The Basic Needs of Motorcycle Safety

When it comes to Motorcycle Safety there are some basic principles that every rider should be knowledgeable of. The big question with most riders is, "What is the least amount of protective gear I can get away with?" The question, however, should not be how much you can get away with, but rather what is going to keep you alive longer. Whether you are driving a motorcycle, motor scooter, car, truck, or tractor trailer, there is going to be risk involved. But riding a motorcycle can be one of the most dangerous ways to travel. Knowing this will assist you in choosing how much protective gear you need when riding.

 

As a general rule you can expect to spend somewhere between $500 and $1k if you are going to get serious about protecting yourself out on the road. Motorcycle safety is not something you want to buy the cheap stuff with. However, there are alternatives to buying brand new. There do exists some used websites out there that offer good quality 2nd hand gear for a discounted price. So take that into consideration when reading this article.

 

A good Helmet is where you need to start when thinking about proper motorcycle safety. They make them in all kinds of colors so you can match with your bike, or choose to do something different. Just know the brighter the color the more visible you will be out on the road. Jackets and a good pair of leather pants are your second line of defense. Jeans are a little better than bare skin, so leather is much more prefered against road rash. In place of riding pants and jackets they do make riding suits that go over your entire outfit. And if all that is to much for you to be wearing, they make riding armor that fits nicely under your clothes as well. You can finish off your basic riding gear with a pair of gloves and boots.

 

There are some extra things that will add additional layers of motorcycle safety. Ear plugs will help guard against possible hearing damage from the bike and wind. Support cups, for males, will give that extra support that could be needed. And reflective vests will let everyone know where you are in relation to the bike itself. The general rule of thumb for all safety is not how little you can get away with, but rather what will keep you the safest.