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WARNING
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r e q u i r e s special efforts on your
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part to ensure your safety. Know
these requirements before you
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ride:
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S A F E RIDING R U L E S
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Always make a pre-ride inspection
C
(page 39) before you start the
engine.
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accident or equipment damage.
C
Many
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inexperienced riders. Most states
E
require a special motorcycle riding
test or license. Make sure you are
qualified before you ride. NEVER
S
lend
your
inexperienced rider.
A
Many
F
accidents
E
automobile driver does not "see" the
T
motorcyclist.
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Make yourself conspicuous to help
avoid the accident that wasn't your
fault:
* Wear bright or reflective clothing.
4
r i d i n g
You
may
prevent
accidents
motorcycle
automobile/motorcycle
happen
because
"blind spot."
4. Obey all federal state and local laws
and regulations.
* Excessive speed is a factor in many
accidents. Obey the speed limits,
and
an
conditions warrant.
* Signal before you make a turn or
involve
lane c h a n g e .
a n d
other motorists.
5. Don't let other motorists surprise
you.
to
an
intersections, parking lot entrances
and exits, and driveways.
6. Keep both hands on the handlebars
and both feet on the footpegs while
the
riding. A passenger should hold on
to the motorcycle or the operator
with both hands and keep both feet
on the passenger footpegs.
* Don't ride in another motorist's
NEVER
travel
Y o u r
maneuverability can surprise
Use
extra
faster
than
s i z e
caution
at
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