Vacations create their own sort of stress, and bike trips are no exception. Some simple guidelines to a smooth trip can help keep your group together and happy. Here are the don'ts.
Spending a lot of time on your hairdo will likely result in disappointment. We all take comfort in dry, snag-free tresses, but that gaga style isn't going to hold up to the wind, so swap the goo for conditioners. While we're at it, stay off the side mirrors, and stick with the wild child style.
Just because you can fit into smaller spaces with your bike, doesn't mean that you must do so every chance you get. Squeezing next to an auto in a lane might look like an extreme sport moment, but it's just extremely bad form. This behavior makes driving more hazardous for everyone and, frankly, gives bikers a bad name. Also, obey the signs. They are posted for a reason, so don't find out why the rough way.
Long jaunts can become a pain for all, so there is no reason to add to it by creating a nervy situation. Here, the 'silence and smile' philosophy really pays off.
Wiggle, wiggle, or wiggle.
Passengers, those moves might look sassy on the dance floor, but they will undoubtedly shake your foundations--and give the driver a workout--on the road. So, please don't jump around on the seat (even if it's the size of a drink coaster) for every roadside attraction or yard sale. Relax and enjoy the ride.
The GPS doesn't show obstacles, or recalculate for them. Motorcycles require a great deal of attention to operate and are dwarfed by most vehicles they share the road with. Stay alert while traveling, saving the directions and scenery for the stops.
Bonus Material: Since Michigan repealed the helmet law in April of 2012, this article's bonus material offers some lighthearted defenses for the remaining lid set.
8 Answers to the question, "Why do you still wear a helmet?"
It tames frizz.
Bug juice is bad for the scalp.
It makes my neck look thinner.
My decals are my identity.
It makes a great disguise.
Because I'm not about to wear yours.
It matches my tattoo.
A dirty mind is a terrible thing to waste.
Have a nice trip, and may the road gremlins fear your pipes.
Be a diva.
Spending a lot of time on your hairdo will likely result in disappointment. We all take comfort in dry, snag-free tresses, but that gaga style isn't going to hold up to the wind, so swap the goo for conditioners. While we're at it, stay off the side mirrors, and stick with the wild child style.
Disrespect the rules of the road.
Just because you can fit into smaller spaces with your bike, doesn't mean that you must do so every chance you get. Squeezing next to an auto in a lane might look like an extreme sport moment, but it's just extremely bad form. This behavior makes driving more hazardous for everyone and, frankly, gives bikers a bad name. Also, obey the signs. They are posted for a reason, so don't find out why the rough way.
Get an attitude.
Long jaunts can become a pain for all, so there is no reason to add to it by creating a nervy situation. Here, the 'silence and smile' philosophy really pays off.
Wiggle, wiggle, or wiggle.
Passengers, those moves might look sassy on the dance floor, but they will undoubtedly shake your foundations--and give the driver a workout--on the road. So, please don't jump around on the seat (even if it's the size of a drink coaster) for every roadside attraction or yard sale. Relax and enjoy the ride.
Read the map or navigation system while operating motorcycle.
The GPS doesn't show obstacles, or recalculate for them. Motorcycles require a great deal of attention to operate and are dwarfed by most vehicles they share the road with. Stay alert while traveling, saving the directions and scenery for the stops.
Bonus Material: Since Michigan repealed the helmet law in April of 2012, this article's bonus material offers some lighthearted defenses for the remaining lid set.
8 Answers to the question, "Why do you still wear a helmet?"
It tames frizz.
Bug juice is bad for the scalp.
It makes my neck look thinner.
My decals are my identity.
It makes a great disguise.
Because I'm not about to wear yours.
It matches my tattoo.
A dirty mind is a terrible thing to waste.
Have a nice trip, and may the road gremlins fear your pipes.
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