Staying Safe While Riding a Motorcycle

Motorcycles can be freeing and thrilling. However, they can also be very dangerous if you don’t maintain them properly and ride them in a safe manner. For this reason, this post will go over a few tips you should follow so that you can keep riding your motorcycle and remain free from harm while you’re at it.

How to Stay Safe on Your Motorcycle

1. First and foremost, your motorcycle should be in top shape if you want to ride it safely. Have it inspected by a professional on a regular basis, and be sure to only use the best products on it to keep it performing at its best.
2. You should ALWAYS wear the right gear when you’re on your wheels. A helmet prevents injuries to your head in accidents. Also wear a jacket to cover yourself from the wind and provide that extra protection in case of a fall.  As a rule, NEVER wear flip flops as you ride.
3. Be prepared to react correctly to unexpected situations, even before you head out onto the roads. Practice in a safe place to pick up the skills required to ride a motorcycle well, and do this if you have had long periods of time off the bike.
4. It’s important to inspect the different components in your motorcycle (e.g. your lights, breaks, tires, etc.) before you ride to ensure that everything is working as expected. Have a routine before every ride and check the basics to prevent problems from occurring later.
5. As a motorcyclist, you run more risks than car drivers when you’re on the road. This is why it’s especially important that you follow traffic rules, obey the speed limits, and generally stay on high alert at all times. Be an extra conscious for the sake of your safety.
6. Tied up to the point above, be wary of road conditions when you ride. A small hole, a puddle of water, a bit of sand, or even a pile of leaves can make you lose control of your motorcycle, so watch out!
7. Lastly, beware of the rain and of bad weather in general. If possible, try not to ride when there are bad conditions outside so you avoid exposure to the associated dangers.

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