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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2015
2015
Fun amenities to consider Tips for motorcycle
beginners
for your next vehicle
year, is included in the cost
of the vehicle, while others
may need to foot the fill for
their subscriptions from
jump street. But many new
cars are satellite-compatible,
which is good news to drivers who want to expand
their musical horizons
beyond the offerings of their
local terrestrial stations.
Today s new vehicles boast more amenities than ever
before, making for a more comfortable and enjoyable
driving experience.
Today s automobiles
come with more gadgets
than ever before. New car
buyers can now choose from
a host of amenities geared
toward making roads easier
to navigate and long trips
more comfortable.
Whereas nonessential
amenities once cost buyers
a substantial amount of
money, nowadays many
auto manufacturers include
options once considered
luxuries in their standard
packages, meaning more
drivers have the chance to
enjoy their new vehicles in
style. While not all amenities
are free, and some may still
cost drivers a considerable
amount of money, the following are a handful of features
drivers may find too irresistible to ignore.
radio has been around for
awhile, but only recently
did it begin to become a
standard offering in new
vehicles. Drivers who buy
a new car may find a deal
where their initial satellite
radio subscription, whether
it s a few months or a full
of today often mimic mobile
entertainment systems, and
no such system is complete
without television. Built-in
televisions are nothing new,
and many a parent has expressed gratitude that in-car
televisions and DVD players
can serve as mobile babysitters when taking the kids on
long road trips. But some
auto manufacturers have
begun to offer broadcast
television in their vehicles,
which is made possible by
a built-in television antenna
that is capable of picking up
nearby channels.
seats have a reputation of
being a luxury well worth
the extra investment when
buying a new car. But motorists with some extra cash to
spend may want to consider
are typically limited to the
backseats, but they work in
similar fashion to massaging
armchairs. Passengers or
even drivers taking a break
on a long road tip can jump
into the back of their cars,
recline the backseat and
then enjoy a massage to iron
out all those aches and pains
that developed over the last
several hours traversing the
highways.
you re the type of driver who
prefers his or her amenities
be more about function than
luxury, then adaptive lights
might be the perfect feature
swivel as an automobile
turns a corner, making it
easier for drivers to see.
also can sense darkness,
protecting drivers who may
be distracted by the amenities inside their vehicles and
forget to turn their lights on
the moment twilight arrives
or the sun sets.
Today s automobiles are a
testament to innovation, and
drivers may find that certain
amenities make driving more
enjoyable than ever before.
Tire maintenance an important safety precaution
Tires are the link between
a vehicle and the roadway,
and tire quality has a direct
impact on the performance
and safety of an automobile.
But tire maintenance is
Blowouts
Worn tire treads increase
the risk of punctures, which
can lead to blowouts. Bald
tires also may blowout as a
result of friction on roadways that is met with minimal rubber. Getting caught
on the side of the road with
a tire blowout can be a
hassle, so routinely check
tire treads and replace tires
accordingly.
ignoring tire maintenance
can threaten driver and
passenger safety and make a
vehicle operate inefficiently.
and traction are all governed
by good tires. Worn tread
can result in longer stopping
times and make it difficult
to brake immediately in
an emergency situation.
Tread depth
cars usually start with 10/32
inch to 11/32 inch of original
tread depth. When tread
reaches a depth of 2/32
inch, they are considered
worn out. There are different
ways to gauge tread depth.
to be the primary culprit
behind worn down tires,
sometimes bald or unevenly
worn out tread is indicative
of a larger problem, such
as a misaligned wheelbase,
improperly aligned tires or
tires that are underinflated.
The following are some
common problems associated with tires and how to
address these issues should
they arise.
groove with Lincoln s head
upside down and facing you.
head, it is time to replace
the treadwear indicator bar
molded into the tires. When
these bars become flush
with the adjacent ribs of
the tire, the tires should be
replaced.
Tread pattern
Tires feature different
tread patterns depending
on the brand of tire. They
may be directional, asymmetrical, nondirectional, and
directional/asymmetrical.
When purchasing replacement tires, it is adviseable to
match the tread pattern to
the existing tires. This helps
cars require tread to match.
cause problems with transmission shifting or impact
control and steadiness.
Tire pressure
Underinflation of tires
can cause failure, stress and
irregular wear. Underinflated
tires also may contribute to
loss of control that leads to
the manufacturer s recommendations for the correct
pressure, which should be
adjusted based on the temperature.
Tires should undergo the
same inspection and maintenance as other parts of
the vehicle. Tires are a vital
component to safe driving,
and routine maintenance can
prevent accidents and other
problems.
is to insert a quarter into the
Washington s head, you have
at least 4/32 inch of tread
left. Don t have any currency on hand? Then look at
jacket, riding gloves, riding boots and motorcycle pants
gear once they become more acclimated to their bike. But
gear should be worn whether you have been riding for 50
days or 50 years.
* Prepare, prepare, prepare. There s no such thing as
cycle training guides are valuable tools of information for
beginners. These instructional videos or reading materials provide insight into all aspects of riding a motorcycle,
and no beginner should get on a motorcycle without first
watching or reading a motorcycle training guide.
* Practice away from other motorists. Don t start riding
on a freeway until you have grown accustomed to riding
the bike at slow practice speeds you ve honed away from
other motorists. Empty parking lots make ideal training
grounds. Once you feel comfortable in the parking lot,
gradually move to roads without heavy traffic, such as
residential neighborhoods. Once you re truly comfortable
on the bike, then you can hit the highway.
requirement in some areas but not required in others.
Regardless of whether or not it s required, take the class
enhance the performance of
Alignment
improper alignment
causes rapid or uneven
treadwear. Tires should be
aligned and balanced periodically to avoid irregular
wear and having to replace
tires prematurely.
there s nothing quite like riding. Riding a motorcycle not
only can be exhilarating and provide a feeling unlike any
other, but it also requires patience and discipline for beginners and veteran riders alike.
Riding a motorcycle carries a certain stigma of being
dangerous, but that s only the case for inattentive riders
who forget their responsibilities while on the road. The
following are some tips that beginners can put to use when
hitting the open road.
* Gear up and stay geared up. Beginners often don t
have a problem gearing up, as many are understandably
nervous and therefore less likely to leave necessary equip-
Sometimes the right choice
is obvious
riders for anything they might encounter on the road. Just
be sure to enroll in a class that teaches accident evasion.
the helm of a big hog, while others see themselves tooling
down the highway on an ultra-light bike. But don t go to
extremes in either direction, at least not with your first
control, but it s best to wait until you have had a year or
two of experience before buying bikes often referred to as
crotch rockets, which are sporty and fast.
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