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Understanding Biker Jackets
June 20th, 2011 | 
Author: Biking is no child’s play and bikers are not child. The rough weather and gritty conditions can be handled by only tough sustainers. ‘Survival of the fittest’ gets new meaning everyday in the lives of true bikers. Thanks to some aiding gears that bikers are now not left alone on the mercy of the fate and courage. They have the unfair advantage of warmth, comfort and protection of Leather Biker Jackets. The leather jacket is very important for the torso protection of a biker. For better, one should pair up the jacket with the vest. Depending upon the terrain and the risk you are staking yourself at, the thickness of a leather jacket can be increased.
However, if it is too hot to wear even a cotton shirt, leather jacket can be unbearable. It can be dangerous to wear leather jacket in a hot summer day while biking as it can cause dehydration and heatstroke in bikers. So, keeping this in mind, weather should be a determining factor for choosing your Biker Jackets Leather. A leather jacket for biker should be easy to wear and maneuver in. A microfiber shirt or breathable undershirt could be wonderful to ease the heat.
Biking has a glam quotient attached to it. While bikers take pride in their machismo, they are also stylish. So, considering this, no wonder that most of the leather biker jackets manufacturers are launching jackets and sport gears in the market which top in the style department also. The jackets, now, are buttoned and available in various colors. Jackets designed for summer seasons are made of microfiber and allow easy air flow. There are cooling vests as well which let a biker at ease with ten hours of extended cooling relief. With hook and loop closures, it even work wonder and provide extra comfort and cool to the bikers at peak summer hours.
These biker jackets leather can be found in any color, size and designs. They can be found at any local store or online. However, if one is looking for attractive deals and latest designs, online stores can be the best resort for them. Apart from latest trends in the biking apparels, bikers can also avail attractive discounts on them.
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Motorcycle Accident Statistics Are More Than Just Numbers
Riding motorcycles has been popularized in movies, songs and video games. Motorcycles represent the thrill and freedom of feeling the air on the rider’s body. Due to the movies and video games, motorcyclists have a bad boy image devoid of caution. According to the Hurt study, a University of Southern California analysis, Harry Hurt wrote that in the majority of motorcycle accidents males between the ages of 16 and 24 made up 60% of accident victims. Most of these, he wrote, had little to no formal training in motorcycle riding.
No confining coachwork protects the motorcycle rider which is the root of the problem. A motorcyclist can add lights to his bike and wear reflective clothing but that’s the most he can do to advertise his presence to automobile drivers. Being hit by an automobile due to not seeing the motorcyclist is the number one cause of motorcycle accidents. The Yost Legal Group of Baltimore, Maryland states that in accidents involving a car two thirds of the cases occur because the driver didn’t see the motorcyclist. FindLaw.com, an online legal repository of forms, law and attorney locater, says that motorcycles are smaller and can be unseen by oncoming traffic at intersections, where 70% of collisions occur.
Oddly road conditions accounted for only 25% of motorcycle accidents and weather 2%, according to the Hurt study. FindLaw.com cites the wobble of the front wheel on the bike in addition to excessive speed as causes of motorcycle accidents. Both state that lack of driver education is a major contribution to accidents. Fatalities that occurred exclusive of accidents with a car happened when the biker failed to negotiate a curve by overcompensating, overbraking or excessive speed.
Those are the statistics. What might the answer be? First and foremost, formal training in motorcycle riding comparable to driving school for automobile drivers. This would inform the biker of aerodynamics of the cycle, alignment of the wheels, proper handling in curves and sharp turns, road hazards and inclement weather training. Properly licensing the cyclist would insure that the rider is trained in these matters. Wearing protective gear such as leather gloves and boots, pants instead of shorts and leather jackets all protect the rider from injury while helmets worn at all times can save a life. Reflective strips on jackets and pants or reflective vests worn over the jacket also aid in alerting automobile drivers to the presence of the cyclist.
This is in no manner meant to be legal advice but a straightforward presentation of the statistics of motorcycle accidents. Knowing what caused a thing is the key to repairing it. Knowing what causes accidents will give the cyclist information needed to ride properly and safely.
This article was not written by an attorney, and should not in any way be considered legal advice. Please contact an attorney in your local area for information relating to your specific case.
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Fifteen Good Tactics To Ride A Motorcycle Safely
Statistical studies show that motorcycle riders often crash in the first six months. If you have just begun riding a motorcycle you are statistically more likely to crash compare to those who have been riding for some time. The first 180 days is crucial.Ideally,after taking a beginner’s motorcycle riding course, you need to practice riding as much as you can and take a refresher course at least once a year. To make sure that the skills you have acquire will not atrophy after the six month frame. Here is a list for novice motorcycle riders to make life on two wheels safer.
