How to Prevent Motorcycle Theft?

Motorcycles have a plethora of advantages compared to cars, especially when it comes to space and parking, but cars are the better bet when it comes to safety and anti-theft. Unfortunately, it is simple for someone to steal a motorcycle from a person's home or just off the street. However, there are few things a motorcycle owner can do to make it more difficult for a person to steal their bike.

Park in a Safe Area

An empty parking lot down an alleyway may seem like a sweet fine, especially in a crowded city, but think again. If you park your motorcycle in a shady, suspicious area, the chances of it being stolen grow exponentially. Parking a motorcycle in a place where no one can see it makes it easier for thieves to boost it, especially if no one from the street can see them. Choose your next parking spot wisely and, no matter how much of a rush you are in, don't park it in an area that you don't trust.

Also, if you are in a big city, look for other motorcycles to park next to. One lone motorcycle out on the street might be a target, but not 3 or 4 motorcycles in one or two parking spaces. Someone will be watching, and it will be much less likely that a single bike is stolen, let alone three or four.

 Use A GPS Device

If you want to embrace the power of technology to prevent your motorcycle from Bingo depart by thieves, then attach a GPS device somewhere on your bike. It will not prevent it from being stolen, but once you discover that your bike is gone, you can quickly run over to the police and show them your GPS tracking signal. They'll be able to find the person who took your motorcycle at a much faster speed than if you did not have a GPS device. If you are not good with tech, but you still want to use this option, then watch a couple of YouTube tutorials on GPS devices on motorcycles and be sure to purchase long-lasting batteries. Be sure not to place it anywhere where it can get damaged from the rain. And if it is raining, you should also wear a motorcycle rain suit or waterproof motorcycle pants. See How Does Waterproof Rain Gear Work?

 Safety First

All in all, be sure to use good judgment whenever you park your motorcycle somewhere. And take any precautions that you can, even if that means king the money to do so. Yes, free parking behind a building looks like the easy way, especially when most parking in big cities is $10 to $20. But you'll be kicking yourself when you round the corner and see your motorcycle is gone. So don't try to save money or time by parking in a sketchy area. One quick and easy way to find safe parking is to park across the street at the gas station or grocery store and cross the street to your destination. Your bike will be surrounded by people who have no interest in motorcycles and just want to do their daily chores. This technique is one great way to park for free but just be ready for the foot traffic.

But before you even get on your motorcycle, you need to wear the right type of clothing that keeps your body safe from the elements and in the event of a crash. Don't be caught wearing little flip flops and small shorts while speeding 70 down the freeway. You need to wear a thick motorcycle riding jacket and a well-made leather biker vest. But where can you find all of these clothes and for an amazing price? Go to www.Wickedstock.com to find everything you need and more!

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Riding - Pride and Safety

 

Quick, what was the last training session you attended for riding your motorcycle? Ah, you are probably figuring the same thing I did after eight years. You probably have not attended a single safety and training session since you got your license. Am I right? If so then keep reading and if not keep reading anyway because we all need that friend reminding us to brush up on our weak points.

Every one of us has had moments where we throw on that leather motorcycle jacket with the matching leather motorcycle pants, get out and watch as the miles fall before us. We are free, we are kings and we know it. The funny thing about ego and pride is that we start feeling good about ourselves and we will close our eyes to anything that lets the air out of that balloon. Yeah, I know every one of us feels like a kid in grade school when we go to a class and listen to the safety professional. Not really fun when you have been riding for ten-twenty or thirty years and you get told you aren't as good as you think.

No, I am not selling you my safety courses and no I am not one of those safety professionals. I am a rider and an enthusiast that had a wake-up call. Me and a few friends were hanging out at a barbeque and one of those acquaintances I had met but didn’t know started talking about going to safety courses twice a year. Well me and the man who taught me to ride chuckled at the idea. Together we had forty years of experience so we blew out our chests and made light of the idea.

Well, one thing led to another, and let's just say before the end of the next bear I had agreed to show up to the class and show them a thing or two (my ego has gotten in the way more than once in my life, I’m working on it.). When me and senior showed up that day let's just say we had had our balloons of pride popped and shamed our American eagle jackets.

I have learned a lot since those days and something I am going to stress to each of you. We do not know nearly as much as we think we do. That is not an insult or me putting you down. When we ride and it is just us island the road we feel good, and we should it is fun and amazing and freeing. But we need to remember that we never stop learning and the most childish thing someone can do is claim that there is nothing left for them to learn. Additionally, I can say that since that day at the safety course I have attended one or two a year every year and it has only made riding more fun for me.

