Mo T Or C Y C L E Sa Fe T Y; Safe Riding Rules - Honda GL1100 Interstate Owner's Manual

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Molo.tcycle fiding requires special efforts on your palt to ensure your
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rcquirements before you ride.
SAFE RIDING RULES
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2. Many accidents involve inexpe enceal
riders. Most states require a special
motorcycle riding
test
or
license.
Make sure you are qualified before
you dde. NEVER lend your motor_
cycle to an rnexperienced rider.
3. Many automobile/motorcycle accioents
Ilappen because the automobile o ver
does not "see" the motorcyclist. Make
younelf conspicuous to help avoid the
accident that wasn't your fault:
* Wear b ght or rqflective
clot ng.
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Don't
drive in another motorist,s
"blind spot."
.1. Obey ati fedcral, state, and local laws
and rcgulations.
*
Excessive speld is a factor in irany
accidents. Obey the speed limitr,
and NEVER travel faster thar con,
ditions warrant.
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Signal before you make a turn or
lane change. Your size and rrraneu-
verability can surprise other moror_
ists.
5. Don't let other motorists surprise you.
Use extra
caution at
intersectjons,
parkrng lot entrances and exits, and
dnveways.
6. Keep both hands on the handlebars
and both feet on the footpegs while
riding. A passenger should hold on ro
the motorcycle or thc operator with
both hands, and keep both feet on the
passenger tootpegs.