Written by Attorney Edgar Snyder of
Edgar Snyder & Associates
Even though the weather is cooler,
there are many things you can do as a biker to continue your way of life all
year long. We've compiled our top 10 biker projects for the off-season.
- Take a Motorcycle Safety Course – Search your area or local DMV for a
motorcycle safety course schedule. It's important to have a refresher on
motorcycle safety, and you can hone your bike handling skills. Even if
there isn't one until the spring, many places will allow you to register
months ahead of time. Upgrade yourself first!
- Look for New Riding Gear – If yours is getting a bit old, or no
longer doing what it's supposed to do, it may be time to upgrade. Many
times motorcycle attire is on sale during the off-season.
- Tune up Your Bike – Check and test all parts of your
motorcycle to be sure it's running as safely and efficiently as possible.
- Change the Seat – It's a great way to make your ride
more comfortable, especially if you go on a lot of group rides or
cross-country tours.
- Review Your Insurance Policy – Now is the time to review your insurance policy and decide whether you should upgrade your
coverage. Remember, accidents can happen any place, anytime, and anywhere.
It's best to be prepared and protect your financial security – before it's
too late.
- Customize Your Motorcycle Helmet – Having a one-of-a-kind helmet is one
of the best ways to distinguish yourself as a biker. There are many things
you can do, while still making sure it falls within the Department of
Transportation standards.
- Winterize Your Motorcycle – There are dozens of articles out there
that tell you step-by-step how to prepare your bike for the winter, how to
protect it from snow and ice, and how to store it – if you choose to do
so.
- Join a Local Motorcycle Group – Being a biker is a way of life, and
there's no better way to share it than to spend time in the motorcycle
culture. Look up local groups and see what they have to offer – group
rides, rallies, resources, training courses, apparel discounts, tutorials
on customizing your bike, and more.
- Look into Purchasing a New Bike – If you're thinking you want to get a
new motorcycle, the off-season is a great time to do your research and
find the one that's right for you. It also gives you plenty of time to
review the safety features of each model and see what options are
available for customizing it.
- Install a Camera – It's a way to relive your biking
experiences, but it also can capture live footage if you're ever in an
accident, and can provide valuable evidence.
Attorney Edgar Snyder has over 45 years of
experience helping injury victims. He founded Edgar Snyder & Associates, a
Pennsylvania law firm that has represented hundreds of motorcyclists. Learn
more at EdgarSnyder.com.
