If you are in the market for motorcycle insurance here are four ways you can save a significant amount of money when you talk to your insurance agent or company. Learning to think like an insurance company you can do nice things for your pocketbook.
1. Experience and age of the driver — of course you can’t make yourself any older or instantly change your driving record but be aware that these are major factors in the rate calculation. The more driving experience and the fewer accidents on your record the better you will do with insurance companies.
Drivers of any age can make a difference in their rates by taking a motorcycle driving safety class. Not all insurance companies, but many will give credit for the successful completion of a certified safety class.
2. Bike age, cost and modifications — Of course the more expensive the bike and more risk to the insurance company and the higher the cost of the insurance. Especially if you make modifications to the bike, insurance costs can skyrocket. That’s because the cost of replacing those modifications is often high.
First-time biker’s and younger bikers might consider buying an older bike with a smaller engine. Not only will the cost of insurance go down because of the lower replacement cost, but accident risk also decreases with smaller and less powerful engines. If you buy a souped-up racing bike expect the insurance company to charge you souped-up rates.
3. Bike location and security — where you store your bike and the security devices attached to your bike can make a big difference in your insurance costs for theft. If the bike is stored in a secure garage as opposed to outside or in a high risk neighborhood, insurance companies will favor you with lower rates.
Similarly bike security devices can have a significant impact on insurance rates. Check with your insurance company to see if discounts are provided for bike immobilizer devices. These can be found for $100 or less and they can provide a nice savings on your insurance policy.
4. Safety for drivers and passengers — most if not all states require you to wear helmets these days. If you don’t you can be sure the insurance company will charge you more simply because the risk of a serious accident is much higher. The company may also give rate reductions when you use other safety equipment. Check to find out.
Insuring extra passengers is expensive. So you can save money if you ride solo, or only carry passengers infrequently. Make sure your passengers have the same coverage as you and also wear safety equipment. The majority of lawsuits for biker accidents actually come from their passengers.
If you have already purchased your bike some of the above factors are already set. But eventually you may buy another bike and over time your driving record will also change. Keep the above insurance secrets in mind, because a little common sense can go a long way to reducing your insurance bill.
Dan Danmenn enjoys creating insiteful reports and sites for motor-bikers on how to save money on insurance. If you found this article useful you might also enjoy his newest website Motorcycle-Insurance-Quotes.org where you can learn more about buying Motorbike Insurance
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