Benefits to Owning a Motorcycle | DoItYourself.com

For some people, just wanting a motorcycle is reason enough for buying one. However, there are other benefits to owning a motorcycle other than fulfilling a desire. These reasons may help you convince others that buying a motorcycle is more than just getting what you want. 

Whether you are buying new or used, a decent motorcycle costs less than a decent automobile. On average, a motorcycle costs about half of a car of the equivalent age and quality. 

With the price of fuel blossoming, driving a motorcycle can save quite a bit of money, while being better for the environment. A mid-sized motorcycle usually burns about 35 to 60 mpg, depending on whether you do most of your driving in town or on an open road. 

Motorcycles use less oil and produce less carbon emissions than their four-wheeled friends. Enjoy the fresh air in your face while knowing you are contributing to cleaner air while driving a motorcycle. 

If you live in a state with lots of tolls, you can save money by driving on two wheels.

Motorcycle insurance is considerably lower that automobile insurance. For those with a good driving record, motorcycle insurance averages a couple hundred dollars a year, while car insurance can easily cost over a thousand dollars. 

It's much harder to doze at the wheel while on a motorcycle with the wind whipping your face. Studies have been done to show that driving a motorcycle raises cognitive functioning. Driving a motorcycle encourages one to be in-the-moment, shifting gears frequently and keeping your eye on the road for debris to avoid.

Be sure to get the proper training before driving a motorcycle. When studying for your motorcycle driving test, consider signing up for a class. Don't forget to invest in a durable helmet, gloves, boots and other gear; the joys of being in the open can turn sour quickly if you get in an accident. 

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