| Motorcycles are seen on the street more and | | | | heavy padding on the elbow, spine and shoulder |
| more these days thanks to gas prices and their | | | | areas. Additionally, if the jacket has some sort of |
| better fuel efficiency. But safety should be the | | | | reflective property, it is a great choice. You may |
| first thing considered when thinking of purchasing | | | | have to try several on to find one that feels right. |
| a motorcycle, not fuel costs. | | | | Pants and riding suits can help protect your other |
| The chances of being in a crash on a motorcycle | | | | limbs. Many riders wear jeans, but it is worth the |
| verses an automobile are significantly higher. You | | | | investment to buy pants made specifically for |
| can reduce your chances of an accident or | | | | motorcycle riders. Gloves also should be worn and |
| serious to fatal injury by taking safety | | | | should be done so regardless of the weather. |
| precautions every time you ride. | | | | Make sure you choose gloves that are not only |
| The biggest problem when riding a motorcycle is | | | | comfortable to wear, but that they have a good |
| that it is difficult for other traffic to see you. One | | | | grip as well. |
| of the most common factors found in a | | | | Protective boots that have a short heal will allow |
| motorcycle accident is the fact that the other | | | | you to still put your feet on the motorcycle peg |
| person simply did not see the motorcyclist. | | | | while still offering good foot support. If you |
| Wearing equipment for increased visibility is a | | | | choose boots that are taller, it can offer good |
| must. | | | | ankle protection as well. Leather is always a great |
| Your head arms and legs are the most often | | | | choice for boots, but also look for a good rubber |
| injured in a crash. Besides wearing a helmet, which | | | | sole that will help provide traction. |
| is an obvious choice for safety on motorcycles, | | | | Dress for safety and your chances of being |
| wearing a good motorcycle jacket is | | | | involved in an accident where you are not seen |
| recommended. The jacket should be made out of | | | | are lessened. |
| a strong fabric such as leather and should include | | | | |