Distracted Driver Survival: RIDE LOUD!!!

One of the best tips for Distracted Driver Survival: Ride as if you are invisible. The reason this is such great advice is that most drivers DO NOT SEE YOU. Whether they are distracted, inattentive or just happen to have you in a blind spot, car and truck drivers often fail to notice motorcycles on the road.

That’s why today’s Distracted Driver Survival tip is to RIDE LOUD! Wear loud (aka bright) clothes and gear, use the horn when necessary, and don’t be afraid to give the throttle a little love. Don’t be obnoxious – in fact, some cities actually have noise restrictions for motorcycles – but don’t ride quietly, either.

There are some very innovative ways to ride loud these days. For instance, many people use bright LED lights for night riding. These bad boys are just too cool not to be noticed:

Day or night, a loud motorcycle horn can be a lifesaver. The Banshee Horn is sure to make your presence known:

FUN FACT: Wikipedia defines Banshee as: (“woman of the barrows“) a female spirit in Irish mythology, usually seen as an omen of death and a messenger from the underworld

Be sure to check with local law enforcement before trying out these more creative ways of riding loud. Every city has different restrictions.

However, you can always #ridesafe by wearing bright-colored gear, riding a bright-colored motorcycle, and using the lights and sounds already available on any standard bike. The important thing is that you make your presence known.