers, a good choice of a motorcycle for a beginner would be Honda, Suzuki, Kawasaki, Yamaha, and Buell Blast. Choose a bike that suits you and not one that looks good on the cover of a magazine. The rule of thumb is the motorcycle and its rider must fit like hand in glove. Test ride the motorcycle and get a feel. A large part of selecting a motorcycle is comfort and instinct. So choose a motorcycle with care so that you get long hours of riding as well as comfort and safety. Never buy a bike on first sight or visit. Take your time in making a selection. Visit the many motorcycle websites on the internet and comparison shop. Find out what offline prices of motorcycles are and compare features as well as prices, service contracts, and warranties. Many people find that the best deals are available on the internet. Others feel a motorcycle must not be bought without viewing and test riding. So get all your thoughts and options in order before you make a choice. TIM RUDON, Contributing Writer, via Article City. COMMENTS? editor@ upandcomingweekly.com. JUNE 23 • 2ND ANNUAL BEST BIKES IN FAYETTEVILLE BIKE SHOW at Buster Bar and Grill. Vendors, food drinks, auction and more. Bike show registration 1-4 p.m. Call 723-0644 for more information. JULY 28 • WINGMEN MC LUPUS RIDE. Find out more at www.capefearhd. com/calendar.php PATRIOT GUARD RIDERS The Patriot Guard Riders is a diverse group of patriots from every state that come together to honor fallen soldiers at funeral services across the country. Visit www. patriotguard.org for more information. June 3, 2012 Domestic Beer $ 1.50 Seven Days A Week Call for more information CABANA DAY 4624 BRAGG BLVD. Does your advertising leave you feeling this way? Advertising can be pretty complex. You may not know which way to turn. Th ere is a sign you can rely on — ours. Call us today so that our professionals can make the most of your advertising investment. 22 UCW MAY 23-29, 2012 wwwupandcomingweekly.com 484-6200 Another sign we're working for you. Free Papers Working For You WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM