If you are like many motorcyclists, you want to get in as many rides as possible as the summer days dwindle down. While the temperatures are still high in most areas of the country, school bells will soon be ringing for students and the buses will be out in force ferrying students to and from school each day.
Bikers, give a wide berth to lawn clippings in the street
As Spring settles over Kentucky, it's time to once again return to the tasks of lawn maintenance. On any given weekend, you can hear the drone of lawn mowers floating out over each suburban neighborhood.
Get your motorcycle ready for spring before riding
Now that spring is finally here in Louisville, many motorcycle enthusiasts in the area will be out on the roads in force for the first rides of the season. That means that drivers have to be especially vigilant to avoid getting into a collision with motorcyclists.
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Kentucky motorcycle enthusiasts are gearing up for one of the best motorcycle seasons — fall. An autumn ride through the rolling hills can be exhilarating this time of year, and quite beautiful when the leaves begin to change color.
Learn how to stay safe riding motorcycles in bad weather
Kentucky motorcycle riders who get caught unaware in inclement weather can face increased risks of accidents. While it's always best to ride prepared for bad weather, it's still possible to get caught in a cloudburst with little or no notice.
Louisville motorcyclist loses life in wreck
Motorcycles are a lot of fun to ride, especially during the hot Louisville summers. However, they can also be very dangerous and are responsible for many riders' injuries and deaths.
Making yourself visible on a motorcycle in Kentucky
Riding a motorcycle is second nature to some people. For others, they need a refresher each spring season before heading out on a ride for the first time after a long winter. It doesn't matter how experienced you are, you should always make yourself visible when riding your motorcycle. Being visible to every motorist is important. It can save your life and prevent a nasty accident.
Ready to ride? Inspect your motorcycle first
Motorcycle enthusiasts are chomping at the bit to get out onto Kentucky's highways and byways for some wind therapy. But before heading out, be proactive about your safety and inspect your bike after a winter's rest.
Are you a new motorcycle rider? Learn how to ride safely
Late summer and early autumn in Kentucky are prime times for riding motorcycles. But if you are a new rider of the two-wheeled cycles, your inexperience can be deadly. As reported by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), motorcycle riders have 30 times as much risk of perishing in an accident than their counterparts in automobiles.
Kentucky Motorcyclists: Always at risk, always trying to be safe
Most people view motorcyclists with a "bad boy" image, but in reality, people from all walks of life fall in love with motorcycles. In the average Louisville motorcycle club, you'll find blue collar workers, white collar professionals, hair stylists, performers -- everything. However, what you will not find in the average motorcycle group is a bad driver.
