{"id":6278,"date":"2014-05-16T16:04:37","date_gmt":"2014-05-16T21:04:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.denniskirk.com\/?p=6278"},"modified":"2022-05-31T15:59:24","modified_gmt":"2022-05-31T20:59:24","slug":"tips-riding-motorcycle-night","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.denniskirk.com\/blog\/2014\/05\/16\/tips-riding-motorcycle-night\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Riding Motorcycle at Night"},"content":{"rendered":"

It can be the time when you experience the most solitude and relaxation on your bike, but riding motorcycle at night can also be the most dangerous time.\u00a0 There are some riders who can\u2019t wait for the sun to fall behind the horizon and then there are other riders who try to get off the roads as quickly as possible\u00a0when nightfall comes around.\u00a0 Wherever you fall on that spectrum, the chances are pretty good that you will find yourself riding at night at some point.\u00a0 With that said, having the right preparation and following good night tips, you can not only get through riding at night safely, but it could turn out to be your new favorite time to ride.<\/p>\n

\"Riding<\/a><\/p>\n

Below are some tips for riding your motorcycle at night that can help you make the most out of it while being as safe as possible.<\/p>\n

See Clearly<\/strong><\/p>\n

Obviously, your vision is limited in lowlight conditions, so it\u2019s important that you maximize how clear your vision is.\u00a0 A good place to start is making sure that you have\u00a0a\u00a0clean helmet shield or goggles and are free of\u00a0scratches.\u00a0 Any blemish on your shield or goggle lenses can produce light prisms when another light hits them in the dark.\u00a0 That usually happens at the worst time, when you’re encountering oncoming traffic.\u00a0 If you know that you might be riding at night, it\u2019s a good idea to throw some lens cleaner and a lens cleaning cloth in your luggage.\u00a0 A quick wipe down at dusk can make a big difference. \u00a0Leave the tinted shields and shades at home when you’re riding at night too. \u00a0Photochromic lenses\u00a0transition with the amount of available light letting you ride in all light conditions with one shield.<\/p>\n

When the temps drop as\u00a0the sun goes down, you are more likely to experience fogging on your helmet shield.\u00a0 There are a few things that you can do to counteract the fogging.\u00a0 First, if your helmet has the Pinlock\u00ae shield insert, the dual lens will help eliminate the fogging by creating a dual pane.\u00a0 You can also add an anti-fog coating to your shield or you can even add a breath guard to your helmet to help direct the air out the bottom and off of the shield.\u00a0 Having your helmet vents wide open and cracking your shield can get rid of the moist air too.<\/p>\n

Of course, you can’t see at all if you don\u2019t have good lighting on your bike.\u00a0 Many of the headlights on older bikes (and some new ones) just aren\u2019t as good as they can be.\u00a0 By simply upgrading your headlight<\/a> bulb to one with a higher output, you can not only increase the distance the light travels, but you can also\u00a0get away from that yellow light that is so hard to see in.<\/p>\n

\"Bright<\/a><\/p>\n

Having your headlight(s) properly aimed is also really important.\u00a0 You could have the brightest headlight on the road, but it won\u2019t do you any good if it is aimed either too high or too low.\u00a0 Check with your state regulations and aim your headlight to the maximum height for a good starting point.<\/p>\n

Bright lights mean nothing if the lenses are covered in dirt and road grime.\u00a0 Give them a quick wipe down when it gets dark to get the most out of your motorcycle lights.<\/p>\n

Driving lights and fog lights<\/a> can add some extra light to your bike too.\u00a0 If you do add more lighting or upgrade the\u00a0bulb, make sure that your electrical system can handle the extra draw.\u00a0 You might have to upgrade to a high output alternator to handle the extra load.<\/p>\n

Be Seen Clearly<\/strong><\/p>\n

Alright, so now you can see down the road clearly.\u00a0 But can other motorists see you?\u00a0 Being hit by other motorists dramatically increases at night, and it\u2019s bad enough in the daylight.\u00a0 Being highly visible on your bike has to do with more than just having your bike\u2019s lights on.\u00a0 You have to make sure that you stand out from all of the other lights on the road.<\/p>\n

