Gear Up for National Motorcycle Ride Day on October 12th!
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Every year, on the second Saturday of October, people throughout the country honor National Motorcycle Ride Day, celebrating the freedom, community, and joy that riding brings. The day’s focus on promoting a thrilling and liberating pastime, however, only tells part of its story.
Below, the team at Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers will lay out a few fast facts concerning its relevant history, then switch gears to discussing how you can honor the occasion!
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- National Motorcycle Ride Day was started in 2015 by Chad Greer, an employee at Dunlop Motorcycle Ties. However, its true origins can be traced to the 19th
- In part, the day also honors John B. Dunlop, who debuted his concept for a pneumatic tire in 1887. His innovation boosted the performance and comfort of motorcycles dramatically, paving the way for the modern bikes we love to ride today.
- National Motorcycle Ride Day also serves another important purpose: raising awareness regarding safety and reminding participants to prioritize good gear and riding practices.
- It’s well-timed, too, and not by coincidence: after all, for many, October marks the last chance to pack in a few great road trips, with plenty of routes boasting better scenery due to fall foliage.
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From its humble beginnings, this commemorative date has exploded in popularity and now enjoys worldwide significance, and there are plenty of ways to make it special for you and yours.
Looking for some ideas? Consider:
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Hitting the road to support a cause combines good works with great times, and most of these opportunities end up raising money for folks who really need it. Consider Cruisin’ for St. Jude events and others like them, which involve an option for pledges based on total miles completed.
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With food, music, and plenty more to do, these events are always a good time and a great way to connect with fellow riders from all over the country. You can find a solid starting point by consulting this list of upcoming options.
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Spreading the Word and Record Your Journey
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Aside from rides, you can honor the occasion by snapping pics and recording videos of your journey. Be sure to share them on social media, too. Try Facebook, X, or Instagram for maximum reach, and when applicable, add the hashtag #NationalMotorcycleRideDay or @nationalmotorcyclerideday to connect with other like-minded riders.
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As always, a safe ride, free of accidents and mishaps, is the best kind of all. Before you head out, take a look at your frame for cracks or lifting paint, which might be warning signs of damaging stress affecting your bike. Take a look at your cables for any ragged patches or kinks, too, and then run through the following checklist to make sure you got everything, including:
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- Mirrors
- Wheels
- Lights
- Tires
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- Brake
- Suspension
- Throttle
- Coolant
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All set? Then go hit the road!
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