May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. And while you may not be hitting the road as often as you’d like, it’s important to make sure you know how to stay safe when you can be on your bike more regularly.
Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month is a concerted effort to ensure drivers are aware of motorcyclists like you, and the vulnerabilities you face on the road. Here are some motorcycle safety tips to help keep you safe.
While this campaign strives to increase motorcycle safety awareness for car and truck drivers, as a motorcycle rider, you should also take steps to be seen and stay safe. The first one is understanding the main challenge the average vehicle driver has—seeing you in traffic. Let’s break this down:
Here’s an important hit-list to keep your bike in ride-ready shape:
What you choose to wear can make a difference in comfort, visibility, and protection from injury. Here’s a list of gear you should never leave home without:
There are numerous courses available to help make you a safer and smarter motorcycle rider. Taking one of these safety courses can also help you save on your insurance policy. Visit the Motorcycle Safety Foundation website to find a location near you. And, until we can be out and about, try taking an online course.
Evaluate your insurance policy to make sure it provides appropriate coverage during this time. This may not be the most obvious part of motorcycle safety, but when the unexpected happens, you want to be sure you’re protected.
A critical part of safety today is paying attention to your state’s COVID-19 guidelines, and that includes when you’re on your bike. A few things you should keep in mind when riding your bike right now:
During Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, take time to refamiliarize yourself with all aspects of motorcycle safety to help you stay safe and protected while you ride.
Want more safety tips to keep you safe on your bike? Check out our safety section.
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