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August 14-20 is National Motorcycle Week—a celebration of
the motorcycle and all the lifestyle entails. Whether you’re a full-time rider
or a weekend warrior, your motorcycle is probably a big part of your life. What
could be better than a whole week devoted to your favorite pastime? But if you
can’t spare a whole seven days, there are still a few ways you can make the
most of this national occasion. Below are a few ideas.
Attend a Bike Night
or rally. Sometimes local groups hold Bike Nights as fundraisers or annual
community events. These events allow bikers to meet and talk about their rides,
and usually include bike runs, food vendors, music, and other activities.
Buy some new gear. If
you’re going out to a Bike Night or other event, you need the proper riding
gear. A helmet is a must—according to the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety, helmets are 37 percent effective in preventing motorcycle deaths and 67
percent effective in preventing brain injuries. Boots, goggles, and gloves are other
essentials. Cover your arms and legs completely by wearing heavy leather or
denim.
Take a ride. Or,
just spend some time on the open road, either solo or with your fellow biker
friends. Riding solo gives you the time and space to just relax and watch the
world go by; riding with others builds camaraderie and gives others the chance
to “have your back” and keep each other safe as you travel.
Buy insurance! There’s
more than one way to stay safe as you head out. Besides wearing the right gear
and following the rules of the road, motorcycle insurance gives you even more protection.
Here at ETA Benefits Group, we work with several motorcycle
insurance carriers and can shop around to find you the best coverage that meets
your needs and your budget. Contact us to learn more!
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