It’s riding season! Are you ready to get out there and soak up the great Colorado scenery while riding your trusted steel steed? Well, you might want to pump your brakes a little. There are a few things you need to do before you start carving up roads this spring.

6 Things You Need to be Ready for the Beginning of Motorcycle Season

1. The Motorcycle– Is your bike ready for the riding you want to do? Make sure you check all the fluids, your brakes, the lights on your bike and your levers and switches. You don’t want to get on the road and find out something critical isn’t functioning properly.
2. The Rust– No, we’re not talking about rust on the bike (though you should check for that too). We’re talking about your potentially rusty skills. Riding, like most physical activities, takes stamina and practice. Head to a parking lot to test your moves, or find a rider course to dust off your skills.
3. The Gear– Check your gear, make sure it will still keep you safe. If it’s worn out or cracked, you should get new gear. You should also consider buying hi-vis gear, so drivers can see you better.
4. The Cars– People aren’t going to be used to motorcycles being on the road because they’ve had all of winter to forget about them. Be mindful, don’t assume everyone sees you, and give everyone a wide berth.
5. The Slippery Stuff– To de-ice roads, transportation officials often use sand and salt. This stuff can remain for a while after winter turns to spring, and it can be slippery. Keep a sharp eye out to make sure a patch of this stuff doesn’t catch you off guard.
6. The Cell Phone– Motorcycle fatalities in Colorado were at record levels last year, and many officials blame that on distracted drivers. So, keep an eye out for people driving while talking on cell phones, and stay as far away from them as you can.

If you have some tips about handling the beginning of the riding season, let us know in the comments below. Remember to ride safe everybody!

From the motorcycling attorneys at the Metier Law Firm—representing Fort Collins and all of Colorado, Wyoming, and Nebraska.