Riding Safely at Night: Part 1
Long-term motorcycle riding is all about risk management and keeping safe year after year. While biking at night is not always possible to avoid, it all boils down to one thing: visibility. You must be visible to other motorists and other objects in the area, and you must be able to see what is going […]
Gathering Evidence After a Motorcycle Accident
Motorcycles are more common than ever before on the roads, both commercial and private. However, as the popularity of motorcycles grows, so does the risk of being involved in a motorcycle accident. Statistics say tens of thousands of motorcycle riders are killed or injured in a crash every year. The lesson to be learned from […]
What is the Safest Motorcycle?
Riding a motorcycle inherently carries greater risks than driving a car. A motorcycle rider can only be as safe as the bike they have chosen, so it is vitally important that you choose the best bike for you and your purposes. The question is often asked: what is the safest motorcycle? However, there is no […]
ABS for Motorcycles: Do you need it?
One of most important developments in safety in cars on the road in past few decades has been the introduction of the anti-lock braking system (ABS). ABS in cars has lessened the number of would-be accidents over the years and has allowed drivers to regain control of their vehicles that otherwise would have been hard […]
How to Get Over Your Fear of Riding After an Accident
Motorcycle riders are far more likely than their car-driving counterparts to get into an accident. Everyone, especially those who ride, knows that riding can be dangerous and how important it is to do everything you can to protect yourself on the road and ride defensively. If you ride long enough, you will likely get into […]
How to Crash Your Motorcycle
No one ever plans to get into an accident. However, if the inevitable is about to happen, you would likely rather be prepared as much as possible. Did you know there is a safe way to crash your motorcycle? Most motorcyclists will experience a crash at some point in their riding career if it lasts […]
Why You Should Carry Motorcycle Insurance in Florida
Florida is the only state in the US that does not require all motorcycle riders to carry an insurance policy. However, just because it is not a requirement to register your vehicle does not mean that it is a wise decision to go without insurance. Even if they do decide to invest in an insurance […]
A Guide to Motorcycle Jackets
There is perhaps nothing more iconic in motorcycle lore than the leather jacket. Countless movies have featured a character who rides a motorcycle and dons the infamous jacket with the ultimate air of cool. However, if you are newer to riding, you may not realize that the motorcycle jacket has a purpose beyond just fashion. This item […]
Motorcycle Helmet Components and Fit
We have previously discussed the six different types of helmets you can buy for you your motorcycle, depending on what kind of riding you are doing. However, not all helmets are created equal. Some helmets are safer than others, and there are proper standards that most motorcycle helmets are held to. It is important that […]
A Guide to Types of Motorcycle Helmets
We have previously discussed the basics of the types of gear out there that you should consider wearing to protect yourself while riding a motorcycle, but in this post, we are going to focus on what is arguably the single most important piece of equipment that protects the most vital part of your body: the helmet. In […]
