Losing Control on Turns

No motorcycle rider wants to lose control of his or her bike on a turn, but it does happen. There are a variety of potential reasons for a rider to lose control of his or her bike on a turn. Roadway hazards like gravel and potholes are incredibly dangerous for riders. Weather conditions can also complicate safe navigation through turns. Not only do riders have to contend with weather and roadway conditions, they also have to be on the lookout for dangerous and distracted drivers. If you’ve lost control of your bike on a turn, for no apparent reason, it may be necessary to look into potential mechanical problems.

Roadway Hazards 

Roadway hazards a huge problem for riders. Potholes in Jackson are notorious. A pothole might not be a huge deal for a driver in a car, but for a biker, they’re incredibly dangerous. If you hit a pothole going into a turn, you could be thrown off course and lose control of your bike. Gravel is also a huge problem for bikes in turns. The last place you want to hit gravel with a front or rear tire is on a turn. Construction, debris or a variety of other roadway hazards can contribute to a dangerous turn for motorcycle riders.

Weather Conditions 

Weather conditions can also complicate turn safety. If you’re in rain, sleet or snow, you could be in trouble on certain turns. Light rain that has just started is obviously the most dangerous type of roadway condition for motorcyclists navigating turns. The light moisture can sit on top of the oily road and make conditions slippery and slick. Even if you slow down to safely make your turn, you could be in trouble. If you can do so, avoid riding during inclement weather. When you have to ride in bad weather, slow down and be extra careful.

Dangerous Drivers

Motorcycle riders also have to deal with dangerous drivers. If drivers aren’t paying attention to the task of driving, they’re putting riders’ lives at stake. A distracted, dangerous or negligent driver can make a turn incredibly unsafe for motorcycle riders in the vicinity.