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5 Reasons Seat height Very Important | Maybe you already know the high seat at the mention of a new motorcycle reviews . However , how important and how it affects the control seat , also known as a necessary guide . Buyers of new motorcycles , especially moge , should be confident while sitting on it . This is the first factor that must be understood .


As reported in the about.com guide users new motorcycle , seat height is very important to help prospective motorcycle buyers choice set . Explained , seat height is the size ( in mm or inches ) from the lowest point of the motorcycle seat to the ground , with the motorcycle upright position . The following important points :

1 . What type of motorcycle affect seat height ? Notching the seat is very dependent on the model and type of motorcycle as usability . For example , the model cruiser should have a lower seat height than the other . This is because the location of the engine just above the biker , make a little seat is lowered position . Sportbike usually higher , because the pursuit of ground clarance to maneuver in the turn. While the model of off-road , adventure , or supermoto , higher due to bulldoze all-terrain functions .

2 . Not only high , but also the shape . Many manufacturers put on the seat as a promotional tool . Typically , a motorcycle with a low seat position more attractive buyer . But these types of motorcycles can not be deceived . For example, off-road model , it is definitely a slim seat . Despite high , tapered seat shape makes thighs can go down almost entirely to help the feet reach the ground . On the other hand , sportbike models usually have a saddle width , to accommodate the multi -cylinder engine . The wide seat makes the thighs restrained and makes it more difficult to reach the foot of the ground . The lesson is to choose the most comfortable possible .

3 . How to measure if the seat is too high ? Sometimes consideration of the model appear without the condition . There are people who do not care tiptoe when stopped at a red light , there is also the prestige . All depends on yourself. Comfort is a priority , and your own taste . If not able to bear a heavy burden when the motorcycle on tiptoe , should not be imposed . The weight should be balanced with the weight of your feet to reduce the possibility of collapse .

4 . You short , how to touch the ground more easily ? Motorists who are not too high to reach the ground is usually more preventive protective foot wear some accessories . Or, it could use shoes with thicker soles to help .

Alternatively, footrest maximize the steering deflect opposite to the side of the foot derived . For example , if you feel more comfortable left foot is lowered when stopped , dibelokan handlebars to the right and right foot little toe hold footrests . It really helps stability until you drove back .

If necessary , make a purchase accessory seat or seat variations that make a lower seating position that makes you more comfortable .

5 . How to trim the suspension ? Many bikers take this instant way without a second thought . The effect affects handling motorcycle , for example bulldoze the corner , the pressure shock absorbers are getting louder , and the suspension geometry will change . Apart from all these can be done , but you should avoid in this way and find another way to get a comfortable position tread .

Make Model	Kawasaki ER-5 Twister
Year	2003
Engine	Liquid cooled, four stroke, parallel twin cylinders, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
Capacity	498
Bore x Stroke	74 x 58 mm
Compression Ratio	9.8:1
Induction	2x 34mm Keihin CVK
Ignition / Starting	Digital / electric
Max Power	50 hp 36.5 KW @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque	45.2 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Transmission / Drive	6 Speed / chain
Front Suspension	37 mm telescopic fork 125mm wheel travel.
Rear Suspension	Dual rear shocks with 5-way adjustable preload 114 wheel travel
Front Brakes	Single 280mm disc 2 piston caliper
Rear Brakes	160mm drum
Front Tyre	110/70 R17
Rear Tyre	130/70 R17
Dry-Weight	179 kg
Fuel Capacity	17 Litres
Overview	Topmoto.it

The ER-5 uses the well-proven parallel twin engine from the GPZ500S in a basic roadster chassis. Aimed at novices and commuters, rather than sports riders, the ER-5 nevertheless offers economical performance and sure-footed handling. The steel-tube cradle frame is stiff enough for the 37kW (50bhp) the re-tuned GPZ engine pumps out, and although the suspension is rather soft, the ER-5s light weight means it hasnt got too much work to do. That low mass helps the brakes too, although the single front disc and drum rear arent the strongest stoppers on the market. The sculpted tank holds only 15 litres (3.5 gal), but the 498cc engine easily returns over 60mpg, giving an impressive range.

Biking is great and needless to say we love motorcycles, but we were having a discussion here and discovered there are a few things that annoy us bikers.  See if you agree?

1.  The British Weather

It may be glorious sunshine today (midweek) but what happens on the weekend when you plan a day out on the bikes along the coast road, yep the skies turn grey and down comes the rain.  Even when you check the forecast and it says rain so you make other arrangements, then theres a heatweave or vice versa and the forecast says sun you get just far away enough from your house to guarantee that you will be utterly soaked when the inevitable thunder storm arrives!  Actually theres nothing you can do about this one so we all agreed you need to make the most of the weather when its good and just go for it.

2.  Bike Nods

Good bike etiquette or a pain in the behind?  Who nods first and do you nod at everyone, does it depend on what he/she’s riding and how you’re feeling and then how annoyed are you when you nod and they dont, you kind wish you hadnt bothered. 

3.  Motorcycle Insurance

Unlike life insurance, motorcycle insurance generally gets lower for the more mature and experienced riders among us (mentioning no names, but you know who you are).  Unfortunately, just like car insurance for the young and inexperienced insuring a motorbike can be costly.  We all agreed that shopping around is a must, bike insurance quotes vary enormously from company to company and today with the many comparison websites its much easier to get insurance quotes.

4.  Bike Thieves

If youve ever had your pride and joy stolen then you know its really is no laughing matter.  Unfortunately as long at there are motorcycles around there will be unsavoury characters who want to steal them.  Today there are now more sophisticated alarms, datatag security kits and bike tracking systems available and although the costs have reduced from a few years ago they can still be expensive, but gives you a better chance of getting your bike back.

5.  Being Beaten by a Car

You are sitting at the lights on your 160bhp machine and super sticky tyres but he has four wheel drive, huge brakes and 340bhp. Do you go for it and show no mercy or do you play it cool and let them know in quiet way you can if you want to.  



So thats our top 5 things that annoy bikers, there are probably several more, why not share your thoughts in the comments box below, but please try and keep it clean and polite!!!!