5 Ways to be Safe on a Motorcycle
Truck collided with an SUV. Motorcycle bumped unto a deer. A car
turned turtle. Head-on collision, bumps, injuries and deaths are
rampant in our busy streets. These are common occurences in our
busy roads. They have become common that they are already
treated as ordinary incidents in the streets. A great number of
them are caused by negligence and recklessness. However, despite
these occurences motorists are still not that cautious on how
they can be safe with their every ride.
To help motorists, here are the rules of thumb in riding a
motorcycle:
1.Ready your motorcycle. Do not go into a battle with a
defective sword. Thus, inspect first your motorcycle. Are the
parts in good riding condition? If there are parts that need to
be replaced, replace it. If there are those that need to be
fixed, then fix it first. If these parts are overlooked, they
will not only spoil your ride but spoil your life as well.
2.Wear your protection. Helmet, jacket/vest, gloves, pants and
footwear must not be neglected. If you want total protection
then, do not dare neglect any of these gears. You do not know
which body part will be hit. You do not even know if there will
be a fatal crash just after mounting on your bike so you must
protect everything from your head to your toe!
3.Be conspicuous. Try to use motorcycle parts and gears that
reflect or emit lights. This will help you become obvious to
other motorcyclists. Most accidents happen because the road is a
blurry du to rain or snow. Moreover, the use of neon colors can
very well help.
2.Keep Distance. Be an island. Leave ample space all around your
motorcycle to avoid bumps. Most of the time, mishaps happen
because of tailgating and not keeping safe distance.
3.Expect accident. Every time you drive, expect an accident.
That way you will be extra careful and drive defensively. Beware
of the curves, intersections, oncoming left turners, school
zones and other populated places so as to prevent road accidents.
4.Avoid riding during nighttime. It's hard to see other
motorists at night this is especially true when there are lesser
lights used. Aside from conspicuity another possible problem
that may arise during nightime are the drunken drivers who are
mostly coming from bar hopping spree or teenagers having their
weekly night-out.
5.Ride you Own Ride. You do not have to impress others. Know
your limits and always remember safety more than anything else!
Live yor life and enjoy your ride to safety!