Why You Should Ride A Motorcycle (And Ditch Your Car)
For most people, their car is their default vehicle. But is that the way it should be? There are many reasons to ditch your car for a motorcycle, which we discuss below. You can enjoy everything from saving money due to the superior fuel economy, to reducing your hassle parking. More and more people are making the switch and we suggest you do too! Not convinced just yet? Keep reading to learn all about the pros of switching. When you are ready to look at motorcycles, visit Indian Motorcycle® of Orange County. We proudly serve those in Los Angeles, California.
The Savings
Probably the most persuasive reason for making the switch is the money that you're going to save. Owning a motorcycle is cheaper than owning a car for several reasons. First, the initial sticker price. A motorcycle is a much smaller, less complicated piece of machinery that is going to cost you less up front. But that's just the start of the savings. Motorcycles offer a better fuel economy, so you will end up spending less on gas. They also are made from fewer moving parts, meaning that mechanical issues crop up less often and are less expensive to fix. Finally, it'll cost less to insure a motorcycle over a car. After all, if the sticker price is lower and the repair costs are lower, that means it'll be less for an insurance company to repair or replace. All of these factors combine to equal large savings for you.
The Performance
A motorcycle offers a different riding experience than a car. With a bike, you enjoy a more agile frame and a different steering style. You'll get a better power-to-weight ratio than you would in a car. You would actually need to fork over the funds for a luxury sports car to get a matching power-to-weight ratio. Enjoy the tighter turns, faster acceleration, and open-air experience that a motorcycle offers. It'll be much better at providing thrilling (but safe) adrenaline rushes than a car.
The Community
It's not out of the ordinary for someone to own a car, but it's unique if someone owns a motorcycle! That's why there are motorcycle clubs across the country uniting fellow enthusiasts. Many people join these and find that their social circle dramatically expands. With a motorcycle club, it’s easy to find people to share your favorite tips and touring routes with. There are plenty of motorcycle clubs in different parts of each state, so you can easily find one that meets your personality and is in a convenient location.
The Parking
Anyone who lives in a big city knows how difficult parking can be! It seems there are never enough spots in front of the place you are trying to go, or your only option is an oddly angled (and very tight) parallel parking spot. With a motorcycle, your parking experiences are much better. You can easily slide into just about any spot, which makes social outings much less stressful. It also fits much better when you park at home, since it's easy to fit a motorcycle in your garage.
Making the switch from car to motorcycle offers many benefits. Ready to start taking advantage of them? Visit Indian Motorcycle® of Orange County. We offer a range of new and used motorcycles for sale. Our friendly staff is ready to help too! Chat with them about what your riding ability is and what your riding lifestyle is. Do you commute to work? Or are you hoping to conquer dirt trails? Whatever you want, you can find a model that's within your budget with us. We proudly serve those in Los Angeles, the Inland Empire, and Riverside County, California.