Motorcycle Insurance- How Much Should I Spend?

James Bond is a few of the men to walk away from a motorcycle accident without so much as a scratch. Studies conducted by the National Safety Council in the U.S estimates that a motorcycle accident seriously injuring at least one person occurs once every fourteen seconds. Another study by the National Insurance Crime Bureau Statistics reveals that there is an alarming rise in the theft of motor vehicles especially motorcycles. What is more alarming is that only 20-25% of the stolen bikes are ever recovered.
Motorcycles are small and relatively light, some are compact making it easy for the crime of theft to occur. A fire, explosion or flood is all it takes to destroy your dream machine. So, in a nutshell you would be a fool to even think about skipping motorcycle insurance. Many states in the U.S even make it mandatory.
Motorcycle insurance will cover liabilities for:
- Injuries to yourself and/or any co-passenger
- Damage to other people or, of their property
- Damages arising from fire, theft, falling objects, hail or even contact with animals.
- Accidental damage to your motorcycle
- Loss or damage of any personal items or safety apparel, so your investment in leather, helmet and gloves may be safe.
In addition to these, ‘comprehensive’ motorcycle insurance will also cover medical expenses, which include your transport to a hospital and may include any physical rehabilitation after the injury. You can also opt for optional insurance for towing and roadside assistance coverage that may come handy when you are away from home.
In spite of all these advantages, bikers usually grumble and gripe about the soaring costs of motorcycle insurance. One of the main reasons for this unprecedented rise in motorcycle insurance premiums is the kind of bikes that are available today. The new high-tech, swanky bikes cost almost as much or even more than a second-hand car.
Another crucial factor that decides how much you have to pay is the size and power of the bike. Once you hit the 1,000cc mark, motorcycle insurance costs will increase. Cruiser style bikes are less expensive to insure than the flashy, high performance sports variety. Every year, we see new accessories and gadgets being added to bikes. Add to these certain other factors, like the climbing cost of litigation, falling stock markets, higher numbers of claims, etc. and you can see that motorcycle insurance will continue its steady climb upwards. Motorcycle insurance is not only smart, it is absolutely necessary and how much you spend on your motorcycle investment is entirely up to you. Count the cost, the risks and the worth to you personally. Then decide what company you will insure with.
Another tricky thing about motorcycle insurance is that it usually applies ONLY to your own bike. This means that if you are riding somebody else’s bike, you are not covered by your own insurance. Every state may have its own rules regarding this. Many youngsters also automatically assume that if they are riding the family bike, they will be automatically covered by the motorcycle insurance. This also needs to be checked out before you can be sure.
So, how much motorcycle coverage do you need? Well, how much can you afford? Since the motorcycle is the most vulnerable speed machine on the road, it is that much more dangerous. So, you need all the cover that you can get.
There is no reason to get robbed or ripped off, your bike or through motorcycle insurance. Examine your options, know what your purchasing and know clearly how much you personally will need to spend on your motorcycle insurance.
Summary:
How much motorcycle coverage do you need? Well, how much can you afford? Since the motorcycle is the most unprotected speed machine on the road, it is that much more dangerous. So, you need all the cover that you can get.
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August 19th, 2009 at 9:36 am
My husband has a motorcycle that he rides to work everyday. The first year he paid for insurance he paid only $80 for the entire year through Progressive. This last year it went down $5.
The main thing is your age and if you got your license through a motorcycle riding course or if you just took the test. As far as maintenance of your motorcycle goes, it depends on the type of bike you have and the area you live in.
Live life and ride free.
August 19th, 2009 at 9:52 am
logan_clarke, There are lots of sites where you can get an online quote. http://www.simpleautoquotes.com/Auto-Insurance.html It only takes about 5 minutes to do.
August 20th, 2009 at 4:24 am
Get something bigger. A 250 is a bit small and underpowered for freeway. Get a 500 or 600. On a 250 you only have one option if something goes wrong. BREAK!! There's not enough power left to go faster to avoid being run over. You can always run the larger bikes slower and keep the RPM's down to save on gas. You won't but it is possible. Also running a 250 on the freeway will kill any kind of MPG advantage it has because you will be running it at too high RPM to be effective. I thought the same thing when I got a 250. Ringing its neck at 70mph for 25miles both ways was getting me around 40mpg. Got a nighthawk 750 and it gets 43mpg on the freeway and that's flogging it because the bike is still new to me and that acceleration is irresistible.
BTW: I have herd of someone getting 63mpg on the CB750 nighthawk but he was keeping the rpm's down and not riding fast. It all comes down to self control.
August 20th, 2009 at 2:56 pm
a little less than 300 a month, i only have my beginners but i took a motrocycle safety course. which i would deffinatly reccomend cause i saved $1500 a year.
August 21st, 2009 at 12:29 am
Parts on a motorcycle are very expensive to fix and a 1986 anything is going to a nonstop trip to the repair facility. You'll have to get liability insurance for yourself and a a motorcycle endorsement on your license as well. You'll need to register your bike. Life and disability insurance is another thing you might want as well. This is a big hidden cost of riding a motorcycle. My grandfather lost and eye in a motorcycle accident. Another friend of mine was hit eight times and had multiple fractures.
Motorists are oblivious to people on motorcycles and this is a danger you have to face every day. If you want to ride, saving money is not a good reason.
August 21st, 2009 at 4:32 am
Well DMACDKING, you dont have to guess, If you type "Online motorcycle insurance quote" on the internet, gieco, state farm, etc will gladly give you live, automated quotes. Information like your age, sex, dob, type motorcycle etc have to be entered including tickets and you will get a accurate quote ! it will let you shop around also.
have fun !
August 21st, 2009 at 7:55 am
no one can tell you how much insurance
will be. you need to call around and get
a quote. go with who ever is the lowest.
since you have no driving history here
in america you will most likely pay a
little more then someone who has more
riding experience here in america.
August 22nd, 2009 at 1:51 am
If you have other collateral, use that instead of the motorcycle. Otherwise your either going to have to pay for the insurance (which is a sound financial decision) or pay the higher interest rate. It makes more sense to take the lower rate and pay for the insurance.
Good luck
August 22nd, 2009 at 2:54 am
I rode for 12 years and always found Dairyland to provide great coverage at very low costs. Give them a look, it may be worth your while.