No, I am not trying to convince you that riding in a parking lot at 25 miles per hour is a blast or that we are joking and hanging out. I go and we are all business and it can be dull. But I have certainly picked up skills that I may never have learned otherwise and taken them out on the road and that has made riding more fun without a doubt and is worth one afternoon a year. For the riders living in a developing country, riding has a few tough guidelines. For more information, please read the Motorcycle safety tips for riding in a developing country.

When it comes down to it we need our skills to develop and the only way to do that is to challenge ourselves and admit that we aren’t done learning. So take the time, spend a few bucks go to the safety courses. Who knows maybe they will teach you something and in my experience get turned onto some new gear that is available (I have my eye on a pair of waterproof motorcycle pants at wickedstock.com).

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Customizing Your Motorcycle for Anything

 

There are plenty of reasons why those of us who ride motorcycles are defined by it. Your motorcycle is an extension of yourself and you can represent who you are to the world. A common problem can be that the extension of self can be limited by the cash we can devote to it. There aren’t that many of us who can buy one bike for the street or the track and then another for off-roading, and even if you can, do you want to look at your garage and be able to say I have a motorcycle for every season and every hobby? If you are anything like me, likely not. I wanted to use the same motorcycle on the street as I do in the woods and handle itself on the highway on my way home. In winter, I was not going to be pushed off my bike. I am going to gear up with my leather motorcycle jacket and be able to get through the snow with the same confidence I had in the summer.

For me, that motorcycle had to be a part of me that never wavered. I don’t need to be seasonal leaving me in a sedan come winter. I want a motorcycle that will go where I want it to. You take the ninja 500, it’s good for the budget and with a bit of upgrading and customization, it can be as unique as you and your interests. That’s not to say that it doesn’t take work to get that level of customization, but for me, it has been well worth the effort.

For a budget motorcycle, I have found the ninja 500 is a solid choice as it is already reliable on the road and can get some decent speed. But you may need to make some customizations if you are like me and bigger than a teenager, you are going to want to drop the handlebars (seven inches worked for me), get rid of the front fairing assembly. This will be a good amount of work but is well worth it and can make it a motorcycle-built for an adult. Take your time and be sure to dry fit each piece as you go. The last thing you want to do is repair the electronics. With this done the comfort level for long rides goes way up.

If you don’t want to get that deep in that but need some versatility, one of the best decisions you can make is the Continental TKC80s. You might think overkill for a street bike but this will leave you driving through the snow with heavy ease. Of course, the real advantage comes in the spring when you take these babies into the woods and the mud. It isn’t a motocross, but it will see you through the rough patches beautifully. Just don’t make my mistake and leave your waterproof motorcycle pants or jacket behind. Get to Wicked Stock and get your gear straight because no matter how much time you put into building your motorcycle or how much money you sink into buying a brand new one, a sharp turn in the weather can leave you miserable if you aren’t geared up appropriately.

Personally, my next task is going to be to make this motorcycle more useful for day to day tasks because we all need groceries. This motorcycle has some pretty solid mounting points so I will be extending the platform off the back. Going to need a good welder to get this right for all the situations I am looking for.

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Three Ways to Stop Being a Stupid

It doesn't matter how many years you have been riding your motorcycle or what level of expert you are, even if you're as experienced as a motorcycle teacher. There are still many experienced riders who make dumb mistakes. Sometimes, good riders don't notice something critical is wrong, maybe they have a brain lapse and forget to do something critical, or maybe (unfortunately) they ride their motorcycle when they are drunk. But it is essential to know that no one is immune to mistakes, no matter how long they have been riding. Here are a few ways riders can fail themselves and do something stupid.

1.    Believe In Your Intuition

Every person has a voice inside of them that tells them when something is wrong or if they are in danger. This is especially true when you have gained enough riding experience. If you are not taking your intuition seriously, and you get into an accident, you should be wearing motorcycle protective gear. This type of clothing has armor built into it, so you are protected in case of a crash or collision.

One crucial aspect your inner voice may be neglecting is having the right type of clothing that can travel in your bag with you anywhere you go. Depending on how far your ride and where you go, you could travel through different time zones and various types of weather, so you'll need versatile clothes. The best type of versatile clothing is a vest - a leather motorcycle vest. During the heat of summertime and early fall, you'll be able to wear this vest as you ride. It'll keep you cool and give your arms more freedom. If you travel through cold weather, you can add a jacket on top of the vest for added warmth.

