We start out our morning polishing our chrome and waxing our gas tanks and fenders, but before we get our bikes on the road, how often do we check the air pressure and tread on our tires? As it is the beginning of the new riding season, I had to get a new inspection for my motorcycle. Upon doing so, I discovered my rear tire was below the required minimum tread depth. I decided to change both the rear and front tires. When the rear tire was removed from my motorcycle, I discovered my rear brake pad was getting a little bit thin and I replaced that as well. The tires I purchased were Dunlop Elite II's. I liked them from my first ride on them as it seems my motorcycle had a smoother ride.

More important to me was that having new tires and brakes gave me peace of mind that perhaps my motorcycle was a little bit safer when I have to make my next unexpected emergency stop. A motorcycle is safer when the tires have matching treads on the front and rear. Of course, we all know not to mix radials with non-radials. The best way to survive an accident on a motorcycle is not to have a motorcycle accident. As part of your annual inspection, it is important to have an experienced mechanic check the linings of your brake pads and make sure you have proper air pressure in and adequate tread on your motorcycle tires. Over inflating your tires will not increase your load carrying ability but will increase motorcycle tire wear at the center of the tread.

There are some times that no matter what precautions you take, a motorcycle accident cannot be avoided. There are drivers of cars that do drive stupid. My wish for all my fellow riders is you stay safe out there, stay vertical, and keep your shiny side up and the rubber side down. If you do have an accident and you want to call an attorney experienced in handling motorcycle accident cases, you can contact me to set up a free consultation.