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_ - - - - - - - MOTORCYCLE SAFETY - - - - - - - -
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SAFE RIDING RULES
1. Always
make a pre-ride inspection
(page 32) before you start the engine.
You may prevent an accident or equip-
ment damage.
2. Many accidents involve inexperienced
riders. Most states require a special
motorcycle
riding
test
or
license.
Make sure you are qualified before
you ride. NEVER lend your motor-
cycle to an inexperienced rider.
3. Many automobile/motorcycle accidents
happen because the automobile driver
does not "see" the motorcyclist. Make
yourself conspicuous to help avoid. the
accident that wasn't your fault:
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Wear bright or n:flective clothing.
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Don't drive in another motorist's
"blind spot".
4. Obey all federal, state, and local laws
and regulations.
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Excessive speed is a factor in many
accIdents. Obey the speed limits
and NEVER travel faster than
con~
ditions warrant.
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Signal before you make a turn or
lane change. Your size and maneu-
verability can surprise other motor-
ists.
5. Don't let other motorists suprise you.
Use
extra
caution
at
intersections
parking lot entrances and exits and
driveways.
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6. Keep both hands on the handlebars
and both feet on the footpegs while
riding. A passenger should hold on to
the motorcycle or the operator with
both hands, and keep both feet on the
passenger foot pegs.
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