How to Avoid an Accident on a Two-Wheeler? 5 Tips to Avoid it!
Two-wheelers are the most preferred mode of transportation in India. However, due to traffic and congested roads, two-wheelers are more prone to road accidents. Despite all this, two-wheeler sales are increasing daily, and so is the risk of road accidents.
It is always necessary for you to keep certain things in mind while riding a new or used bike to avoid any accident. Obeying traffic rules while riding a motorcycle is key to your safety.
Here are five tips to avoid being misshapen while riding a two-wheeler.
Tip #1 Wear a helmet.
We must have been told to wear a helmet 100 times before. Many people don't wear helmets, even though this can save their lives. In India, it is a punishable offense not to wear a helmet. And this could determine whether you live or die in a road accident. Riders and passengers must wear double helmets in metropolitan cities like Bangalore and Delhi. Make sure to always wear a lightweight, hard-shelled helmet. If an accident occurs, it will shield you from suffering a head injury.
Tip 2# Wear safety gear
Always wear a long-sleeve shirt and full pants while riding a bike. Additionally, it would help if you put on gloves that give you knuckle protection. Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from dust and wind. When the weather is cold outside, you must wear woolen clothes.
Tip #3 Always be alert
Be aware of other vehicles crossing the road, no matter how difficult. You must be very careful at certain moments and react accordingly. Due to the lack of a sufficient separator and the possibility that a car coming in the opposite direction may enter your lane and wind up just in front of you, two-way roads are particularly challenging. Always be alert and cautious in such circumstances.
Tip #4 Ride at a decent speed like 40-50 in the congested city.
Never speed up your bike on an empty road, either. Fix your specific speed limit and ride at that pace only. Accidents are caused mainly by high speeds and the rider's inability to avoid collisions.
Tip #5 Use the Indicator and the Rare Mirror
The use of indicators and rearview mirrors frequently goes hand in hand. You should always utilize the indicators when changing lanes and making a left or right turn at an intersection. To avoid confusing other drivers and giving them the impression that you might be planning to turn or change lanes, avoid using them when there is no reason to.
Do not remove the rear view mirrors from your new or second-hand bike just for looks. It would help if you always used your rearview mirrors because they give you a continuous picture of who is behind you. They can stop you from unexpectedly pulling out in front of another car that is approaching from behind, preventing the other car from braking immediately.
Lastly, I would like to advise you not to drink and drive. An active mind always gives you a solution to escape any significant issues, but an idle mind can't. While riding your new or second hand bike, be calm and safe. Follow these tips and ride safely as your near and dear one is waiting for you.