Motorcycle Commuter Accessories

Sep. 14 2018 Miscellaneous By ___

If you own a motorcycle, you own a great way to get to work! More and more people are commuting with their BMW motorcycle. It's more enjoyable than sitting in a car and costs you significantly less in gas. For a successful daily ride, you will need a few accessories. We rounded up the essential commuter accessories below. If your motorcycle needs a tune-up or if you are looking to buy, visit BMW Motorcycles of Burbank. We proudly serve those in Los Angeles, California. Stop by today!

Visibility Gear

Your BMW motorcycle is bound to turn heads based on its style alone, but you'll want to take extra steps to stand out on the road. Other motorists are not always the most attentive between texting and driving, driving drowsy, and driving impaired. 

Stand out on the road with visibility gear. Throw on a bright neon vest to ensure that you'll be seen by those on the road. Since you'll be driving in the morning (before people have their coffee) and at the end of the workday (when they're drained), it's extra important to take this extra step.

Hearing Protection

If you ride over 40 miles per hour, you are permanently damaging your hearing. Odds are, you are driving that speed (or more) to get to work. Your motorcycle won't block out the damaging noise. You'll need hearing protection in the form of disposable earplugs reusable wax balls, or custom earplugs. They all work well, it's just a matter of how comfortable you need them to be and how much you're willing to spend.

Rain Gear

Ideally, you wouldn't ride your BMW motorcycle in the rain. But things happen. You're halfway to work and it begins to drizzle. You can't just sit and wait for it to stop - you'd be an hour late to work! As long as it's still safe to drive, you can push through the rain. But you also don't want to show up to work soaking wet. Waterproof outerwear keeps you dry and warm. There are many lightweight options that you can store in your motorcycle for those surprise showers. Pick a neon-colored option so that you can still stand out on the road. Rain reduces visibility, so you'll want brightly colored clothing to stay visible.

Windscreen

Sure, a windscreen might hurt the aesthetic of your BMW motorcycle a bit. But when you are riding every day, comfort is key! A windscreen helps block rain, kicked-up debris, and even bugs from hitting you. It also reduces the wind hitting your body, which reduces wind fatigue so you can stay on the road for longer. You'll arrive at work with much more energy!

Stereo

No one wants to listen to the sounds of traffic on the way to work. All that car horn blaring and road noise is bound to put you in a bad mood. It's easy to install a stereo system in your BMW motorcycle. You can listen to music, audiobooks, or a podcast to boost your commute enjoyment. You can even get ones that use hands-free or Bluetooth technology. 

For all your BMW motorcycle needs, visit BMW Motorcycles of Burbank. Check out our selection of new and used motorcycles. It's easy to find the best model for your budget, riding ability, and riding lifestyle. We also offer parts replacement and service options. Our expert staff can get your motorcycle running like new in no time. Whatever you need, you'll find it with us! We proudly serve those in Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Fernando Valley, California. Stop by and visit today!