Common Mistakes to Avoid When Riding a Motorcycle
Although nothing can beat the thrill of riding a motorcycle, prioritize safety on the road. As a responsible rider, you’ll want your riding ventures to be as safe for you as for others around you. Follow our guide to make the most of your time on your bike and avoid these common mistakes that many novice riders make when riding at full throttle.
If you want more advice or are still in the market for a new motorcycle, visit Maxey’s Motorsports. You’ll find us in Oklahoma City, OK, where we happily welcome our friends from Tulsa and Edmond.
Not Wearing Proper Gear
Wearing the proper gear is key to your safety on the road. Make sure you wear a riding suit or riding pants and a jacket, close-toed shoes, and a well-fitting helmet on your rides. You’ll also want to wear protective eyewear and a pair of well-fitting gloves to keep your eyes and hands safe.
Rushing Corners
You’ll also want to be extra cautious when approaching a bend. Your motorcycle will likely tilt to one side, around a turn, and increase your chance of tipping over—so be careful.
It’s also more difficult to see oncoming traffic around a corner. Unless you are watchful, you might end up colliding with it or run into gravel, sand, or water that might be present on the road.
Overloading Your Bike
More importantly, you’ll want to avoid overloading your motorcycle with more weight than it can handle. This can not only cause your bike to lose balance and put your safety at risk, but it can also jeopardize the safety of other motorists around you.
Before loading your motorcycle, try to determine its weight handling capacity and avoid exceeding the limit. You’ll also want to use storage compartments like saddlebags for storing your belongings during transit.
We hope you can use this guide to stay safe when riding your motorcycle. If you have more questions, let our knowledgeable staff at Maxey’s Motorsports address them for you. Our dealership is in Oklahoma City, OK, but we also serve Tulsa and Edmond.