While out riding, motorcycle safety plays a big part in the enjoyment of your ride.

We'll teach you about some of the basics of motorcycle safety as well as some advanced tips and techniques. From the simple things such as equipment to riding techniques for one up, two up and group riding. So let's start off with the basics.

Basic equipment you'll need are boots, long pants, jacket, gloves and yes, a helmet. We're not going to get into a discussion here about should we or shouldn't we, our goal here is to inform and then let you make the choice.

Motorcycle maintenance and upkeep is another critical part of motorcycle safety. Making sure your bike is in good condition and that you have the necessary tools to maintain your bike while traveling so that you stay safe the entire trip.

Planning your ride and providing a detailed itinerary is one of the best and easiest things you can do. This helps you not only to identify things that you will need, but also point out things that can go wrong so that you can prepare for them ahead of time.

Riding on the highways can pose a danger that can be reduced by a few simple adjustments to your riding habits. Simple tips can get you to where you want to go and enjoy getting there.

Riding one up (solo rider) is pretty natural for most and doesn't require much thought. But that's where we might get ourselves in trouble. You have to remember though that for the most part, you will be out on the road by yourself and relying on your skills and knowledge. Still sounds simple, but let's talk about a few scenarios.

Two up riding (you and a passenger) brings some extra challenges and understanding of your motorcycle by not only you, but your passenger as well. Your bike will respond differently requiring you and your passenger to know what you do will influence the handling of the bike.

Group riding is one of the safest ways to ride if done correctly. Spacing between bikes and communication are the key. It offers a much more visible "object" to other drivers and with the right teamwork, the group can move safely through traffic.

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