Riding a Motorcycle Without a Helmet Many motorcyclists may agree that helmets aren’t cool, or they make your head sweaty. They can be uncomfortable and heavy, especially full face helmets. Many Harley Davidson enthusiasts prefer the half helmets, like the Jockey and German biker helmets. However, most of these are not DOT-approved for roadway use. …
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What are Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents? When it comes to motorcycle accidents, there are a few common occurrences that appear in most cases as the cause of the accident. The first common cause of motorcycle accidents are unsafe lane changes. It is an unsafe lane change when a driver fails to check their blind spot …
What are Helmet Safety Standards? If you have been on the market for a motorcycle helmet, you may have noticed that there are different types of safety approved motorcycle helmets. The main three approved helmets are approved by DOT (Department of Transportation), SNELL (Snell Memorial Foundation), and ECE (Economic Commission for Europe). Each of these …
Gears on a Motorcycle Since the first Motorcycle invented by Maybach in 1855, nearly all Motorcycles have come with a standard transmission setup. This means you have to engage a clutch and manually change the gears on the transmission in order to drive it properly. Some modern motorcycles come with a dual clutch transmission or …
Getting to Know Your Motorcycle Safety Gear If you are new to riding motorcycles, or maybe just plain curious, riding a motorcycle safely, requires the use of the proper safety equipment. there are five main pieces of safety equipment/gear that are both recommended and required by law. It is recommended that motorcycle drivers always wear …
What are Common Types of Motorcycle Accident Injuries? Motorcycle riders are always at a higher risk of serious bodily injuries because of the fact they are fully exposed and held to the motorcycle by gravity. Inexperienced riders may put themselves in harm’s way; becoming subject to major injuries like: Broken Bones When a motorcycle is …
Is it dangerous to ride a motorcycle in the rain? Mastering the skill of motorcycle riding on California roadways is not an easy task. This is the main reason why we see so few motorcycles out on the road in rainy conditions. California is known for its sunny days and clear weather; but, it isn’t …
Why do California Drivers Have Low Liability Coverage? It is a sad fact that California law requires a minimum of $15,000 coverage per person with a maximum of two persons. If you are unlucky enough to be struck by a driver with California’s minimum coverage, your bodily injuries will not be covered past $15,000. These …
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What do I do if the at Fault Party Has Little to No Insurance Coverage? No coverage by the guilty party is an important reason why you should have the best insurance coverage plan you can afford for yourself; a plan that has an adequate uninsured/underinsured motorist policy. In the instance where the at fault …
What Should I do at the Scene of a Motorcycle Accident? When possible, contact police so that a report may be filed. Collect all identification, insurance information from the parties involved and If anyone refuses to exchange information, this is against the law and we recommend calling the police. Take pictures of damages to all …