Motorcycle Manners and Dress Code

I'll start this with a public service announcement of sorts.If you are going to start riding a motorcycle or scooter because of the gas mileage, TAKE THE MOTORCYCLE SAFETY FOUNDATION (MSF) BEGINNER RIDERS COURSE. They are given at the community colleges so just call and sign up the cost is about $150 and worth every penny. This applies to those of you who are buying a 49cc scooter because you don't need a license you have the same risks as those on full dressed Harley's. Those who last rode when "Easy Rider" was first released, your skills are rusty there are more cages on the road take the course.Now for the vent.Dress like a biker. Plaid Bermuda shorts and white tee shirts don't cut it. We don't wear our leather and chains to your golf courses or tennis courts so show some respect. Also one 3rd degree burn on your leg from the pipes will show you the error of your ways.This doesn't apply to crotch rocket riders. You guys have your own style and your not right in the head anyway.Manners on the road. Wave to other bikers, extend your left hand slightly out and down, the passenger can also wave. When you see a broken down bike (you can usually tell by the body language) if they're alone pull over and ask if they need help even if it's only to use your cell phone. Remember you are part of a brother and sisterhood this is what separates us from the cagers.So take the course learn how to dress with pride as a biker and show some manners out there and you'll have years of happy memories.Ride Safe and Free
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