As gray, gloomy days give way to blue skies and sunshine, you might find yourself looking longingly at that motorcycle gathering dust in your garage. Beautiful weather just has a way of making you want to bring your bike back out on the road. And we don’t blame you! But before you do, it’s important to make sure your ride is really road-ready with some motorcycle maintenance. If you’re newer to motorcycle maintenance, this might sound a bit strange — if your bike has been biding its time in your garage, out of the weather and off of the road, how much maintenance can it really need? While we understand…

There’s nothing quite like the freedom that comes from hitting the open road on your motorcycle. Nothing can stand between you and your right to enjoy the scenery from the comfort of your bike. Nothing, except maybe a license? Read on to learn why you might want to get motorcycle insurance despite not having a motorcycle license. What to know about riding a motorcycle First things first, the rules of the road are sacred to cyclists. You don’t want to be a “squid”. A squid is someone who rides without any thought for the safety of others (or their own, for that matter). They ride in shorts and t-shirts, neglect…

Motorcycles are probably one of the most fun transportation methods out there, but it’s important to ride with safety (and legality) in mind. If you’re an experienced rider, you can think of this as a refresher. But, if you’ve caught a more recent case of motorcycle madness, give this post a thorough read before you head out on the road. Getting ready to ride No matter how eager you are to start riding, you need to make sure you’re road ready first. You may not have heard the biker term “squid,” but you definitely don’t want to be one. A squid is someone who rides without any thought for the…

Did you know May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month? Launched by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, this month raises awareness about the dangers associated with using two wheels rather than four. It also serves to remind motorists to share the road with motorcyclists. “Motorcyclists will be out in force as the weather gets warmer, which is why May is the perfect month for Motorcycle Safety Awareness,” said Anthony Foxx, DOT secretary. “Fatal crashes with motorcycles are on the rise. We all need to be more aware of motorcyclists in order to save lives and make sure we all ‘Share the Road.’” Why is motorcycle safety…

Riders, this guide is for you. No matter what brand or type of motorcycle you ride, Elephant is pleased to be able to offer you motorcycle insurance coverage that will meet your needs through our partner Dairyland Insurance. We’ll cover what motorcycle insurance is, how it works, what it covers, and information on typical cost and discounts available. In this post, we’ll also share some important safety tips and information on how it compares and contrasts with car insurance, so you can be informed before you look into what policy might be right for you. Let’s get started! What is motorcycle insurance? Motorcycle insurance protects you from being on the…

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Launched by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motorcycle safety month is an annual period when motorists are reminded to share the road with motorcyclists, and for riders to realize the dangers associated with using two wheels rather than four, which they’ve grown accustomed to over the long winter. This list of motorcycle safety tips is here to help. “Motorcyclists will be out in force as the weather gets warmer, which is why May is the perfect month for Motorcycle Safety Awareness,” said Anthony Foxx, DOT secretary. “Fatal crashes with motorcycles are on the rise. We all need to be…