1.Don’t assume that drivers around you in a busy urban traffic see you. Be very visible. Wear loud color riding gear and choose flourescent colored helmets like red to yellow orange or bright yellow. Forget olive drab,gray,black and camouflage patterns. These colors are not eye catching and at night worst. The bright colored helmet should have a big uninterrupted section and continuous patch of a single bright hue. If you want to be effectively conspicuous on the road,no geometrical or complicated scheme of several colors like a checkered pattern. Reflective neon strips on a helmet or jacket is eye-catching at night. Always turn on your headlights. If you want to stand out, run the high beam during the day and rev up your engine every now and then just to let people around you know that you are there.
2. Focus your attention on the road, not the semi-nude model on the billboard or piles of work waiting at the office. You could be drifting towards harm’s way.Pay attention. Get your mind right in the driveway. Most accidents happen during the first fifteen minutes below 40 mph near an intersection or your driveway.
3. It is premature yet to ride with a bunch of bikers. Group motorcycle riding may seem fun and safer but the dynamics of a motorcycle convoy makes it more risky than going it alone. You may have to deal with speed demons or beer drinkers. Wait, until you have mastered complete control of your motorcycle before taking this endeavor.
4. Heed those big yellow signs. Slow down and watch out for animals prowl at dawn and dusk. If you are riding in the West be wary of bears,moose and deer. If you are riding out of the country like Spain for instance ,watch out for bulls in the middle of the road and proceed cautiously. In the Scottish highlands learn to ride with sheep and not spook them.
5. Keep the front brake covered always. Keep one or two fingers on the brake lever always ready. Keep your foot near the brake pedal on the alert. You will never know when you need to stop and most of the time you have very little warning. Save a single second of reaction time at 60 mph and you can stop 88 feet shorter.
6. Traffic is always shifting, so keep scanning. Scan your instruments,mirrors,blind spots and the road well ahead of you. It is easy to get fixated and lock your eyes on any one thing. Force yourself actively to always scan the entire area for potential trouble and if there is, change trajectory. It might be too late to do anything about the twenty feet immediately in front of your fender. One second’s worth of distance per 10 mph is the standard, so scan the next 12 seconds ahead for potential hazard. Keep scanning ahead because any road can change any moment. For instance, as you travel an asphalt road can become gravel or mud, straight roads to twisty and curvy ones.
7. The first few seconds after a signal light changes are the most dangerous. Turn your head,look both ways before barging into an intersection or changing directions. Don’t assume other drivers will wait for you to dart through the intersection. They are trying to beat the light too. Unintended lane changes and left turning cars remain the number one cause for fatal highway accidents.
8. If it looks slippery, it might just is. There is a patch of wet leaves or suspicious misted pavement or your approaching a toll booth. Better slow down,apply laser-like focus and maximum level of caution. Who knows it can be more slippery than you think it really is and you never know how much grip there is.
9. Do not ride if you are angry,distraught,tired or anxious. Stay put,.Keep your emotions in check, Emotions can be powerful as any drug or liquor.
10.If you are riding through urban traffic heightened your awareness as to who shares the road with you like large trucks,taxis,bicycles,scooters,ipod -toting pedestrians,skateboarders,runners and drivers who multi-task (using cellphones,applying make-up,reading newspaper and holding coffee cups. All of these are day to day hazards especially in rush hour traffic both coming and going.
11. If your motorcycle has bolt-on saddlebags, do not under-estimate it’s width and take those into consideration when attempting to maneuver your bike through tight spots like between gas pumps or splitting lanes.
12. Put down the kickstand before dismounting from your motorcycle, It is there for a reason.
13. If you are heading onto dark streets from a well-lighted garage give your eyes a minute or two to adjust. Otherwise you are riding blind for the first mile or so. As you approach a tunnel,shut one eye and count to ten. Your eyes will acclimate faster to the change in light.
14. When parking your motorcycles check if there are designated spots for motorcycles. Be sure to park in a space and not between cars (this is a ticket in most cities) Park your motorcycle properly. The rear tire to the curb.
15. Practice those basic avoidance skills. Do two tight turns in quick succession. Fleck around the tar spot, then right back to your original trajectory. If you ride a cruiser, practice dragging your bike so you can use the available lean angle when you need it and learn the bike’s limits. These skills will come in handy in a crisis. Also master the slow u-turn. Practice all these skills until they are ingrained,automatic and become a natural reflex.
16. You are all alone at night on the road and for some reason the light won’t turn green. Put as much motorcycle weight directly above the sensor wire underneath the pavement located behind the limit line. If nothing’s happening,put the kickstand down right smack on the wire. You should be on your way in a heartbeat.
If you keep practicing these skills suggested in this article, you will one day realize that you are no longer the novice motorcyclist you once were but an expert in the realm of motorcycling. But with good reason. Riding a motorcycle will cut your fuel bills and emission in half.
Riding a motorcycle introduces you to a world of adventure. For riders, the roads are much more than a way to connect you from A to B. You experience the peak of freedom and excitement if you travel on a motorcycle.
