Many people rather buy a motorcycle instead of a car or truck. In this blog I will explain the reasons why not to get a motorcycle. In the previous blog, I gave the reasons why to get a motorcycle. Many people consider these bikes deadly and shouldn't be driven. Let me explain my 7 Reasons Not To Get a Motorcycle…
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With motorcycles, it's not like a car and gives a warning before they bust or blow. When the bike tire blows, it will cause you to be thrown from the bike into whatever is in your way. You could experience broken bones or even death.
Motorcycle tires are critical components for safe riding, demanding regular inspection and maintenance. Unlike cars, where you might get a flat tire and maintain some control, motorcycle tire failure often leads to an immediate and uncontrolled situation. Because of the bike's reliance on just two wheels, a tire blowout can drastically affect balance and maneuverability, making it harder to avoid danger. Indeed, this potential for sudden and severe accidents adds a stark risk to motorcycle riding, underscoring the need for vigilance and care with tire upkeep.
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If you crash in a Truck or Car, you have safety features that can help you live from most crashes. Motorcycles don't have safety features that help you stay on the vehicle or take the impact of the crash. Almost every motorcycle crash the driver dies or ends up paralyzed.
While it's true that motorcycles provide an exhilarating sense of freedom and adrenaline, the stark reality is that they offer much less protection compared to their four-wheeled counterparts. Seat belts, airbags, and crumple zones serve as life-saving innovations in cars and trucks, which are conspicuously absent on a motorcycle. The rider is exposed to the direct impact during accidents, which can result in serious injury or worse. The absence of a protective barrier leaves motorcyclists vulnerable to the elements and other vehicles, emphasizing the importance of protective gear and safe riding practices.
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No seat belt means you're not attached to the seat. You can fly off with a simple turn or fender bender. You also can be killed from falling off the back or flying forward off the bike.
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Most motorcycles have little plastic windshields, but that doesn't help you from flying nails or objects from the road. If a car reaches over 50 or more and hits a rock. This rock will be flown in the air and could cause you to be hit.
While some riders may enjoy the feeling of freedom that comes from the open air, the lack of a substantial windshield can pose real dangers. Even small debris, such as pebbles and sand, can cause discomfort or injury when they hit you at speed. Without a windshield, you’re also more vulnerable to harsh weather conditions. A sudden rainstorm or high winds can quickly turn a leisurely ride into a challenging ordeal. And, don't forget about those pesky flies and bugs that can become quite the nuisance - or worse, obscure your vision at a critical moment. Riding without adequate protection isn't just uncomfortable; it's a risk.
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Motorcycles lack one thing and that's shelter from the weather. Bikes are often driven in the summer and avoided when there is a chance of rain. Rain also causes the bike to have less traction. You also can have problems seeing in the rain if there is a down poor.
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If your bike has to pull over in the grass or ditch, you could lose control. You also could be thrown from the vehicle. There are times, when you have to pull over off the road from avoiding being hit and this could cause you to lose control and hurt yourself.
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With motorcycles, you don't have the safety of a seatbelt, windshield and something saving you from impact. This is the number one reasons most people won't drive a motorcycle. They might have the safety of a bike helmet, but this only saves your head from impact and not the body.
Motorcycles can be good to have, but they have more down sides then up. You can get a motorcycle almost anywhere and they do save money with gas, but is that worth no safety features? I'm not against motorcycles, but I do say one thing, you need to drive smart and avoid going fast. Do you own a motorcycle or know anyone that has been in a wreck and lived?
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