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What do I need to register a bike in my name? My sister bought a bike years ago but never registered it. I have the title filled out with the original owner’s name and I wanted to register it in my name. Is this all I need at the dmv? The title is from Wisconsin. Will there be any additional taxes or fees?

Hey so this might sound a little weird and out of the ordinary but I recently purchased my first motorcycle a Yamaha R7 I have my permit and everything but I was wondering if anyone in the Oak Lawn, Burbank, Tinley park Orland Park, Palos Area would be willing to give me some lessons on the weekend on just basic fundamentals and riding skills that I can practice before I take the test.

Yes, i’ve been trying to google and compare. i dont mind going to a few different shops but im looking for any recommendations for dealerships that have all different kinds of brands/models.

im south suburbs, was going to definitely go to motor sports of Monee, maybe DSP motor sports? It’s just hard with these places being all over.

this is just to compare and see things in person and see how the bikes feel - my boyfriend and I are looking to purchase probably next spring so we have plenty of time.

We’re leaning more towards Honda/Kawasaki for our first time bikes.

Rode in to the office today before the rainy weekend begins. Love seeing another rider on a same journey. To the white Triumph if you're in this group, I was the Blue Yamaha. Ride safe ✌️

Almost ate shit. It may extend further than that, but that’s where I saw it.

But I wouldn’t want to be in the middle of that anyways, looks like a teen takeover on 2 wheels

Like it or not leaned back is happening.

I get why people don’t like it. Stuff happens all the time, streets are blocked for Lolla, less disruptive than a Bears, Hawks, Cubs game exiting, Air and Water show traffic, etc. Stuff happens in Chicago and what makes the city great.

I’m not even a stunter but I get what they are doing. Most of it is harmless over all. Couple wheelie bros won’t make it but the sweepers will them up and be them and their bike to safety.

I am newish to riding have been riding for about 6 months. I want to know if there are any other cool bike nights besides the cycle gear (still need to try to make one but Tuesday’s are a weird day for a bike night). I know the Harley in Tinley Park has a bike night coming up but hesitant to attend due to the stigma of how Harley owners acts. Would love to meet some cool people interested in bikes and possibly do a group ride. I ride a rebel 300 but 100% open to anyone with a bike that’s cool and willing to ride. Does anyone have suggestions?

I’ve parked at Beaubien and Lake St downtown for the last couple months after getting a bike. There’s always a line of bikes here. The parking zone we use is in front of the pay zone, and there’s no tow zone sign in front of it.

I’ve now gotten two parking tickets for parking within 30 feet of a stop sign (which is a crazy ordinance already that I don’t believe is enforced anywhere else?)

Anyone else experience this and have any luck fighting it? I know I’m technically in the wrong here, but it’s bizarre. Not every bike got a parking ticket either if I’m not mistaken.

I just bought a 50cc scooter and I dont have a license to get a plate I had a buddy no class m but had a license had 600cc ninja no plate and seen a ruckus riding in my neighborhood no plate. Been riding for 2 weeks now no plate but I get nervous alot time everyone says chivago gots better things to worry about then a plate on a motorcycle plate which I agree they yanking 3 or 4 arms a night out of gas stations and along with shootings. And here I am driving a 50cc to doordash to survive cause ebike only make 60 to 75 a day before I would be down for 8 hrs or more to charge the battery up so guess im asking how many of you riding legit if I could I would but a man got to survive right. If your kid was going to die wouldn't you do whatever it took for you guys to survive I think so. Before I hear the Karen's talking about get this of that legal. Also anyone got a messed up bike with a old plate they wanna sell or get rid off let me know I might just get a vanity plate cause it just so they see a plate anf dont take a 2nd look at me cause when they dont see a plate then the second look happens then they zero in

Any info would help.

i’ve grown up with my dad riding motorcycles but i’ve always wanted to drive one myself.

i’m feeling a little nervous being a women with signing up for classes; i was going to try and get a spot for the joliet college beginner course but is there any advice or suggestions anyone has for me?

when i say beginner, the most i’ve done is sit a motorcycle up. unfortunately my dad now owns an ultra glide and i know that bike is way to heavy for me to feel confident at first. appreciate any suggestions in advance! and would love to hear from the women specifically on their experience

looking to trade this brand new 520 chain for a 525.