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Motorcycle 101: Hi-Vis Vests
Motorcycle riding, while incredibly fun, is not without its hazards. In fact, part of the joy of riding is the thrill of danger. But just because the sense of possible danger is exhilarating, doesn’t mean you need to behave recklessly. There are many steps motorcyclists can take to improve their safety on the road. Smart cyclists will wear protective gear and learn to use their bike effectively, with proper turning, braking and evasive maneuvering. Unfortunately, even the most conscientious biker cannot control the biggest risk on the road… oblivious automobile drivers. Motorcycles are easy to miss because they are smaller than cars and fit easily in the “blind spot”. The agility of motorcycles often surprises unsuspecting drivers. And since motorcycles appear with less frequency on the road, they become a second thought. Many automobile drivers operate in a state of auto-pilot rather than heightened awareness, relying on habit to get them from point A to point B. All of these factors put motorcyclists at risk of being hit by an unaware driver. The best defense against these drivers, is making sure they see you.
The easiest way to increase your visibility on the road is by wearing hi-visibly safety vests. These vests are particularly important if you ride a dark colored bike, as darker hues tend to blend into asphalt. Most motorcyclists notice an immediate change when they start wearing a visibility vest. Drivers notice you more quickly and often give you more room on the road and at intersections. And since most cyclists spend hundreds of dollars on safety gear, such as helmets and jackets, this will be refreshingly inexpensive addition to your riding wardrobe.
The following is a list of things you need to look for when selecting the right hi-vis vest for you.
- Quality construction. A quality vest is constructed of durable materials that can be machine washed. Fasteners such as zippers or snaps need to be easy to manipulate while wearing gloves.
- Bright colors. Vests come in all sorts of bright colors and you can choose whichever suits you based on personal preference. Some believe that bright orange is best because motorists are conditioned to look for orange vests on roadside workers. Others think an unexpected color is better because it catches attention. Certain hues will stand out more when worn against your jacket’s color, so try on a few and select the best one for you.
- Reflective strips. Your vest should feature reflective materials. It is recommended that you also purchase reflective arm bands, since the vest will not be able to reflect light on your sides.
- Comfortable fit. The vest should be comfortably snug. If it is loose, it should have adjustable strips that allow you to cinch in. The vest should not restrict movement, so when you try it on, experiment with movements and various stretches.
- Buy two. Always carry a spare vest for passengers. A reflective vest does little good if the back of it is blocked by your riding companion.
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Zipper Jacket For Men
Zip your way to the coolest zipper jackets for men around by checking out this awesome line up with only the hottest brands and styles. We know you love a good zip up coat for its versatility, and to be frank, convenience! But, there are definitely ways to do this comfortable, easy look without losing points on your style. This classic style is one that can be done in many ways. In fact, we’ve found a huge range of looks, to satisfy just about anyone’s personal style from some of the best brands around. So, whether you’re a Banana Republic kind of a guy, or err more on the side of Billabong or Coogi, we’ve definitely got the right kind of zipper jacket for men…just for you!
For those of you with a more traditional or business-oriented style, we’re opening with our favorite pick from Banana Republic. Their ‘Suede Zipper-Detail Jacket’ offers a great take that easily works on the way to the office, all the way to the bars at happy hour. This one-hundred-percent suede coat boasts imported fabrics, two-way, full zip closure, and a button-tab at the neck for extra coverage on even the coldest days. We love the simple versatility of the two outer zip pockets and single interior one (just for you more valuables.) The zipper cuffs make for a seriously clean, finished look that works well with your favorite pair of jeans and boat shoes. If you aren’t sure about what to pair this fabulous outerwear with, look to match it up with your favorite light sweater, or double up with a shirt from Banana Republic. (You can’t really go wrong with coupling this brand together!) Available in cobblestone, the color is the ultimate in neutral, and can definitely carry itself with black slacks.
Taking things a completely different direction, we’re moving from Wall Street to Main Street with Coogi’s ‘C69 P.E.Z. Zipper Nylon Jacket.’ Boasting a totally different style and moving to a different beat, this cool coat is nylon in construction, black in color, and adds a few zippers for style (and function!) Accented with slight touches of neon green, this funky coat boasts two diagonal zipper chest pockets, and one along the bottom of the coat. We love the zipper closure at the collar for an easy on/off transition. The flap pocket on the left sleeve looks cool with eye-hook closures around it, and it perfectly balanced by the similarly-sized Coogi Logo along the right sleeve. Plus, for those of you whose hands tend to get chilled, not to worry: the double hand pockets with zipper and button closure will keep you warm. Taking on a completely different vibe, this mesh-lined coat is best with jeans a white t-shirt, and your favorite pair of motorcycle boots.
If you like the casual feel from Coogi, but tend to more of a beach look, Billabong’s ‘Luda Zip Hoodie’ may be the perfect pick for you! This cool, casual zip up is perfect for rolling out to the beach on a foggy morning, or early afternoon walks. Taking things one more new direction when it comes to fabric, Billabong’s style takes on a track-like retro quality with its polyester hooded shape and style. Boasting a chest wave badge and blue striped print at the top of jacket, and bottom two-thirds a solid black, we love the fun, relaxed feel of this look. Couple this chill choice with khakis or jeans and your favorite pair of tennis shoes or moccasins, and you’ll be all set for a fun (and fashion-forward) look!