We know you\u2019ve been riding for years, and you don\u2019t need any motorcycle safety tips. But, for those veterans of the open road, it never hurts to saddle up like a beginner and buff up on road safety. Awareness of your limitations and your surroundings will help ensure a safe, enjoyable experience.<\/p>\n
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Here are the top 7, easy-to-digest, motorcycle safety tips.<\/p>\n
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Top 7 Motorcycle Safety Tips<\/h4>\n1. Three-Minute Road-Ready Inspection<\/h5>\n
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It\u2019s exhilarating. The sky is blue, the ground is moist, there\u2019s that dewy smell in the air that encompasses everything \u201clife\u201d. That\u2019s spring. You toss open the garage door and tear the sheet off your old motorcycle. You\u2019re just aching to feel that wind on your face. But before you blaze on out of there, take 3 minutes to conduct a quick road-ready inspection.<\/p>\n
Be sure to take a walk around your bike and conduct a quick road-ready inspection. Check your tire pressure and tread depth, hand and foot brakes, headlights, turn signals and fluid levels. Also secure any cargo.<\/p>\n
Check out this very comprehensive article on the \u201c<\/span><\/span>Three-Minute Check<\/span><\/a>\u201d.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Ensure you get one which is certified as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n Check out this very informative article regarding\u00a0<\/span>Canadian standards for motorcycle helmets<\/span><\/a><\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Your arms and legs should be shielded from the anything from sunburns and road debris, to cuts and scrapes if in an accident. What is time-tested and true are denim, leather or heavy duty fabric. Another purpose for covering your arms and legs is to maintain body temperature and prevent dehydration.<\/p>\n Always remember to suit up before hitting the open road!<\/p>\n Motorcycle jackets<\/b> cover what\u2019s fragile and important: arms, back, ribs, organs. You\u2019ll want a <\/span>motorcycle-specific jacket<\/span><\/a><\/span>. Motorcycle jackets fall into two categories: <\/span>leather<\/span><\/a><\/span> and <\/span>textile<\/span><\/a><\/span>. It\u2019s up to you which one you choose, but the main purpose is safety.<\/span><\/p>\n For<\/span> Pants<\/b>, <\/span>jeans that are either made from or include Kevlar panels<\/span><\/a><\/span> offer slightly more abrasion resistance<\/span>.<\/span> Pants are available in leather or textile materials and should be equipped with CE-rated armor in the hips, shins and knees.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n After you suit up, you\u2019ll want to tie it all together with a <\/span>pair of sturdy boots<\/span><\/a><\/span>. They should cover at least to the ankle. Boots with oil-resistant, non-slip soles and good ankle support should be considered a minimum.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Use headlights while riding on the highway, and use high beams rather than low beams. Also consider a modulating headlight.<\/p>\n Check out these 8 way you can make your <\/span>motorcycle more visible<\/a><\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n This should be a given. But the <\/span>stats paint a different picture<\/span><\/a><\/span>.<\/span> In Saskatchewan, for instance, the rate of drunk driving is 683 incidents per 100,000 people in the province, which is more than double the national rate. And the numbers are worse in the northern territories.<\/span><\/p>\n2. Make Sure You’ve Got Your Helmet<\/h5>\n
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Head injuries are the number one cause of fatalities on the road. To prevent this is so simple it\u2019s almost silly: WEAR A HELMET.Can\u2019t stress it enough. Also, in Canada, in all provinces, it\u2019s illegal to not wear a helmet. And you need to ensure you have a helmet which is certified by the<\/span> Canadian Standards Association<\/span>.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n
3. Arms and Legs Should Be Covered<\/h5>\n
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<\/p>\n4. Wear Sturdy Boots<\/h5>\n
5. Wear Reflective Clothing<\/h5>\n
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Ensure you\u2019re seen by all other drivers out there by outfitting yourself with retroreflective materials. Don’t assume you are visible to a driver. As a motorcyclist, it is your responsibility to make your presence known to drivers. Wear bright, contrasting protective clothing. If you wear dark clothing, wear a fluorescent vest.<\/p>\n6. Don’t Drink and Ride!<\/h5>\n