2.    Value Your Safety

It's no surprise that motorcycle riders are people who enjoy new situations and heart-pounding thrills. If you're not someone who likes to handle dangerous situations, then you most likely do not ride a motorcycle. But you should never sacrifice your safety for the thrill of the ride. Because if you do, there may not be any thrills in your future.

But if you decide that the thrill of a motorcycle's rumble is what you need in your life, then you should at least be safe while you speed through the highways and backroads of the world. Make sure you're wearing a brown leather motorcycle jacket. This jacket has padding built into it so you can stay warm. It's also very durable and can stand some rough handling. For more information please go through A Beginner’s Guide to Selecting a Motorcycle Jacket.

3.    Gain More Experience

There is no alternative way around it. If you want to be an excellent motorcycle rider who can handle themselves on any road and in any weather, then you need to ride as much as possible. You need to drive your motorcycle during the rains, when it snows, during windy weather, through the thickest parts of a fog, etc. Experience is the greatest teacher, and without it, you won't be able to anticipate problems and avoid them before they happen or solve new situations that arise. The more challenges and trials you face doing your first two years of riding, the more knowledgeable you'll be when problems come up in the future. Although it may be tempting only to ride your motorcycle during good weather, this is not the way to learn and improve.

When you do plan on driving during rainy weather, it is best to have rain-proof gear like waterproof motorcycle pants.

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Six Bad Things People Do When They Own a Motorcycle

There's a reason why you need a license to ride a motorcycle. You must earn your ability to drive on the road. But maybe there should be a second test. It will prevent some of the reasons from happening. There's no test in the making, so we wrote this quick guide to show you the worst things you could do if you own a motorcycle.

1.      They Don't Protect Themselves With The Right Gear

If you were to go sky diving, wouldn't you wear the appropriate gear so you could live? I know you would, so why wouldn't' you wear the appropriate gear when you're on a metal machine flying down the highway at 70mph? Many people don't wear proper clothing until they get into the first crash. Not wearing motorcycle protective jackets can leave you open to serious injury. Just buy the armor you need now and save your mother from having to go coffin shopping.

2.      They Don't Keep Up Maintenance

Why buy an $8,000+ motorcycle if you don't want to keep it in good shape. If the motorcycle has damage from neglect, you could end up being seriously injured. If the brakes are old and worn, you'll have no way to stopping when you're coasting down a hill.

Plus, neglecting repairs until they become worse will hurt your wallet more than getting a routine checkup. If you don't want to care for your motorcycle correctly, then it would be best if you sold if, and give it to someone who cares. If you have a motorcycle that needs maintenance, then you should put on your motorcycle riding gloves and head over the shop immediately.

3.      They Overestimate Their Skills

The first three months of riding will be difficult, as many riders are learning the new rules of the road for motorcycles. But after this time is over, many riders feel bolder and more confident, regardless of their actual driving skills.

If you're someone who has only been riding for less than a year, you need to keep your inhibitions in check and realize your skills aren't developed. Take your time and ride your motorcycle every day and through nighttime, rain, fog, and on the freeway. The more often you practice in different situations, the faster you will improve.

4.      They Don't Have Rain Protection

Riding in the rain is a skill that takes time to master and can't be neglected. If you know the rain is coming and you have to ride during the storm, then you need to have waterproof motorcycle pants.

These pants will protect your legs from being soaked and won't let your body temperature drop, which is what gets you sick. Or, if you want complete protection, you can acquire the motorcycle rain suit. You may look like an astronaut, but all your clothes and your hair will stay perfectly dry.

5.      They Become Distracted Easily

It's hard for most people to concentrate for long periods, even when they're driving. Many riders admit to becoming distracted while they drive on long roads and empty freeways. But zoning out is a habit that can kill you if you drive a motorcycle. It's dangerous to take your eyes off the road. Motorcycle riders aren't as safe as those who drive in cars. They have an entire metal frame around them, plus airbags around their seat. Motorcycles don't come with those kinds of safety features. So, if you have a habit of being easily distracted, you need to break it or stay off the motorcycle.

6.      Drinking and Driving

Driving while drunk or on drugs is the worst thing you could do on a motorcycle. Not only are you a hazard to yourself, but your reckless driving could also seriously injure or kill a pedestrian or a driver. Then you will have to live with the realization that you're a murderer. If you need to get home, just call an uber. The time and cost it takes to retrieve your motorcycle the next day is nothing compared to sentence you to ten years in prison.

The tone of this article may have been harsh, but reckless riders need to be warned before it's too late. If you now realize the responsibility of riding a motorcycle, then check out www.wickedstock.com to buy all the right gear that you need. Your body will thank you for it later.

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