Riding Tips

In a perfect world, all drivers and bikers are responsible. They signal appropriately (according to the DMV, that’s 100 feet before making a turn), brake smoothly and slowly, and never run stoplights. Of course, with the number of accidents and personal injury claims that are reported on a daily basis — it’s safe (or rather, unsafe) to say that we don’t live in a utopian society where all rules created by the DMV are followed. When sharing the road with other people driving their cars and riding their motorcycles, it is important to be very careful of your actions. Besides avoiding texting while driving, try to avoid from assuming everyone else on the road is going to follow the general “no-brainer” rules of safety that you’re following.

A motorcycle is not just your pride and joy – it is a resource, a method of transportation and something of value. As with an automobile, motorcycles require maintenance and care to ensure longevity. Taking better care of your ride will also help with rider safety!

By Jeff Gardenour | May 31, 2012