Night Rides Still an Attraction of Peace
It had been awhile since I’ve gone out for a nice ride at night. The holiday traffic has subsided and the moon was waning from a full moon 3 days ago. The temperatures were in the low 70’s and the football game was over. Nothing could hold me back.
Night rides have so many advantages. From the safety perspective, you can see the lights of cars all around you long before the cars are near you. Choose clean, wide roads as this is a peaceful ride, not one to work the bike through the curves. Find roads or highways with few if any traffic lights. The long roll relaxes you. Dress appropriately as the night air has cool pockets that can bring a quick chill to the body. I’m not saying you should wear your leathers. Just think plus or minus 5 to 10 degrees depending on the length of the ride and the forecast.
My night rides range between 20 and 50 miles. Just enough to take the edge off the day. It’s therapy that you can only get on a motorcycle. I recommend it as often as possible.