i am hoping to get a motorcycle and it will be my primary vehicle. i live in SC and it doesnt rain here much except for during the hurricane season. and it snows maybe once a year. is it possible to have this as my primary vehicle? what do i have to look out for. i am looking for answers from some one who has tried this.
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Somebody get MrZip a space bar for his computer. I lived in San Diego and rode a bike for my primary vehicle for several years. Even in Southern California riding in the rain on chilly days made for a miserable ride. Buy good rain gear, preferably a dry suit and gators for your feet and you can stay 85% dry. Now I live in Michigan and I ride most every day from April to November. Ride Free or Die! GWRRA
Absolutely this can be done. Many things need to be taken under consideration however. How much do you commute everyday would determine how 'comfortable' your motorcycle should be. Do you often need to carry things (groceries, etc) if so consider investing in a motorcycle with saddlebags. Riding in the rain is very dangerous but it can be done easily if you know how. Advanced riders courses are available as well as plenty of rain gear specially made for motorcycle riders. Also making sure the tread on your tires is never worn down is crucial. Riding in the snow is never something I would recommend. It's simply too dangerous. Good luck!
I had a motorcycle for my primary transportation for 6 years, lived in Virginia at the time. My advice? Keep your bike's maintenance schedule, lube and adjust the chain, change the oil, adjust and lube the clutch.keep up tire pressures and watch the tread wear. I rode over 200,000 miles in all seasonseven the cold of winter. It is possible, but it's a real downer when riding in the cold,wet weather. Cold by itself isn't bad, neither is the wet. Combine them both, however, and I just found it miserable. On sunny days it was great. Just get good gear and a good bike and you'll enjoy your motorcycle every day of the year!
