ARIZONA BIKER MOTORCYCLE ROAD SAFETY RULES

BIKERDAN’S BIKER MOTORCYCLE SAFETY TIPS FOR BIKERS RIDING ON THE STREETS ROADS AND HIGHWAYS IN ARIZONA AND THE SOUTHWEST

1. WATCH FOR VEHICLE TURNING LEFT IN FRONT OF YOU
This is the most commonly documented statistic in all motorcycle accidents. My personal tip is to watch the front tires of oncoming vehicles. Often times, a cager will tip their hand by turning their front wheels to the left while stopped at a light.
2. COVER YOUR BRAKES WHEN APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION
I even go as far as to cover the horn button with the thumb of my clutch hand! This simple technique will dramatically reduce reaction time if something unexpected catches you off-guard.
3. LOOK TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT AT EVERY INTERSECTION
Remember, intersections are not just major cross-streets with traffic control devices (lights or signs). Every side-street, parking lot entrance (or exit), back alley, or driveway is an intersection, and a possible unexpected encounter.
4. LEARN TO USE HAND SIGNALS
Those tiny turn signals with smoked lenses may look ‘trick’ at the bike show, but are almost impossible for the average distracted driver to notice. There’s no need to be an encyclopedia of Braille; simple Left Turn, Rignt Turn, and Stop hand signals will increase your visibility to anyone who is following you.
5. EVERYONE AND EVERYTHING ON THE ROAD IS A POTENTIAL ACCIDENT
Sounds a little paranoid, but I often ride my bike as though I were playing a video game. The blacktop battlefield differs only slightly from arcade versions: you don’t get an extra life by inserting another quarter.
6. OBSERVE POSTED SPEED LIMITS
Some may argue that it is safer to operate your bike slightly faster or slower than the flow of traffic. Just don’t get carried away, will ya?
7. MONITOR YOUR ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION
I’m nagging now, right? But statistics point to alcohol as a contributing factor in a large proportion of motorcycle accidents. By the way, while you’re at it, you could also keep an eye on how much your buddy is drinking!
8. CARRYING A PASSENGER WILL CHANGE THE WAY YOUR BIKE HANDLES
Be aware that any weight added to your bike will alter its center of gravity. Also make sure any luggage is securely attached to the bike. This adds to your own safety, as well as the safety of the biker following you.
9. BE PREPARED FOR UNEXPECTED WEATHER
Especially in the winter, or in the mountains, the temperature can change quickly. Dress in layers; be sure to carry extra cold-weather and rain gear. Also, remember the sunscreen and water. Believe it or not, you’ll get dehydrated from riding in cold weather as easily as in the summer heat.
10. ENROLL IN AN APPROVED MOTORCYCLE SAFETY COURSE
Knowledge is the best weapon against the dangers encountered on the road. The more familiar you become with your bike, the better you can predict how it will handle in emergency situations.

The above safety tips are my personal Ten Commandments of Motorcycle Safety. Obviously this is not an all-inclusive list. I can already think of several other tips that could easily make this list more complete. For example, I find it hard to remember to check my mirrors when stopped at a light. This simple procedure could avert a serious rear-end collision. Usually, I am too busy gawking at the scenery to remember to watch my own backside. If you can think of any other safety tips that should be included here, please feel free to email me with your suggestions. Likewise, if you disagree with any of the tips I have offered, sound off! Continued discussion can only lead to more awareness, resulting in a safer riding experience.

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I suppose there are various uses for the ole’turkey baster lol !

But the following idea is one that all of us can use it for.

What happens when you run out of gas along the road and your buddy has gas in his tank but no way to get it out? Just get the ole’ turkey baster outta yur bag and transfer a little to your tank to get ya down the road to the next pump!

Reggae Rider

Just don’t forget to return it to the kitchen before the holidays!

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