Is there anything more exhilarating than riding a motorcycle? The wide-open road, high (but legal) speeds, and the sense of community from other riders who share the same passions as you. It takes a lot of skill, time and effort to successfully pass your motorcycle test and once you have the skills needed to pass, it’s easy to just get straight on your bike and hit the open road, especially now that fall is here and the weather is nice!
However, motorcycle safety is something that riders should always work on and continue to evolve. After all, the last thing any motorist wants is to find themselves caught up in a road accident that leaves them injured and unable to get on with their lives – speak to this Lafayette based motorcycle accident lawyer if you’ve been in a crash that could have been avoided.
Here we’ll explore some straightforward motorcycle safety tips for new riders.
Motorcycle Safety Tips For New Riders
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Always Follow The Traffic Rules
When you’ve passed your test, it’s easy to fall into bad habits. If you want to stay safe on your motorcycle, always stick to the rules of the road and remember the lessons from your instructor. If you’re traveling between states, remember to check the local traffic laws in case anything differs.
Always Wear A Helmet
Any motorcyclist who has been involved in a crash usually credits their survival to their helmet. Never ride a motorcycle without one. When you’re driving in a car, the driver can expect some kind of protection from the metal frame of the vehicle. Because you’re on a motorcycle, you have little to no protection, so if you’re struck by a car, your helmet could very well save your life.
Wear All The Gear!
You shouldn’t ride without a helmet and you shouldn’t ride without all the other protective gear. This means thick leather clothing, boots with the correct kind of soles, and thick gloves. These pieces of clothing can help prevent your skin from being severely burned and damaged if you find yourself skidding across the tarmac at speed.
Be Seen
As well as wearing all the right gear, your protective clothing can also help you to be seen by other motorists. Most accidents occur because drivers state they didn’t see the motorcyclist until it was too late. Motorcyclists who wear brightly colored reflective gear and helmets are more likely to be seen than those who don’t. You could also add reflective tape onto your clothing and bike for added visibility.
Always Check Your Motorcycle Before Riding
Taking good care of your motorcycle ensures that it will perform the way you want it to and in the event of a crash, your bike will do what you need it to. So, do some simple checks before you ride, including checking your tires for cracks and bulges, under the bike for leaks, problems with your lights and signals, and all your fluid levels.
Final Thoughts…
If you find yourself caught up in a motorcycle crash, reach out to a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible.
