Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions
Ride cautiously and keep your hands on the
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handlebar and feet on the footpegs.
Always consider the safety of other drivers
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and riders.
Protective Apparel
Make sure that you are wearing an approved
helmet, eye protection, and high-visibility
protective clothing. Avoid wearing loose clothes
that could get caught on any part of the vehicle.
Ride defensively in response to weather and
road conditions.
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Helmet
Should be safety-standard certified, high-
visibility, and the correct size for your head.
Must fit comfortably but securely, with the
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chin strap fastened
Face shield with unobstructed field of vision
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or other approved eye protection
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Look for a DOT (Department of Transportation)
certification label on any helmet you buy.
WARNING
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Not wearing a helmet increases the
chance of serious injury or death in a
crash.
Make sure that you always wear an
approved helmet and protective
apparel.
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Gloves
Full-finger leather gloves with high abrasion
resistance
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Boots or Riding Shoes
Sturdy boots with non-slip soles and ankle
protection
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Jacket and Pants
Protective, highly visible, long-sleeved jacket and
durable long pants for riding (or a protective suit)