Motorcycle Safety; Important Safety Information - Honda Goldwing F6B Owner's Manual

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MOTORCYCLE SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Your motorcycle can provide many years of service and pleasure if you take
responsibility for your own safety and understand the challenges that you can
meet on the road.
There is much that you can do to protect yourself when you ride. You'll find
many helpful recommendations throughout this manual. Following are a few
that we consider to be most important.
Always Wear a Helmet
It's a proven fact: helmets significantly reduce the number and severity of head
injuries. So always wear an approved motorcycle helmet and make sure your
passenger does the same. We also recommend that you wear eye protection,
sturdy boots, gloves, and other protective gear (page 2 ).
Make Yourself Easy to See
Some drivers do not see motorcycles because they are not looking for them.
To make yourself more visible, wear bright reflective clothing, position
yourself so other drivers can see you, signal before turning or changing lanes,
and use your horn when it will help others notice you.
Ride Within Your Limits
Pushing the limits is another major cause of motorcycle crashes. Never ride
beyond your personal abilities or faster than conditions warrant. Remember
that alcohol, drugs, fatigue and inattention can significantly reduce your ability
to make good judgements and ride safely.
Don't Drink and Ride
Alcohol and riding don't mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond
to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with every additional
drink. So don't drink and ride, and don't let your friends drink and ride either.
Keep Your Bike in Safe Condition
For safe riding, it's important to inspect your motorcycle before every ride and
perform all recommended maintenance. Never exceed load limits, and only use
accessories that have been approved by Honda for this motorcycle. See page
4 for more details.
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