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10:17 5 January 2010

Common Motorcycle Myths

One thing I hear on a regular basis from other riders is that cars don’t care or respect them. This might be true to a certain degree but as motorcycle riders we have the responsibility of making ourselves visible . We need to stand out and be visible.  This might mean that  we find Womens Black Leather Jacketswomens leather motorcycle jackets with reflective highlights sewn into them or bright colored leather highlights. Bright colored clothing ,chrome, good lights and a helmet that is reflective or has reflective highlights.

I hear from allot of riders say that loud pipes make other drivers more aware of motorcycles. It may be true to a certain degree but if you really think about it the exhaust is directed out the back making most of the noise go in that direction. I still feel as an avid rider that the biker has to be more and more aware of his or her surroundings. It is the motorcycle riders responsibility to make or try to make others aware of the fact that he or she is on the road. Ride responsibly if in groups stay tight so that other motorists don’t attempt to get in the middle of the group.

Join a motorcycle group such as a local HOG chapter.   They do allot of good things for the community and provide allot of  good camaraderie.  Our chapter has monthly meetings and safety seems to come up at most of these meetings.   The myth that motorcycles are dangerous may have some merit but alotof that danger can be alleviated with good safe responsible and attentive driving. Remember safe driving techniques and make others aware of your presence. Remember ride for yourself and always wonder what the other guy is gonna do.