Motorcycle Basics

By Basem Wasef, About.com Guide to Motorcycles

Here's where it all begins. If you're interested in motorcycles, this is where you'll find basic information on everything from gear, accessories, and bike types to instructions on how to ride.

1. All About Motorcycles
2. How to Start Riding

All About Motorcycles

All about motorcycles: definitions of bike styles, how to ride, and more.

• Definitions of Different Types of Motorcycles
• A Visual Guide to Bike Types

How to Start Riding

Tips on how to get into motorcycling, buying your first bike, and how to ride.

• Getting Started: The First Steps to Riding a Motorcycle
• How to Ride a Motorcycle
• Gear Basics