Owning a motorcycle

What owning a motorcycle actually costs once insurance, gear, and a real seasonal riding window are counted in, and what longtime owners wish they had understood about that math before they bought.

• Is owning a motorcycle worth it? Worth it if you ride often. Otherwise it's a pricey toy.
• What does owning a motorcycle cost beyond the purchase price? Budget $1,500 to $3,000 a year beyond the bike.
• What do motorcycle owners wish they'd known before buying? The costs and the gear add up fast.

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