A collection of articles about motorcycle insurance, purchasing, safety and maintenance

Motorcycle Insurance, maintenance and riding articles from State Farm® to help you stay safe on the open road while biking.

Why is motorcycle insurance cheap?

The cost of motorcycle insurance can vary depending on the coverages you select. Learn more in this article.

Motorcycle insurance cost for new or vintage rides

Motorcycle insurance costs can vary between new, used, and classic or antique bikes. Understand the distinctions between each and how they can impact your motorcycle’s insurance cost.

Does car insurance cover motorcycles?

Discover how motorcycle insurance differs from auto and homeowners insurance and verify you have the right coverages to help stay protected on the road.

Motorcycle insurance ratings

Looking to buy a motorcycle? Find out how it ranks in insurance costs compared to other bikes with our Motorcycle Rating Tool.

How to sell a motorcycle

Whether you're selling a motorcycle now or perhaps you're just thinking about it, here are some tips that can help when you're ready to sell your motorcycle.

Moped, scooter, e-bike & motorcycle differences

Find out the differences between a moped, scooter and e-bike and whether a license and insurance is needed.

Tips for a safer motorcycle ride

Choosing a motorcycle helmet

Motorcycle helmets are important for everyday riding, as well as helping to protect your head in case of a crash. Learn more about selecting the right helmet.

What riding gear do I need for a motorcycle?

Motorcycle riding gear is specifically designed to keep your head and body safer when riding.

Tips for motorcycle riding in the rain and other bad weather

When you’re riding your motorcycle and bad weather hits, what do you do? We have some tips to help in various weather conditions.

Safety tips when riding a motorcycle with a passenger

Riding double on a motorcycle requires extra caution. Do your research and know what’s different when it comes to safety when you have a passenger on your bike.

Motorcycle safety tips

Help reduce risks on the road by considering these tips to help prevent motorcycle accidents.

What to know about ABS on motorcycles

Anti-lock braking systems (ABS) aren't just for cars. Find out how this braking technology can save you from losing control of your bike.

Tips for maintaining your motorcycle

Motorcycle maintenance: spring checklist

Ready to dust off your bike and get back on the road this spring? Consider this motorcycle maintenance checklist to help ensure a more smooth and safe ride.

Motorcycle won’t start?

These handy tips can help you troubleshoot possible reasons why your motorcycle won’t start.

Prepare your motorcycle for storage during the off season

Prepping your bike can help protect it during winter motorcycle storage. Learn what to do before storing your bike.

The information in this article was obtained from various sources not associated with State Farm® (including State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company and its subsidiaries and affiliates). While we believe it to be reliable and accurate, we do not warrant the accuracy or reliability of the information. State Farm is not responsible for, and does not endorse or approve, either implicitly or explicitly, the content of any third party sites that might be hyperlinked from this page. The information is not intended to replace manuals, instructions or information provided by a manufacturer or the advice of a qualified professional, or to affect coverage under any applicable insurance policy. These suggestions are not a complete list of every loss control measure. State Farm makes no guarantees of results from use of this information.

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