| Motorcycles  Cruiser - heavy bike very impressive size with lots of chrome, bags (saddlebags) from the skin on the sides, guttate gas tank. He stepped seat, footrests, forward control, the steering wheel is located close to the rider, soft suspension. The purpose of a cruiser - a quiet and comfortable ride on the highway. In the city it would be cramped. As a rule, engines at such low speed and high-torque motorcycle. In the classic chopper wide rear wheel with a reduced diameter and a narrow front wheel of larger diameter.
Manufacturers
Have you decided to get a cruiser, then you first need to determine the manufacturer.
Classic cruisers are considered among motorcycle Harley Davidson in America. It is clear trendsetters around chopperostroenii. However, in 2013 the market again came brand motorcycles Indian (from another manufacturer American brand of cheaper bikes - Victory), which has a rich history and its perdannyh fans. This brand can even create some competition to Harley.
Motorcycles from Japan very successfully copied in appearance to American cruisers and choppers. By prejudice, the American is more durable, reliable and quality in manufacturing, in addition, they have a more advanced technical solutions and technologies. But now with this exact view is not always worth disagree. Now Russia is very popular Yamaha Drag Star Cruisers and Honda Steed, which combines the perfect balance of cost and quality.
Power motorcycle
 So, you got a producer? Then take a decision on the engine size. For example, nizkokubaturnye cruisers economical, easy for beginners to use and lighter weight. Price they are also more attractive. However, most consumers prefer large motors: the resource is very large and the thrill of travel is much stronger. There is a great demand for motorcycles 750-1100 cc class. centimeters. The larger volume of the engine - is an amateur. If you think of affluent consumers, then you should choose the class of 400-600 cc
Drive
cruisers often have rear wheel is a drive shaft. You can find choppers and cruisers with belt or chain drive to the wheel, but for heavy vehicles PTO would be preferred.
 If you buy a motorcycle with a propeller run, then pay close attention to the state of oil in the reduction gears and gearbox itself. Check the wear of the chain and its type. When the circuit is normal, her life is not large, it is better that a chain of type O-Ring.
the engine and fuel system
two-cylinder, V-twin engine type - the most common, it has liquid cooling with two camshafts (upper). Other types are rarely used. Measure the compression test at idle no noise, buying chopper mileage. Compression should be 0.8-1.0 MPa.
To check the power supply system b /a universal motorcycle to accelerate to a hundred miles an hour. Dips and interruptions in the work on this motorcycle engine speeds indicate contamination of food. Look in the tank - there should not be rust. Very often, corrosion exposed front fork chopper. It is worth noting that it is much harder impact of corrosion is the front fork, rather than the consequences of corrosion frame.
Suspension
 At cruiser rear suspension is monoshock with one or two shock absorbers (on some chopper rear shock is not at all). Post the rear wheel, then swing to the side of the pendulum. The beating of the pendulum indicate deterioration of its bearings. Chopper has unregulated headshells dampers, which are difficult to repair. Yes, and they are expensive to purchase - four hundred dollars apiece. Not everyone can afford it.
hope that even these simple tips will help you find a cruiser or a chopper that can last for many years! |
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