You Can Save Big On Motorbike Insurance Coverage -- Here's The Key
The secret to getting the best deal on motorcycle insurance is not really a secret at all. Its just plain common sense. If you think like an insurance company you will quickly master the "secrets" and potentially save yourself a lot of money at the same time.
1. Driver age and experience -- You may not be able to change your age or driving experience but be aware that the older the driver of the bike and the more driving experience (in particular accident free experience) the lower your rates will be.
Education can also help. Many insurance companies will give credit for the completion of a motorcycle safety class. Drivers of any age can take advantage of this and lower their insurance bill.
2. Motorcycle age and cost -- Since it costs the insurance company more to replace newer more expensive bikes, it naturally costs more in insurance premiums to own one. Bike modifications can also significantly increase replacement and insurance costs. Don't do them unless you're willing to pay.
If you are a younger first-time biker you can significantly reduce your insurance costs by buying an older, lower powered and less expensive bike. Conversely newer model and higher powered or racing bikes naturally have higher replacement and accident risks and therefore higher insurance costs.
3. Bike security and storage -- The more secure your storage area the more likely you'll get a good discount on insurance since bike theft becomes less of a risk. If you have a locked garage to store the bike in, be sure to tell your insurance company.
Bike security devices when you're out of the road can also make a difference with your insurance rates. For less than $100 you can buy and install a bike immobilizer that makes it more difficult for people to take your bike and thus reduces the cost of theft coverage.
4. Driver and passenger safety -- Get insurance discounts for wearing the right safety equipment. Of course a helmet is a must, but some companies may give you discounts for other types of equipment and devices. Check with them.
Be sure to cover your passengers with the same personal injury insurance that you have. Your insurance costs will be considerably less if you ride alone or only rarely have a passenger. But be aware that most lawsuits against bikers come from injured passengers, so don't skimp on their insurance.
Be sure to consider these basic four factors before you go insurance shopping (even before you buy your bike). Most every insurance company will make significant rate concessions when you fall on the conservative side of any one of these four factors. - 23211
1. Driver age and experience -- You may not be able to change your age or driving experience but be aware that the older the driver of the bike and the more driving experience (in particular accident free experience) the lower your rates will be.
Education can also help. Many insurance companies will give credit for the completion of a motorcycle safety class. Drivers of any age can take advantage of this and lower their insurance bill.
2. Motorcycle age and cost -- Since it costs the insurance company more to replace newer more expensive bikes, it naturally costs more in insurance premiums to own one. Bike modifications can also significantly increase replacement and insurance costs. Don't do them unless you're willing to pay.
If you are a younger first-time biker you can significantly reduce your insurance costs by buying an older, lower powered and less expensive bike. Conversely newer model and higher powered or racing bikes naturally have higher replacement and accident risks and therefore higher insurance costs.
3. Bike security and storage -- The more secure your storage area the more likely you'll get a good discount on insurance since bike theft becomes less of a risk. If you have a locked garage to store the bike in, be sure to tell your insurance company.
Bike security devices when you're out of the road can also make a difference with your insurance rates. For less than $100 you can buy and install a bike immobilizer that makes it more difficult for people to take your bike and thus reduces the cost of theft coverage.
4. Driver and passenger safety -- Get insurance discounts for wearing the right safety equipment. Of course a helmet is a must, but some companies may give you discounts for other types of equipment and devices. Check with them.
Be sure to cover your passengers with the same personal injury insurance that you have. Your insurance costs will be considerably less if you ride alone or only rarely have a passenger. But be aware that most lawsuits against bikers come from injured passengers, so don't skimp on their insurance.
Be sure to consider these basic four factors before you go insurance shopping (even before you buy your bike). Most every insurance company will make significant rate concessions when you fall on the conservative side of any one of these four factors. - 23211
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Dan Danmenn enjoys creating useful articles and websites for motor-bikers on how to save money on insurance. If you learned something from this article you might also enjoy his newest website Motorcycle Insurance Quotes where you can learn more about buying Motorbike Insurance
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