Gestalt psychology tells us the whole is more than the sum of the parts. Perhaps those early German theorists discovered this principal while out in the garage working on their motorcycle one day. No, probably not. But it does ring true that the experience of owning and riding a motorcycle is so much more fun and meaningful than the hundreds of individual parts that make it work. Still, when one of those parts isn't working or needs replacement, the whole motorcycle and biker suffer. Fortunately there are many online opportunities to buy parts and everything else to make to whole experience better. Parts and More Parts Many online dealers and outlets are a great place to get OEM (Original Equipment Manufactured) parts. These parts replace the parts originally on your machine when it was manufactured. So if you want the exact part look for an online retailer with an OEM section of their website. You will need the part number along with the make and model year of your bike. Older parts are harder to request, particularly of they no longer make that type of bike. Many companies also sell Aftermarket Parts. These are parts that are not made by the original manufacturer of the motorcycle, but are designed to fit and work as well as original parts. They are frequently less expensive. Make sure you know which one you are ordering and check the part when it comes in to make sure it's either an OEM or Aftermarket part. It's All In The Details More than an automobile, a motorcycle must fit the body of the person riding it in order for that person to have a safe and comfortable journey. A bonus of online shopping for motorcycle buyers is the ability to customize a bike to fit their needs. http://Bikebandit.com is one of many online retailers that sell things like seat extensions, knee and shin guards, or decals and stickers to customize your bike to look the way it should look for you. Each manufacturer has link on their site to the customization page where you can choose which accessories work best on your bike to ensure that it not only has the right feel but the right look as well. You want your motorcycle to say something about you, and online accessories stores are prepared to help you do that. Clothes Make The Rider Motorcycle clothes aren't just a vanity worn to look a certain way. Most of them have a protective component important when speeding along in the open air. Riding suits can be purchased both from dealers and from online motorcycle clothing stores. Some of these also come with attachments to the suit for knee and elbow protection. A good helmet is essential and every rider has a preference to the type of helmet most comfortable. Some prefer a full-shield and others feel claustrophobic behind the full helmet and want the half helmet which doesn't seem to block their vision or enclose them too much. Make sure the website you purchase from has a return policy if you do buy a helmet or other specialty clothing so you can exchange something if the fit is not exactly perfect. Motorcycles are a ton of fun to own and journey with. With some online extra's you can make sure your ride goes on for a long time to come.