I recently posted about concrete falling onto my car on the outbound lanes on the cross bronx damaging my car. It happened again this morning to someone else. It seems like this time it injuried a passenger or driver.
https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/cross-bronx-expressway-debris-falls/
Someone dropped my bike while i was away. I don’t know who it was, probably a stranger on my neighborhood. When i saw it the damage looks to be all cosmetic, fuel leaked mainly. Are there any other things i should look for/be concerned for? What do you guys do for something like this? Should i file a claim for insurance?
I rode it for maybe 5 minutes and everything seemed fine. But would like some advice.
if you have a motorcycle with the license plate MM-MIA some guy very clearly on drugs stole it and dropped it down the staircase of the 2nd ave station on 2nd ave and E houston
Im moving to NYC in August, going to live in Greenwhich Village for about 10 months before leaving. Is it at all worth it to try to find a bike or maybe scooter to get around?
Ive been driving for 25 years, riding in California traffic for about 7 years. I'll have my car parked in a secure garage in Jersey and dont expect to use it unless getting out of town for a few days.
Anyone who lives in NYC give me some perspective? Worth it to buy something cheap or nah?
EDIT; Thanks everyone!
i’m a new rider and I live in Bushwick and every day I ride and I keep up with traffic. I’m not slow, but people just honk and basically try to kill me and knock me off my bike. They’re acting like I’m a bicycle in the middle of the lane and they just go they like go into the sidewalk to go around me. It’s so weird. Do I just need to carry a gun and pointed at people now?
I know you guys in the community don’t condone this. What action should I take? Happened 10 minutes ago. No one actually hurt so I figure a police report isn’t worth the effort. Thoughts? Thanks guys!
Some idiot (apparently was stoned outta his mind) hit my bike and the car in front of mine, and then ran away. Called the cops, getting a report in a couple of days. Thankfully got the license plate photo of the perpetrator and the scene of the crime from a witness.
Hey everyone. I got into a really frustrating situation and wanted to ask if anyone in NYC has dealt with something similar.
I’m an immigrant here in NYC and honestly I don’t really have anyone to help me navigate situations like this, so I’ve been trying to figure everything out on my own.
I bought my motorcycle after a long break from riding, and literally about a month later it got stolen at the end of last month. Two days later NYPD recovered it, and thankfully the bike is still intact.
The problem is that now it’s being held as evidence because the person who stole it is apparently a minor and the case was transferred to Family Court. I’ve now been waiting almost two weeks trying to get the motorcycle released.
Every time I call or go to court, I keep getting told:
“You’re waiting for the assigned ADA to consent for us to issue a property release.”
Honestly, dealing with all these government offices has been exhausting. I’ve spent a huge amount of time and energy trying to figure everything out, calling different numbers, getting transferred around, being told to call back later, and at this point I feel completely stuck and don’t know what else to do.
The worst part is that I didn’t even fully insure the bike yet. I barely had time after buying it, and it wasn’t covered for theft. So right now I’m stressed that I’m just losing money while my own motorcycle is sitting somewhere as evidence.
• Has anyone dealt with this before ?
•Would it make sense to contact a lawyer to help speed this up?
The bike is worth around $8k and I really need it for work and daily transportation.
I’d really appreciate any solid advice or suggestions from people who’ve dealt with something similar. Thanks.
Hey all, I’m excited to do the DGR ride on Sunday. Have been riding for a long time. Learned to ride on my dad’s BMW after graduating college after taking the MSF course and getting my license in PA. Moved to NY years ago and the M class certification didn’t transfer. Been riding a scooter in NYC for last 3 years and finally upgraded to a Moto Guzzi V7 Special. Currently riding around on a non-expired NY motorcycle permit. I haven’t been able to retake the MSF course and get fully licensed here in NY yet. Not ideal, but have been busy and I’m annoyed I even have to pay $400 to do it.
My question is this: is anyone at DGR gonna check if I’m fully licensed? Like when I register before the ride or whatever? Anyone done the ride before and know how that works?
Appreciate any info you may have!
Couple months ago I bought a new bike in South Carolina and rode it home. I hate interstates so took the scenic route. Did it over 4 days and 960 miles on a 450.
Mostly 2 lane highways and there is some gravel sections. Max speed limit for most of the roads is 60-65. Plenty of fuel station available for those with short range but most importantly, lots of fast and slower twisties and scenery.
In case you’re looking for an adventure…
God I miss the BBQ
*edit
I will say it is kinda boring until Strasburg, VA though a cool section in NJ along a river.
*edit 2
Wrong file was linked. This is the correct gpx
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LgBRfD76WncKFXMilEiV3SAKbN4C73WE/view?usp=drivesdk
Im moving to NYC and like to ride. I do not care what the bike is as long as it gets me from A to B.
But are people just stealing stuff all the time?
Be advised that just a few minutes ago, four guys on two mopeds wearing shysties were standing around it. Saw me looking at them and they peeled off. Couldn’t grab a plate or a picture of them in time but they might be back. There’s also a Triumph parked directly across the street.
Hi, I have my motorcycle license road test Wednesday May 13th at 9amin Red hook. I am required to have someone with a motorcycle license 21yrs or up accompany me for the test. Is anyone willing and available to be a participant? Can pay for breakfast. Test is 10mins. Thank you kindly
I’ve ridden dirt bikes my whole life but have an upcoming trip on the road where I’ll be renting a bike and need to get my license. I don’t have any bikes here in the city to do the one day advanced rider course that allows for the waiver. The school can’t rent me a bike for the course either. Looking for informal “rental” to be able to use the bike for the 6 hour course in western LI. Happy to leave my car with yall as collateral….
I wonder why 🤔
One-offs only. No two alike.
Teaming up with Dainese NYC on May 30 to host The One-Off Show — a car and bike block party at the Dainese Manhattan store. Awards for the standout one-offs on the street.
Have a one-off you want on display? Submit for VIP placement: Douglas@8112studios.com
Pull up. Bring something nobody else has.
Link to original post: https://www.instagram.com/p/DYPjqdYuUd1/
First time out of NYC on a bike, this ride was pure bliss, tho I did freeze my add off this morning, totally worth.
Anyone here have ACTUAL experience using RiderShare? Someone in this sub recommended it to me, and yet they NEVER used it?? How can you recommend something like that, for all I know it could be a scam. In the event it’s real, is it like enterprise, is a deposit required or not?
Just purchased the bike, does the chain need to be only cleaned or complete replaced?
2021 Ninja 400
Please suggest a reliable BIFL compact digital tire gauge for my tire puncture kit.
Thank you!