Motorcycle Views

Here are 10 more motorcycle safety tips. The following motorcycle safety tips are taken from discussions in various motorcycle forums that I was responsible for over the years. Most of these riders have been riding a long time. Here are some of the reasons.

• Expect that everyone who has the opportunity to pull out in front of you or cut you off will take it.


• Leave plenty of room between you and the vehicle in front, watch out for left turners, and stay out of blind spots.


• Do you need to make an evasive maneuver? Remember the bike goes where you look. Don't fixate on any object unless you want to hit it.


• When it comes to group rides, the primary directive has to be 'Ride Your Own Ride'. Many people get into trouble trying to keep up with a group.


• At low speeds you can stabilize your bike by "loading" your rear brake slightly while idling in low gear. With practice, you can roll up to a light so smooth and straight you can balance for four or five seconds before you need to drop a foot.


• Check your tire pressure BEFORE every ride.


• Take a Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) class.


• When stopping in traffic, position your bike either to the left or right hand side of the lane and stop at least 8-10 feet from the car in front. This gives a clear shot out if the guy coming up behind doesn't stop.


• Don't allow your eyes to fix on one object too long. Keep searching your surroundings including your mirrors for hazards and potential hazards.


• Never start across an intersection from a stop light without looking at the oncoming cross traffic. Someone may be running a light and heading right for you.