| Thinking about getting on a motorcycle for the first | | | | riding rules. |
| time? Maybe you always had a fantasy where you | | | | Practice |
| are riding down the road with the wind in your face? | | | | Once you have learned the basics of motorcycle |
| It's never too late to make that dream come true, | | | | safety, it's important to practice riding first. Whether |
| but a beginning motorcycle rider should take some | | | | in your driveway, down a little used street or |
| precautions and take the time to learn about their | | | | alleyway, try to practice steering the bike, leaning, |
| new hobby first. Here are some tips for the beginning | | | | using turn signals, the brakes, using the mirrors, |
| motorcycle rider, to stay safe and have fun at the | | | | stopping and any other controls. Honk the horn a |
| same time: | | | | few times. Sit on the bike a while and get |
| Picking a Motorcycle | | | | comfortable before turning the key. On your first |
| It's crucial to select the right motorcycle for your | | | | ride, be cautious as you may be prone to falling. |
| needs and desires. Do you want a motorcycle built | | | | Whether or not you choose to learn motorcycle |
| for speed or maybe you just want a motorcycle | | | | safety, take a course or learn from a book or |
| that allows you to cruise down the road at your | | | | instructor, putting some time into getting familiar with |
| leisure? Maybe you just want to save money on gas | | | | your bike and practicing basic procedures is a smart |
| and get from point A to point B quickly? It's | | | | thing to do. |
| important to decide exactly what you want out of | | | | Safety Equipment |
| the experience and then research different makes | | | | Choosing the right safety equipment and accessories |
| and models for your purposes. It may also be helpful | | | | is also essential. A helmet should be your first priority. |
| to visit local dealers and ask them for | | | | A good helmet will be comfortable but still protect |
| recommendations for bikes. | | | | your head in an accident. For first time riders, also |
| Lessons | | | | consider extra padding, including padding for the |
| So you've driven a car for 30 years, does that mean | | | | knees. Goggles are also important, a good pair of |
| you can jump on a bike for the first time, instantly | | | | goggles are important for glare reduction, protection |
| know what you're doing and be a safe motorcyclist? | | | | of your eyes in all weather situations and for |
| Highly unlikely. If you have never ridden a bike | | | | protection from flying debris like pebbles, rocks, dirt |
| before, it's essential to take a motorcycle safety | | | | and bugs. Other accessories should include gloves and |
| course. Taking a course can drastically reduce the | | | | a jacket. Another safety tip for beginning riders is to |
| chances of having an accident on your bike. It's | | | | stick out by choosing bright colored clothing and a |
| certainly worth the time and money to invest in | | | | helmet. Whether it's a white, orange, red or neon |
| taking a safety course for everyone who may ride | | | | helmet, your chances of being in an accident go |
| your bike. You may also consider getting a book to | | | | down quite a bit by just making this choice. |
| help you brush up on basic motorcycle safety and | | | | |