The motorcycle symbolizes freedom and adventure, but it is also a powerful tool for transportation. Unlike passenger cars, motorcycles can get up to 85 miles per gallon of gas and allow riders to connect intimately with their riding experience.
Safety is a primary concern for motorcycle riders, as they are often exposed to road hazards that a car can’t. They lack airbags, rollover protections and seatbelts, so it is important to be properly trained and equipped.
Getting Ready for Your Ride
Before you hit the open road on your bike, make sure it’s in good working condition. Pre-ride maintenance checks, such as checking tire pressure and spot-checking lines for fluid leaks, help you avoid potential hiccups that can slow your speed and affect your safety.
Check Your Engine, Chassis and Transmission
Regardless of the size of your bike, its basic components play an important role in its function. The engine converts the reciprocating motion of pistons into rotary motion to propel the bike forward; a transmission transmits this motion to the rear wheel. The clutch and throttle control the engine’s speed; the front and rear brakes stop the bike when needed.
Alcohol and drugs impair judgment, coordination, balance and ability to control the bike’s speed and shift gears. In addition, they can reduce your reaction time and make you less alert and observant of other drivers and pedestrians on the road.
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