A motorcycle is the king of toys when it comes to being a grown up.
But like all technology, it has a severe dark side potential to be aware of. We’re talking mostly about your safety out there on the road. Not just that, but how intimidation and lack of confidence can get in the way as well. So before you put all your money into getting that dream toy, here’s what you should keep in mind.
Keep practicing how you ride: The first thing that you need to do is make sure that you’ve learned how to ride. That’s a given for most people riding a motorcycle. But it’s also important that you find a safe place to continue to practice how you ride, as well. You want to keep getting more used to it until it feels as intuitive as walking.
Keep looking up riding tips until you’re confident as you can be on it.
What you need: Firstly, you need to pick out the kind of bike that’s right for you. It’s easy to want the most powerful kind possible, but not always a great idea. Take what you can handle for now. The limits can be pushed when you’ve felt out where they are.
What shouldn’t be pushed is your need for safety gear. Make sure you’re well stocked, and you check them before each ride.
Awareness: Then when you get on the road, make sure that awareness is your primary concern. As a motorcycle rider, it’s easy to get caught up in the thrill, in the sensation of it all. But being aware of your surroundings and seeing how others drive is the most important part of the ride by far. The problem with motorcycles is how easy they are to disregard for other drivers.
Being in their blind spot and being smaller increases that risk. So you have to be aware for the both of you.
What to do in trouble: Similarly, you also need to have plans for whenever trouble does strike. Motorcycle riders can easily be blamed for road accidents, so you need to make certain responsibility is put in the right place. Record as much as you can of the accident and get the details you need. From the other driver as well as witnesses.
Then find out if you’re eligible for motorcycle crash accident compensation.
Have fun: It’s not all doom and gloom, however. Riding a motorcycle is incredibly fun, so give yourself the chance to experience that. Take the time to arrange a real drive. Perhaps even a road trip, turning your passion for the bike into a bit of a mini-vacation. It can be one of the best ways to practice how you ride and hone your skills after you grow confident. Just always keep your safety in mind.
Hopefully, the points above keep you safe and keep you having fun with your bike for a long time. As long as you’re safe and having fun, that’s all that matters.