Hi-Viz motorcycle gear<\/a> is your best option at night.\u00a0 The bright colors and extra reflective material on your jacket, pants and helmet will catch the attention of motorists.\u00a0 When you are looking at motorcycle gear for night riding, it\u2019s important to see where the reflective material is.\u00a0 You will want it to be where the headlights hit you to have\u00a0the best opportunity of being seen.\u00a0 If you don\u2019t want to invest in all new gear just for riding at night, a simple reflective safety vest can be thrown over your jacket when it gets dark.\u00a0 When you are not using it, the vest can be stored away in your luggage without taking up very much space.<\/p>\n

\"Icon<\/a><\/p>\n

You can make your bike more visible too.\u00a0 You may think that your headlight and taillight are\u00a0enough to be visible.\u00a0 That may be true for oncoming and following traffic, but not so much for traffic on side streets and passing traffic.\u00a0 The side of your bike is usually a dark zone and even if the motorist sees you, it can be hard to judge the distance because there is no direct light coming from the side.\u00a0 You can go all out and add running lights everywhere, but some reflective tape and wheel strips that are strategically placed can improve the odds of you being seen from the side as well.<\/p>\n

\"Motorcycle<\/a><\/p>\n

When you come up to a stop sign or stop light, you should flash your brake light well ahead of time to remind your followers that you are there.\u00a0 Also, try not to ride right behind the taillight of another vehicle because you could blend in with it on your bike.\u00a0 Try to offset yourself so your brake light stands out and remember to give yourself plenty of room.<\/p>\n

Watch for Critters<\/strong><\/p>\n

Those pesky critters love to come out at night and meet you on the road.\u00a0 What makes it worse is that you usually don\u2019t see them until you are right on top of\u00a0them.\u00a0 Be alert and always scan all over the road for those mischievous creatures.\u00a0 Night time is not a good time to day dream on your bike because animals can pop out of nowhere.\u00a0 Deer whistles<\/a> are said to scare the deer away and while some don\u2019t believe they work, it\u2019s one of those \u201cbetter safe than sorry\u201d type of things.<\/p>\n

Drive Defensively and Cautiously<\/strong><\/p>\n

This almost goes without saying because you are probably riding this way during the day as well.\u00a0 With that said, it\u2019s not a bad idea to be even more vigilant when it comes to other motorists.\u00a0 Assume that no one sees you on the road and give yourself plenty of distance between vehicles.\u00a0 Guarding your lane is even more important at night.\u00a0 By riding on the inner third of your lane, you are giving other motorists a better opportunity to see you.\u00a0 Plus, it gives you more reaction time to\u00a0a critter bounding onto the road from the side.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Ride Exhausted or Intoxicated<\/strong><\/p>\n

Your reaction times need to be at their best when you ride at night.\u00a0 Everything happens much quicker in the dark and you need to be able to react safely in an instant.\u00a0 We all know our reaction times slow down considerably when we are tired or have had a few cocktails.\u00a0 If that\u2019s the case, leave the bike on the kickstand and find another way to get where you need to be.<\/p>\n

\"Bike<\/a><\/p>\n

Prepare for Cooler Temps<\/strong><\/p>\n

It\u2019s not rocket science.\u00a0 When the sun goes away, it gets cooler, but often times bikers get caught riding later into the night without the proper gear.\u00a0 If you know that there is even a possibility that you\u2019ll be riding after sundown, pack a liner or some other warm riding gear to keep you warm and comfortable.\u00a0 When you get cold, it takes your mind off of riding and you are more likely to make mistakes.<\/p>\n

Got any extra tips for riding at night?\u00a0 Let us know in the comments!<\/p>\n

Now that you have night riding down, click\u00a0here<\/a>\u00a0for some tips on how to ride motorcycle in the rain.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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