Motorcycle safety

Check out these tips to help make sure other drivers can see you while you’re riding.

Riding your bike offers the exhilarating thrill of nature’s all-encompassing experiences. With those thrills also come uncontrollable elements like rain to contend with. How you prepare for rain can be the difference that helps keep you safe if you’re caught in a storm on the open road.

Nothing beats going for a motorcycle ride. But what if that ride could be even more enjoyable? As with any craft, the experience can always be improved. Here are five tips to help you be a better rider.

In the face of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, many motorcycle riders are wondering if it’s a good idea to be out on the road. After all, it’s just a rider and a motorcycle, so in theory, social distancing applies. We take a look at some of the things you should consider before rolling out, and how to be prepared if you go.

Taking some time to enjoy our passions is recommended these days. You don’t have to tell a motorcycle rider twice! But before you head out on a solo ride, here are the priority items to inspect, along with signs to watch out for when replacement parts are needed.

Beginning motorcycle riders have a big choice ahead of them—what type of bike is the right one? From cruisers to sport bikes and scooters, there are a number of different rides out there. We take a look at what makes them different to help you find the one that’s right for you.

You’ve been looking forward to your motorcycle ride. But when you turn the key, nothing happens. A dead battery can bring your ride to a quick end—a battery booster and jump starter could change that. We take a look at how they work.

Cool weather riding adds to the smart preparations you should make to get your motorcycle—and especially your tires—ready. Check the air pressure in your tires to help ensure you'll arrive at your destination safely. We explain why.

Your motorcycle is designed to weigh a certain amount with you, a passenger, and your gear aboard. When you understand your bike’s Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), you’ll know how much you can carry without risking your safety or damaging your bike.

There’s nothing better than taking a long road trip on your motorcycle. But all those miles add up—along with stress on your body. Physical and mental fatigue can make you tired and lead to crashes on the road. We take a closer look at how to help avoid fatigue.

Summer means clear skies and warm temperatures perfect for motorcycle rides. That summer heat could also pose an unexpected risk to your health—dehydration. We take a look at the danger and offer 5 tips to help avoid it.

Motorcycle owners in Washington will now need to meet minimum liability coverage to legally ride bikes on roads in the state. We take a look at what you need to know, the coverage required, and how to make sure you’re within the law.