Beat the High Price of Gas, How To Buy a Motorcycle

Beat the High Price of Gas, How To Buy a Motorcycle
In these times when gas prices are going up, most people will be looking for a more cost effective way to get around. For me I decided the most cost effective way was to buy a motorcycle. Having gone through the process, I have learned a few things. My intention is to give the process, that I used to purchase my bike and the equipment needed to ride safely and legally
To start you will need a class M driver’s license. The M stands for Motorcycle. First you need to go to the D.M.V. and pick up a motorcycle handbook. Read it and take the test for your permit. When you have passed your test for the permit, then sign up for the C.H.P. training class. There will be a waiting list, so you may want to do this as soon as you decide to get a motorcycle. When you complete the class, they will give you a certificate. With this certificate you go back to the D.M.V., they will give you your license, without having to take their driving test. The certificate will also get you a discount on insurance with most companies.
Now that you have your license, you will need a motorcycle. Some places I would suggest to start looking are. Do you have a friend that owns a motorcycle? If so, ask them if they know anyone who may have one for sale. If they belong to a motorcycle club, then you could have a good source for finding a well maintained used bike. Another place to look is online there are many websites available that list cars and bikes I like Craig’s list. I have found many good deals on line. The problem with websites and printed listings is you need to have the cash in hand. Also you need to be checking them all the time so when that perfect bike is listed you can be there first. They sell fast. I personally found my bike at a dealer. As luck would have it, someone had purchased a bike and returned it; they found that they needed a bigger bike. Now used my (new) bike had a warranty, and only 200 miles. What it didn’t have was all the crating and new bike fees. Crating fees are what they charge for shipping the bike here from Japan. The original owner paid them. So if you want to go with a new used bike, go to the dealer. If you are not ready to buy ask the dealers to call you if something comes in, they will be happy to.
Now for the equipment needed. You will need a riding jacket. There are many types available, go with the one that fits your style. Next would be a helmet. You should get a D.O.T. approved one. D.O.T. stands for department of transportation, incase you were wondering. Again you can choose the helmet that fits your needs and style. Next it’s good to have gloves its not a law that you need them, but when riding things do fly up from the pavement and they hurt if they hit your hands with out gloves. Also your hands will get cold and numb, this does not help when your having to use them. Finally boots are a good idea, again it’s not the law but they help to protect your ankles and also protect you from the exhaust pipes they get very hot. You can find most of the equipment online if you wish. If you shop around town look around before you buy, it took me awhile to find a place that had a good selection on hand.
I chose this subject because I had never ridden or owned a motorcycle. So when I decided to get one I was doing it blindly. Now that I have done it, I have found that my car only got around twenty-five miles to the gallon, while my bike is getting fifty miles a gallon. This is a big savings. Also I had no idea what riding equipment I would need, so that expense was something I had not considered. At this point I can say I am happy I have bought the bike, and am enjoying the experience. Riding a motorcycle is relaxing and fun, along with the fact that other perks come with it. Some of them are. You can always use the car pool lane. When you’re stuck in traffic, you can go in between or to the side of the waiting cars, to the front and not have to wait. Parking is also easier. A lot of locations have special parking places for your bike. Most often close to the entrance of the business. The bike I have can go one hundred and fifty miles on a tank of gas. The tank holds three gallons. It cost only around six dollars to fill it, pocket change. So if you need to cut you’re cost for commuting. You will still need your car, so I would never say get rid of it. To coin a fraise I heard. Save your car, ride a motorcycle.