Springtime Harley-Davidson Riding Tips for All Riders

Springtime Harley-Davidson Riding Tips for All Riders

Heading out on the open road on your Harley-Davidson motorcycle is a fun way to spend the day. For most people, the motorcycle has been put away for the winter months. There are several things that you need to take care of before you leave on that first adventure.

There are two primary areas that motorcyclists need to consider when they’re getting ready for the first ride of the spring riding season. These are getting the motorcycle ready and making sure that you’re prepared.

Getting your Harley-Davidson ready for spring riding.

Since your motorcycle has been put up all winter, you need to make sure it’s in the correct condition to ride. This is a good time to verify that the turn signals, headlights, brake lights and brakes all work properly.

Take a look at all the cables and the instrument cluster. This is also a great time to check the fluid levels and quality to ensure the bike is ready for the riding season.

Another crucial step to take is to check the tire pressure. They should be at 40 psi so they can grip the road as well as possible. Tires that are cold, which is common during the spring months, are stiffer than warm tired. When they’re on a cold road surface, they won’t have the traction you need to remain safe and to continue to have optimal control of the motorcycle.

Ensuring You’re Prepared for Motorcycle Riding

Getting yourself ready to ride means ensuring you have the proper gear for a spring ride. Riding pants, suitable riding boots, and a shirt that can protect you from the sun and road rash are important. Choosing bright, reflective clothing can help to increase your visibility to make it easier for other motorists to see you while you’re out.

You must also ensure that you have a motorcycle helmet that can protect your head and spinal cord. Any helmet that’s been involved in a crash or that has obvious signs of damage should be replaced.

Always remember that you need to be fully sober and well-rested before you head out. You must be able to make suitable decisions as you ride, so you must be in the proper mental condition to make those decisions. Motorcycle riders have to be able to react to hazards that wouldn’t affect other drivers.

It may behoove you to brush up on your riding safety guidelines. For example, remember that intersections are inherently dangerous for bikers because of the increased risk of collisions due to visual obstacles, so you must ensure that you’re being extra safe there.

Taking care of your Harley can extend the usability of the motorcycle. It’s a good idea to have it professionally maintained. Your local Redline Harley-Davidson shop in Saskatoon is the ideal place to have this done.