With gas prices being what they are I would like to know more about motorcycles. What would be a good street bike? What sort of fuel economy can I expect? How long does a motorcycle last? Are they good for the same mileage as a car for longevity? What brands are best for economy, purchase price, maintenance, etc.?
Does a hand held magnet work when it is sitting on the table? Magnetism is due to the iron core of the earth not because it rotates.
What Happens if Earth Stops Rotating? What happens to all the earthlings, if Earth stops spinning? Will we be thrown off the Earth's surface, since Earth is spinning at 1000 mph? Of course, this can't happen, but if it did, everything not attached would go flying off to the east, parallel to the surface of the Earth. The speed would depend upon your latitude. Only the people at the poles would be safe. You wouldn't go flying off into space because the 1000 mph maximum (at the equator) isn't enough to overcome gravity, which would still be present. If you survived, the resulting six month day and six month night would probably take care of you pretty quick. Dr. Eric Christian
First my husband is a double master mechanic and a motorcycle rider so you can say I have been around it quite a bit. I also ride motorcycles. The first question you have to ask yourself is do you mind being out in the elements, cold in the winter, hot in the summer, no heater, no a/c. If you are not prepared to ride the bike during these times of the year you are not going to save any money by it sitting in your garage. Most motorcycle deaths by people riding these racy Japanese rice rockets, my recommendation choose a cruiser. Japanese bikes are smooth and will give you good gas mileage, quite and most comfortable. Out of all the Japanese bikes Honda is the only one who supports the parts lifetime. My meaning if you buy a Suzuki after 5-10 years you may not get the parts but a Honda you will. However depreciation is very steep. If you want a bike that is going to hold its value you need to be looking at Harley of course they cost a little more but you will get more of your money back if you sell. Most importantly I recommend you attain your motorcycle license first and then test ride as many bikes as you can. You need to feel comfortable on a bike no matter what it is.
Buy good tires and you'll get more than 7000 miles. We hardly ever use our mini truck because we commute almost year round on motorcycles. My 600cc Shadow gets between 50-70 mpg. It has 73,000 miles without mechanical problems. My Honda Valkyrie has 165,000 without problems. General maintenance is easy enough to do for yourself, so you don't have to pay $90 hr for an oil change. Bikes are easier to find parking for and have fewer doo-dads (like power windows) that end up breaking. Their manufacture uses up fewer resources. They help to keep you out of the psychiatrist's office, as well.
