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Motorbike Insurance Cost Reduction -- 4 Secrets on How To
The secret to getting the best deal on motorcycle insurance is not really a secret at all. Its just plain common sense. If you think like an insurance company you will quickly master the "secrets" and potentially save yourself a lot of money at the same time.
1. Driver age and experience -- You may not be able to change your age or driving experience but be aware that the older the driver of the bike and the more driving experience (in particular accident free experience) the lower your rates will be.
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 security and storage -- The more secure your storage area the more likely you'll get a good discount on insurance since bike theft becomes less of a risk. If you have a locked garage to store the bike in, be sure to tell your insurance company.
Bike security devices when you're out of the road can also make a difference with your insurance rates. For less than $100 you can buy and install a bike immobilizer that makes it more difficult for people to take your bike and thus reduces the cost of theft coverage.
4. Driver and passenger safety -- Get insurance discounts for wearing the right safety equipment. Of course a helmet is a must, but some companies may give you discounts for other types of equipment and devices. Check with them.
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.
Once you have bought your bike a number of these factors are pretty much locked in. So it's worth your while to think about this before you buy and or when you are changing bikes. You can save yourself a lot of money in your insurance bill if you take these factors into consideration.
About the Author Dan Danmenn enjoys writing useful reports and internet 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 Motor Bike Insurance
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