One sure-fire way to save on gas is to ditch your car altogether and downsize to a motorbike. From Consumer Reports, here are five considerations to keep in mind before you buy your first bike: You may need to get a special license. In some states, smaller scooters require a vehicle license to operate and not a motorcycle license. Limitations on where the bike can be operated. As a general rule, vehicles that go below 30 mph are restricted to the right lane or the shoulder.You should take a class. You’ll need to learn how to work the throttle and brakes, and how to take turns. You’ll have to find insurance. One good thing about insuring a motorcycle or scooter is it’s cheaper than insuring your car. You should shop around for a helmet. Although only 20 states currently require helmets for everyone, it is a safety feature that you shouldn’t go without. (In Texas, those age 21 and older can get helmet exemptions by passing amotorcycle course or proving that they have a minimum level of insurance.) Head injuries are the leading cause of death in motorcycle crashes. When you buy your helmet, look for one that complies with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s standards.
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