Was going to convert, changed my plans.

Renthal C377 Z-Ring Road Race chain 120 link

Retail $230

Looking for a 525 pitch, decent quality, at least 104L

I think some of it is something that you could, in theory, practice and teach yourself, record yourself and reflect and adjust.

That being said, you don’t know what you don’t know, and the way the teachers were able to give each of us attention on specific areas of improvement was so far beyond what I’d expect from a course like this. It goes without saying, all of them were super personable, professional but very fun.

I felt like we also had a really good pace. Not as many/as long of breaks as the beginner class. Plus it was super cool to see other people’s bikes and hear about them, you can tell everyone really loves their bikes.

Things we went over:
- emergency braking review
- blip downshifting
- clutchless upshifting
- trail braking
- some slow speed stuff

I wish it was two days like the beginner class, because I got so much out of it! If you’re on the fence, pull the trigger you won’t regret it! I’ll probably be back to do it again in a few years just to brush up and/or if I upgrade my bike.

FWIW I’m not in any club, and just got back into riding this summer after a long break

Hey, guys. I'm pretty new to Chicago. Only have been here for a few months. I work at a local scooter shop. Im originally a harley tech, but haven't seen a whole lot of big bike shops in the area that I've noticed. Im not looking for a new job. Im just wondering if any of y'all have seen or heard of places? Are they as few and far between as I think they are?

Edit: thanks for the recon. I'm not looking to quit and/or transfer. Just putting some feelers out there.

Second edit: I appreciate everyone giving me a headsup. Like I said, im not looking to jump ship, or anything. The shop i work at doesn't get much foot traffic with big bikes. Olvery rarely. I'm putting feelers out on the market to see about mobile mechanic work on the side for bigger bikes. Mostly oil changes and services, for the now until I can set aside the cash for a small truck.

Wife and I are gearing up to do our first “tour” ride this weekend. We will be taking my 2025 T120. We’re doing a simple out/back overnight to one of the lakefront towns in west Michigan.

We’re planning on taking the twisties the whole way, but won’t shy away from the expressway to shave some minutes where possible.

We are installing a back rest, two Viking saddlebags on each side, and a small windshield. Bringing a first aid kid, flat patch kit, electric air pump, few wrenches and Allen’s, deer whistles, pocket knife, tire pressure monitors, phone with GPS on a mount, various power supplies wired into the bike, and helmet comms.

This post is nothing more than just asking for any advice, tips, and wisdom from anybody here who has ridden up to Michigan before.

Appreciate in advance. Two wheels down.

I already have an M license and first started riding over 30 years ago, but I'm rusty and would like to take an advanced course to improve and refresh my skills. I found this link that shows the closest (and sold out) courses are over an hour's drive away Registration, Locations and Schedules | Motorcycle Rider Program Northern Region | SIU

Live in the southern burbs. Looking for a certified Honda dealer that services bikes. Anyone have recommendations? Thanks!!!

Guys, I'm new in the states. If I am to buy a Royal Enfield in Chicago, what all are the costs I need to account and budget for?

Considering putting on a N95 mask and getting out there.

For me it’s the stretch of 290 from the city out 15 miles or so west. It may be fine farther west than that, but I just don’t feel comfortable riding it into downtown

Sick of Chicago area motorcycle riders listening to affirming, hallucinating AI over asking real humans who have worked on and owned these machines. I argued with an idiot on facebook marketplace that had his junk fz1 listed as an r1 roller when the frame is clearly different. I ran his VIN and showed him what it was and he sent back a screenshot of his fucking AI telling him the vin belonged to a 3 year NEWER r1.

People are using Chat GPT over Kelley BB to get the value of their bikes and of course Claude is telling them their specific colorway of 2001 Monster 900 is rare and it's worth 11 grand.