Practice Makes Perfect
June 30, 2014
All new riders should take safety courses and get plenty of practice before they hit the road. One great way to practice at home (or in an abandoned / empty parking lot) is to buy a few cones and set up your own obstacle course.
Practice tight turns, quick stops, accelerating, decelerating and keeping the bike balanced. The more you practice, the better control and confidence you will have on the road. Remember, even experienced motorcyclists practice their skills, especially after a long winter when riding skills tend to get a bit rusty.
Once you can accomplish this feat of motorcycle greatness, we will be impressed:
Until that day, keep on practicing!
Eyewear for Night Riders
May 10, 2014
Night riding can be a great experience. There are fewer cars on the road and the air is cooler, but visibility issues pose a greater risk for motorcyclists without the right night gear. So we put together this handy list of vision-improving gear for your night cruising pleasure.
Night Riding Glasses. Improve your night vision with a good pair of night riding glasses. These bad boys are a bargain buy, starting at just 99 cents.
Night Riding Goggles. Another low-cost option for night riders, these goggles designed for motorcyclists are designed with yellow shatter-proof lenses for added safety.
Photochromatic Visor. Some helmets come with photochromatic visors. These visors darken in the sunlight and become clear at night for better visibility. There are also helmets with interchangeable visors, so you can switch to the clear visor as the sun goes down.