Tiger Tales 7: Being a Responsible Motorcyclist
By the Law Tigers
America’s Injury Lawyers Who Ride
Being A Responsible Motorcyclist
Safety is paramount when riding your motorcycle. Below are several tips to enhance your safety and minimize risk while riding the open road.
- Get Licensed – Nearly half of all motorcycle riders involved in accidents are unlicensed or improperly licensed.
- Educate – More than 90% of riders involved in accidents had no formal training. Take a basic motorcycle rider training course to develop necessary riding techniques.
- Prepare – Wear appropriate gear for comfort and protection.
- Be Seen – Enhance visibility by wearing bright clothing and using retro-reflective material.
- Be Awake – A motorcyclist’s ability to react is greatly impaired by fatigue and drowsiness.
- Plan – Whether in a group or alone, determine your route in advance and coordinate with other riders.
- Inspect – Conduct a safety inspection of your motorcycle before each ride.
- Ride Sober – Riding while intoxicated affects judgment significantly.
- Obey the Law – Know the local traffic laws and rules of the road.
- Be Courteous – Be considerate on the road by showing courtesy and respect to other drivers.
- Improve – Take an experienced motorcycle rider course to sharpen and perfect your street-riding strategies.
Ride Safely!
