Yamaha DT501988 Owner's Manual page 7

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SAFE RIDING
1. Always make pre-operation checks. Careful checks may help prevent an ac-
cident.
2. This motorcycle is designed to carry the operator only No passengers.
3. The failure of motorists to detect and recognize motorcycles in traffic is the
predominating cause of automobile/motorcycle accidents. Many accidents
have been caused by an automobile driver who did not see the mtorcycle.
Making yourself conspicuous appears to be very effective in reducing the
chance of this type of accident.
Therefore:
a. Wear a brightly colored jacket.
b. Use extra caution when you approach and pass through intersections,
since intersections are the most likely places for motorcycle accidents.
c. Ride where other motorists can see you. Avoid riding in another motorist's
"blind spot."
4. Many accidents involve inexperienced operators. In fact, many operators
who have been involved in accidents do not even have a current motorcycle
license.
a. Make sure you are qualified. Also, only lend your motorcycle to experi-
enced operators.