
{"id":253,"date":"2022-11-25T10:02:14","date_gmt":"2022-11-25T10:02:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tt-blogs.dealerfire.com\/reddirtmotorcycles\/?p=253"},"modified":"2022-12-21T00:41:46","modified_gmt":"2022-12-21T00:41:46","slug":"driving-safety-tips-every-responsible-motorist-should-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reddirtmotorcycles.com\/blog\/driving-safety-tips-every-responsible-motorist-should-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Things New Motorists Should Know: A Rider&#8217;s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2><strong>Driving Safety Tips, Every Responsible Motorist Should Know&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best ways to explore this amazing nation is by traveling the roads of the USA. Going on the open road in the US is a truly satisfying experience, whether you&#8217;re exploring a state like California, going on a classic road trip like Route 66, or even thoroughly exploring a piece of the Pacific Coast Highway. Driving safely should always be your primary priority, whether on a bike, alone or with people. The fundamentals of safe driving must be understood and put into practice every time you are on the road because distractions are more prevalent than ever. In this blog, our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddirtmotorcycles.com\/about-red-dirt-motorcycle-company-in-lubbock-tx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Red Dirt Motorcycle Company<\/a> team has put together driving safety tips every responsible motorist should know.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reddirtmotorcycles.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check Our Pre-owned Inventory<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reddirtmotorcycles.com\/about-red-dirt-motorcycle-company-in-lubbock-tx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Contact Us<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Top Driving Safety Tips&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol><li><strong>Focus on driving&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Never multitask while driving; pay full attention at all times. Use no electronic devices, including phones, while driving. Speed up. Speeding reduces your reaction time and makes collisions more serious.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddirtmotorcycles.com\/blog\/top-4-must-visit-museums-in-lubbock-tx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Top 4 must-visit museums in Lubbock, TX<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"768\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/582\/2022\/11\/25095809\/2022_Motorcycle_Ride_b.jpg\" alt=\"Motorcycle on the road\" class=\"wp-image-255\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/582\/2022\/11\/25095809\/2022_Motorcycle_Ride_b.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/582\/2022\/11\/25095809\/2022_Motorcycle_Ride_b-300x195.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"768\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/582\/2022\/11\/25095824\/2022_Motorcycle_Couples_Ride_b.jpg\" alt=\"Couples on a bike ride\" class=\"wp-image-256\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/582\/2022\/11\/25095824\/2022_Motorcycle_Couples_Ride_b.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/582\/2022\/11\/25095824\/2022_Motorcycle_Couples_Ride_b-300x195.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\"><li><strong>Defensive driving&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Be mindful of what other drivers are doing around you, and prepare for the unexpected. Always be ready to dodge anything insane other drivers might do by making the assumption that they will. Maintain a 2-second distance between your vehicle and the one in front of you.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\"><li><strong>Make a safe driving plan.&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Include time in your travel itinerary to stop for meals, rest stops, phone calls, or other obligations. Before shifting into gear, adjust your seat, mirrors, and climate controls. To eat or drink, stop. It simply takes a short while.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At our dealership in Lubbock, TX, you can check out a range of used motorcycles in top-notch condition. You can also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddirtmotorcycles.com\/sell-your-car-in-lubbock-tx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sell or trade your old motorcycle in Lubbock, TX<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Driving Safety Tips, Every Responsible Motorist Should Know&nbsp;&nbsp; One of the best ways to explore this amazing nation is by traveling the roads of the USA. 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