It’s that time of year again. The weather is getting warmer and you just can’t wait to get out on your bike. But, it’s been in storage all winter. So what do you need to do to get it road ready again?
Here are a few quick tips for getting your motorcycle out of winter storage and ready to ride:
- Before you start, you’ll need to remove the cover and any locks you used to secure the bike.
- If the bike is up on stands, lower it down to a position where you can work on it easily and safely.
- After that, use the following checklist to be sure your motorcycle is in good working order and ready to go before you take it out on the road.
Click here to download the checklist.
If you follow this list, in one afternoon you should be able to get your bike in great working order and avoid any immediate problems. However, you never know when something could go wrong; in addition, you should make sure you have adequate insurance coverage with Towing and Roadside Assistance.
There is peace of mind in knowing that if something goes wrong, you have a customized insurance policy to cover it. Should your bike break down and can’t be ridden, there is nothing that can compare to Towing and Roadside Assistance to bring you gas, a battery or tow your bike to the nearest repair shop. Some companies will even offer trip interruption coverage. In the event that your bike can’t be ridden due to a covered collision, this coverage will help pay for meals and accommodations if you’re far from home.
Make sure you are prepared, and call your insurance agent at 360-414-8754