Route 66 lets you discover the soul of America. At times you’ll use alternate routes because some of Route 66 is now abandoned, but you can still explore major parts of the original route. You’ll need a large bike suited for long-distance comfort that can carry enough gear.
On your 4,500 kilometer ride, get a glimpse of America from the Great Depression until the 1960s. Unique sights include old gas stations, flashy neon signs advertising restaurants and motels, and businesses with humorous themes to attract attention. In two weeks, you’ll cover two-thirds of the country, explore famous big cities and small off-the-beaten-path towns, and see kitschy attractions. (more…)
As a bike rider, you’re no doubt already aware that the safety of you and your motorcycle is of course paramount. Therefore, you conduct frequent check ups and repairs on your motorbike, exercise alertness when out riding, have the security of thorough motorcycle insurance coverage and wear correct protective apparel. Most critical of all when it comes to protective wear is of course a good quality helmet, which will help to protect you against possible head injuries as well as safeguard your head and face from the wind, cold, insects and flying objects.
It is a legal requirement to wear a helmet, but for your own protection it is not adequate to don simply any old helmet. Accidents are sadly a very genuine possibility regardless of how carefully and sensibly you ride, as demonstrated by Department for Transportation statistics showing 21,550 reported bike casualties in 2008, and in the event of an accident your helmet could be the difference between life and death. Thus, it is imperative that you outfit yourself with a regulation helmet that is in excellent condition and fits properly. (more…)
Caravans are a fantastic way to see the country and are far more cost effective than paying for accommodation. However, the great Australian tradition of caravanning over the summer holidays can be ruined if you don’t secure and insure your home on wheels properly.
Caravan insurance is an important element to owning a caravan. Not only can you insure the caravan for theft and fire and the personal items you have inside, but also any damage it may cause in the event of an accident. Comprehensive caravan insurance will allow you and your family to travel with peace of mind, knowing that all of your possessions and the caravan itself will be repaired or replaced without financial impact on you, should something happen. (more…)
Motorbike riding can be hazardous even for the most levelheaded and conservative of riders, as demonstrated by Department for Transportation statistics showing that there were 21,550 reported motorbike casualties in 2008, of which 6,049 resulted in death or serious injury, and the risk noticeably increases as weather and road conditions get worse. Some motorcycle riders will retire their motorcycles during the winter season but for many people, in particular those who commute on their bikes, that isn’t an option. Nevertheless, by exercising added care and using good sense, it is possible to minimise the risk.
Accomplished riders are familiar enough with their motorcycle to know how it handles, and how to ride safely. But as riding in winter time is completely unlike from riding in summer time, and for less experienced motorcyclists who haven’t yet ridden during the winter months, it is worth reminding yourself of the safety precautions that should be taken. Bear in mind though safety is never a guarantee, irrespective how much care is taken, so make sure that you are covered by appropriate bike insurance just in case. (more…)
Caravans are a fantastic way to see the country and are far more cost effective than paying for accommodation. However, the great Australian tradition of caravanning over the summer holidays can be ruined if you don’t secure and insure your home on wheels properly.
Caravan insurance is an important element to owning a caravan. Not only can you insure the caravan for theft and fire and the personal items you have inside, but also any damage it may cause in the event of an accident. Comprehensive caravan insurance will allow you and your family to travel with peace of mind, knowing that all of your possessions and the caravan itself will be repaired or replaced without financial impact on you, should something happen. (more…)
