Because motorcycles do not protect your body like other vehicles, it is vital that you are armed with the proper dress and equipment each time you ride you motorcycle. Learn what gear you can buy to make your bike trips safer.

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Motorcycle Safety Accessories For Washington State Riders

Unlike cars and trucks, motorcycles lack many of the required safety features found on most vehicles. Motorcycles don't have air bags or seatbelts. Motorcycles don't have roll bars or slide control or side impact protection. On top of that, smaller, two-wheeled vehicles are more prone to crash and riders are more prone to be thrown from their vehicle during impact.

There are, however, a few easy safety precautions and accessories that can help prevent injury during motorcycle accidents - or at least minimize injuries should a motorcycle crash occur.

· Helmets. Wearing a regulation helmet while riding a motorcycle is not only safe - it's the law in Washington State for both drivers and passengers. When worn correctly, helmets can significantly decrease the number of motorcycle fatalities, traumatic brain injuries, related head injuries, and concussions. Look for US Department of Transportation approval labels when buying headgear.

· Proper Dress. Since motorcycle drivers and their passengers often come into contact with the ground during an accident, suffering from soft tissue damage that is a common serious injury call "road rash." Road rash can be avoided or minimized when riders wear protective gear such as leather, enforced denim, or other tough, padded clothing that protect from contact with gravel or pavement.

· Proper Motorcycle size. Motorcycles come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and not all of them are appropriate for anyone. Riding a bike that does not fit you well can be very dangerous. When straddling a motorcycle, both of your feet should comfortably touch the ground, and you should not have to strain to reach the handlebars. You should be able to easily reach all of the bike's controls.

· Eye protection. Although not required in all states, eye protection is also valuable to safe motorcycle riding. Eye gear will protect you from being hit with insects, dirt, rocks, and other debris - things that could cause a much more serious motorcycle accident.

· Proper footwear. Just as your clothing should be thick and protective, your footwear should also promote safety. While leather boots will help your feet and legs survive serious impacts, sandals or sneakers lend little protection.



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