If you own and operate a motorcycle in Ontario, it is essential to have a good grasp of the demerit point system and its potential impact on your insurance coverage. Demerit points are a way for the province to monitor and regulate driving behaviour and ensure road safety for all users. They can accumulate quickly if you engage in certain driving offences, and this can lead to increased insurance premiums and other long-term consequences. This article seeks to provide a comprehensive guide on demerit points in Ontario, how they impact motorcycle insurance and effective ways to manage them. Wh ..read more

Riding a motorcycle in Ontario is a thrilling experience, offering the freedom of the open road and nearly unlimited access to the beauty of our great Canadian landscape. However, with this exhilaration comes a crucial responsibility; securing the right motorcycle insurance. Ontario has specific regulations in place to ensure the safety of riders and everyone else on the road. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into what motorcycle insurance you need, and explain why it’s essential… The Importance of Motorcycle Insurance In Ontario Motorcycle insurance is not just a recommended precauti ..read more

Riding doesn’t have to be hazardous! Here are some tips and tricks you can take advantage of to enter the sport with confidence. I’ve heard all the jokes around becoming a rider: “donorcycle,” and in Quebec, “mortecycle.” For years, even I delayed getting my licence because I thought the sport was very dangerous. Everyone knows a story of a rider who has been in an accident, perhaps seriously hurt, and I thought having my accident wasn’t a matter of when but rather how. As a veteran rider, I no longer think that. I won’t say riding is as safe as driving a car, the statistics speak for themselv ..read more

Many say that a true motorcyclist loves all motorcycles. After all, two wheels are two wheels, right? However, many riders have a clear bias when it comes to the brand of bikes they prefer. Such love for a brand can be sparked by the first motorcycle your parents ever owned, the one your best friend once gave you a ride on, or the one you once admired in a movie – and consequently, it can turn into life-long brand loyalty. One of those iconic motorcycle brands that could possibly accompany you along your whole riding career and cater to all your riding preferences is Kawasaki. But Why is Kawas ..read more

If you’re looking for information about how to ride faster, lean your bike more, or get your knee down, you’ve come to the wrong place. This article is about being a safer sports bike rider on the street. We learn how by doing track days, taking courses, reading books, watching videos, and riding with more experienced riders. We learn how by making mistakes and learning from them. And we learn how by practicing. A lot! This article is a collection of titbits this Riders Plus Insurance writer has picked up along the way. While that means it’s not expert advice or meant to be definitive it is de ..read more

There seems to be a divide in the motorcycle world regarding two different types of bikes: sports bikes or cruisers. Attached to the clichés are the opinions that one is better than the other, when in fact all motorcycles are great – just for different reasons. Therefore, bikers have to ask themselves: Why do I ride? When choosing a bike that’s working for you, there must be some self-analysis about your riding style. Consider the following: Purpose The most important aspect when choosing a motorcycle is knowing what you’ll be using it for. If you’re an avid traveler, like to pack up, and love ..read more

Putting yourself into potentially fatal riding scenarios is not something you can practice. Yet, every time we go out to ride, we may find ourselves in such a situation. Sergeant Ryan Austin, a police motorcycle instructor and owner of Advanced Rider Training, is also an accredited motorcycle collision analysis and reconstruction specialist. He told us that at many crash sites, there is no indication that the rider took any evasive action whatsoever. Why?   Keith Code of the C-Superbike School states that riders cannot exceed 75 percent of their personal limit while they learn a new ..read more

The Toronto Star newspaper ran the headline: Motorcyclists Ten Times More Likely to Suffer Serious Injuries. Emphasizing the risk of motorcycling seems commonplace in media headlines. In this case, The Star buried in the article that the study states that motorcyclists are only three times more likely to be injured than if they were in a car. Sadly, if readers perceive motorcycling as dangerous, they’ll probably stop reading at the headline, not get an accurate picture of the actual risks, and never consider a life on two wheels. The Toronto Sun newspaper ran the headline: Motorcycles are ..read more

Shake off the winter blues by visiting the North American International Motorcycle Supershow between January 5-7, 2018! Come browse America’s largest retail show for motorcycle enthusiasts at the Toronto International Centre. Whether you’re there to look for a new bike, pimp up your current one, or there to visit the many entertainment features (did you know the Orange County Choppers, Paul Sr. and Mikey are making an appearance?), There’s a little something for every riding enthusiast. We hope to see you there! Save $3 on tickets by downloading our coupon here. For more information, check out ..read more

At Riders Plus Insurance, we believe that we all can do our part in giving back to our community, especially at times like these. We believe it is important that we stand by each other and support those who need our help the most. To do our part and make a contribution to the battle against mental health problems, we’ve teamed up with the Distress Centres of Greater Toronto to support their COVID-19 Emergency Fund. About the Centre The DCGT provides 24-hour mental health support to individuals in our community who are at risk and most vulnerable. As a non-profit organization, they depend on do ..read more