| Cars are necessity; motor bikes have always been | | | | It sounds silly, but check the fuel. You may have |
| seen as a bit of a luxury on Britain's roads. And | | | | been enjoying yourself and forgotten to check the |
| breaking down in your car is a much more pleasant | | | | fuel gauge, therefore running out of petrol. Or, more |
| experience than if you are to break down on your | | | | likely, you may have sprung a leak, causing you to |
| bike. At least in a car, although slightly less exciting, | | | | lose all important fuel, and starve the engine. |
| you have a roof and doors, in case the wind is | | | | Having a roadside cover is also important, if you are |
| howling and the rain beating down. | | | | miles away from home it could e a saving grace |
| Minimise the hassle of breaking down when out for a | | | | should you break down. A lot of companies give you |
| ride, by taking a little SOS pack with you every time | | | | a credit card sized card to keep in your wallet, so |
| you head out on the bike. Pack a small torch to help | | | | should you break down you have someone on hand |
| you see in the dark if you need to do some quick | | | | within an hour or so. |
| fixing, and a couple of small screwdrivers, in case the | | | | Make sure that your Motor Insurance is up to date. |
| problem is just as simple as something needing | | | | Bike insurance quotes can be easily obtained on line, |
| tightening. | | | | and will save you time and money in the long run. |