Bikesure

BIKESURE DUO FOGGY AND KATE GIVE THEIR SAFETY TIPS

If you’re thinking of getting back on your motorcycle after a break or if you are new to biking, safety is always a concern. But insurance broker Bikesure is here to help and offer some timely advice.

The company’s brand ambassadors Carl Fogarty, a four-time world superbike champion, and motorbike vlogger Kate Ralph - more commonly known as UsernameKate - have offered their expertise to help protect you when you’re on two wheels.

Foggy’s motorcycle safety advice

• Always make sure your bike is safe and roadworthy, check the tread on your tyres, especially in damp conditions • You know what you’re doing but expect the unexpected from everyone around you • Be seen – leave your lights on and wear hi vis clothing • Wear the best protective equipment that you can afford – it might just save your life • Stick within the speed limits – they are there for a reason

Motorbike vlogger UsernameKate’s tips on staying safe

• Ride defensively, and don’t get complacent. Drivers can be unpredictable but if you’re switched on and alert you stand half a chance • Consider extra bike training courses. There’s always something to learn and the more knowledge you have, the safer you will be • Choose your company wisely. If you like to ride in groups, try to ride with sensible people. If you have crazy friends who want to cross double white lines and ride at stupid speeds, don’t ride to please them, ride for yourself.

If it’s too much, find a more sensible group to ride with The pair will be providing more opinion, insight and no doubt laughs when they team up again at Motorcycle Live 2021, in association with Bikesure. Foggy and Kate will be present across the opening weekend (December 4-5) and can’t wait to meet you.

More ways to look after yourself on two wheels

Many of Bikesure’s staff are riders themselves and they also have some guidance on how to protect yourself while riding. • So many of the accidents we see occur at junctions, so approach these with care • Plan your moves ahead. If you’re riding well, you shouldn’t need to be performing hard braking, keep it smooth • Tired, stiff or stressed? Take a break, have a stretch and a coffee and reflect on the ride before resuming your journey • Clean your visor regularly, this stops streaking from headlights especially at night. You need to be able to see after all • Always wear your protective gear, even for those really short trips or city riding. Road rash isn’t worth it, even if it’s hot • Watch the weather. Always check the weather forecast before going out for a ride. It might save you from being out in weather you really shouldn’t try to ride in

Looking for motorbike insurance? Get a free quote.

Bikesure administers the British Motorcyclists Federation insurance scheme and are more than happy to help BMF find you affordable, tailored motorcycle cover. Call 0800 587 2955 for a free, no obligation, quote.

Get a quote today, call 0800 587 2955