Motorcycle Parking Tips
When you frequently use your motorcycle for daily commuting or weekend trips, the possibilities for thrilling rides are limitless. However, there are some restrictions as to where you can park your bike. Before you take off on your next ride, it’s important to take the time to learn about safely parking your motorcycle.
At BMW Motorcycles of Burbank, we want you to stay safe when you hit the road so we’ve put together this guide to motorcycle parking. Keep reading to learn more and feel free to give us a call or stop by our dealership in Burbank, California for more information.
Your Options for Parking
If you’re about to head to a shopping store or a mall, you’ll want to figure out where to park your bike. You can’t just park it by the side of the road and you don’t want to illegally park where you aren’t supposed to. Many motorcyclists continue to park on sidewalks or the curb because they haven’t been fined yet, but you must be aware that parking a motorcycle on any type of sidewalk is illegal.
You’ll also want to watch for ”no parking” signs on the road or signs that indicate a parking time limit. If you are in doubt and you need a place to park, look up the store’s phone number and call the manager to ask if you may park there. Many big-box stores and grocery chains have designated parking lots with tons of space that you can use. Metered parking is another good option.
Regardless of wherever you park, it’s important that you respect the owners and other users of the parking area. Keep in mind that parking between two cars in metered parking gives both cars less space to get out of their parking spot and there’s a possibility of your motorcycle getting knocked over.
Secure Your Bike
When parking your bike, the best place to park it is out of sight of others. If you have a garage or shed that can be locked, storing your bike is easy. You can also consider parking behind a tall fence to keep it out of sight of anyone walking or driving by your house. However, if you don’t have an indoor space to park your motorcycle, like in an apartment complex, then you’re going to need to park it where it’s in full view of security cameras in your parking lot and lock it to something strong to deter thieves.
We hope that this guide helps you to find a motorcycle parking spot when you need it. If you’ve any questions or you want to check out our wide selection of motorcycles for sale, get in touch with us at BMW Motorcycles of Burbank. You’ll find us in Burbank, CA, where we serve all those in Pasadena and Glendale.