Motorcycle Insurance
There's nothing like the freedom you feel when riding.
To ensure you've got the coverage and financial protection you need, it is important to consider the different types of motorcycle insurance out there.
Some of the different types of motorcycle insurance.
Liability insurance coverage. Most states require you to carry a minimum of liability coverage. Liability insurance covers bodily injury and property damage that you may cause to other people involved in an accident. It doesn't cover you or your motorcycle.
- Bodily injury liability If you are at fault in a crash, you may be responsible to cover the damages for your passenger or the other driver. If so, Bodily Injury Liability typically covers the other driver or your passenger's expenses such as medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
- Property damage liability If you at fault in an accident that causes damage to others' property, Property Damage Liability covers the expense, such as damage caused to vehicles, private homes, fences, and other structures.
Collision insurance coverage. Collision insurance covers damage to your motorcycle if you are involved in an accident. As your insurer, we pay for damages, minus your deductible, caused when you collide with another vehicle or object. Keep in mind, collision insurance usually covers the book value of the motorcycle before the loss occurred.
Comprehensive insurance coverage. Comprehensive coverage pays for damages caused by an event other than a collision, such as fire, theft or vandalism. However, just like collision insurance coverage, your policy will pay for damages, minus your deductible, and will cover only the book value of the motorcycle.
Uninsured/Underinsured motorist coverage. Uninsured/underinsured motorist insurance coverage covers damages to you and your property caused by another driver who either is uninsured or underinsured to cover your damages. This coverage typically pays for medical treatment, lost wages and other damages. If your uninsured/underinsured motorist insurance coverage includes property damage, then your motorcycle would also be covered under the same circumstances.
What about additional equipment coverage?
If you decide to add on any optional accessories such as chrome parts, a custom paint job, trailers or sidecars, you should look into obtaining additional or optional equipment coverage. Most comprehensive and collision insurance coverages will only cover the factory standard parts on your motorcycle.
Is a “Lay-Up” right for you?
If you are a seasonal rider and can't enjoy riding your bike in the winter months, you can enjoy increased savings with a lay-up insurance policy. There's no need to fully insure your bike if it's stored for an extended period of time.
With a lay-up insurance policy, all coverage except comprehensive is suspended for a specified period of time. Make sure to ask us for more details about this more affordable seasonal coverage option.
