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Saskatchewan Motorcycle Driver's Handbook
A Guide to Safe Driving
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  • Page 1 Saskatchewan Motorcycle Driver’s Handbook A Guide to Safe Driving safety...
  • Page 2 Saskatchewan Motorcycle Driver’s Handbook A Guide to Safe Driving Introduction Much of the content of this handbook was originally published by the Ontario Ministry of Transportation and Communications and has been reprinted with permission. This handbook is not intended to be a complete digest of rules of the road.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Table of Contents ......2 – Headlight ....... . 21 –...
  • Page 4 10. Riding in Bad Weather ..... . 39 – Registering Your Motorcycle ....56 Documents required .

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    About This Manual This manual incorporates the newest advances in motorcycling To ride well, you must be in good physical and mental condition and is designed for novices and experienced drivers alike. because handling a motorcycle demands more concentration and is more tiring than driving a car.

  • Page 6: Preparing To Ride

    Preparing to Ride Your chances of getting to your destination in one piece are influenced by the things you do before starting out. Good riders always begin a trip with: helmet 1) Proper clothing. face shield 2) A check of the motorcycle. 3) A test of the motorcycle’s operation.

  • Page 7: Eye And Face Protection

    Proper Helmet Eyeglasses are not made to protect riders. They will shatter if hit A poor helmet will not provide adequate protection. by a flying object. If you wear glasses, also use a face shield. A helmet must: To be effective, eye or face protection must: 1) Meet Saskatchewan standards (see page 58).
  • Page 8 In cold or wet weather, your clothes should keep you warm and dry, as well as protect you against injury. You can’t properly control a motorcycle if you are numb. Riding for long periods in cold weather can cause severe chill and fatigue. A winter jacket should resist wind and fit snugly at the neck, wrists and waist.

  • Page 9: Know Your Motorcycle Controls

    Know Your Motorcycle Controls The beauty of motorcycle design is that all controls and other important devices are within quick reach of the rider’s hands and feet. All drivers should know where the controls are and will be tested on their knowledge on the exam. For example, 18 key controls and devices are visible from the saddle of a typical motorcycle: 1) Speedometer and odometer...
  • Page 10 It is important to become familiar with the motorcycle’s controls, – The high beam indicator light appears red or blue when the whether you’re learning to ride or you’re an experienced rider headlight is on high beam. driving an unfamiliar motorcycle. In fact, you should first check –...
  • Page 11 Turn signal switch The valve must be turned to the ON position on many bikes for The switch to control turn signals is usually located on the left fuel to flow to the engine and for it to start and run. The fuel tank handlebar and is controlled with the left thumb.
  • Page 12 lever engages the clutch and provides power to the rear wheel. The gear selector pedal should only be operated while the clutch Whenever you change gears, either up or down, you must first is disengaged. After you have squeezed the clutch lever with your disengage the clutch.

  • Page 13: Daily Motorcycle Check

    A side stand extends downward from its position underneath the 2) Tread motorcycle to support the motorcycle in a leaned position. Worn or uneven tread can make the motorcycle skid, particularly on wet pavement. Once the centre wear bar is A centre stand is a sturdy, two-legged stand attached under- exposed, you have only 1 mm of tread left.
  • Page 14 Lights Headlight Don’t put your faith in lights that may not work. Keep them clean Check your headlight. In daytime, pass your hand in front of the and check them regularly. beam to make sure the headlight is really on. Try your dimmer switch to make sure both high and low beams work.
  • Page 15 Horn Try the horn to be sure it will work if you need it! Gas and oil Check gas and oil levels before you start. Running out of gas is inconvenient, and can also be dangerous if it happens where you cannot get off the road quickly.

  • Page 16: Precision - Learning To Control A Motorcycle

    Precision – Learning to Control a Motorcycle Like an Expert To control a motorcycle with precision, you have to be able to Knees make it go exactly where you want and at the right speed. Hold your knees firmly against the gas tank. This will help you keep your balance as the motorcycle turns.

  • Page 17: Turning

    Turning Here are some things to remember about braking: 1) Use both brakes every time you slow down or stop. If you use New riders tend to have more trouble turning than experienced the rear brake for “normal” stops, you may not have enough riders.
  • Page 18 operated. The proper gear will also permit the engine to provide Here is what you have to do: sufficient power for the bike to accelerate if necessary. 1) Use the front brake to hold the motorcycle while you start the engine and shift into first gear.

  • Page 19: Perception And Prediction

    Perception and Prediction Becoming a proficient motorcyclist is not easy. The skill of Learning Good Perception handling the machine takes time and practice. In addition, expert The best way to stay out of trouble is to see it coming. Expert riders have learned perception and prediction.

  • Page 20: Checking The Road Surface

    To develop expert rider perception: 2) When riding in winter conditions be alert for ice or snow patches on the road. 1) Look ahead as far as you can see. 3) Use caution on pavement markings for they are slippery. 2) Keep your eyes moving.

  • Page 21: Learning To Predict

    Again, the driver behind you may not see you or may not slow Good riders are always asking themselves what other drivers are down. It may be better to not turn, and to continue on. really going to do, not what they are supposed to do. 4) Any time you change lanes.

  • Page 22: Headlight

    Even if the driver does see you, you might be hit if he or she: Clothing 1) Misjudges your speed. Light, bright-coloured clothing and a helmet make you more 2) Is impaired. visible during the day, especially from angles where the headlight 3) Is unconcerned about your well-being.

  • Page 23: Horn

    Horn Caution Forgetting to turn a signal off is as dangerous as forgetting to The horn on most motorcycles is not much of an attention-getter. turn it on. A driver may think you plan to turn and pull right into Nevertheless, be ready to use it whenever you’re passing a car, your path.

  • Page 24: Left Turn In Front Of Motorcycle

    Left Turn in Front of Motorcycle The most common cause of motorcycle/car collisions is the car turning left in front of the motorcycle. The car driver either doesn’t see the motorcycle or misjudges its speed. The motorcycle rider may not be completely innocent in this situation if the motorcycle is going faster than the driver would expect.

  • Page 25: Position - Learning Your Place On The Road

    Position – Learning Your Place on the Road Motorcyclists don’t have the protection around them that other drivers have, so they have to make their own protection. Lane Position – Blocking A motorcycle rider has some choice of where to ride in the lane. The best choice is the “blocking position, ”...
  • Page 26 Position 3 Position 4 On multi-lane streets with or without BOULEVARDS Centre lane By travelling in this position – just slightly to the right of the When driving on a freeway with three or more lanes, avoid centre of the lane – you’re in a blocking position, the proper travelling in the centre lane if possible because you don’t have a riding position.

  • Page 27: Turning Position

    Turning Position Good riders are careful to maintain the proper blocking position when they turn. Position 5 Making a proper RIGHT TURN Position 5A (When lane opens up at intersection) Making a proper RIGHT TURN It’s more complicated when approaching an intersection where (No change in lane size at intersection) the lane opens up.
  • Page 28 Position 6 Making a proper LEFT TURN In the left lane make your turn while keeping the blocking position throughout your turn.

  • Page 29: Gates

    The best protection a rider can have is distance – distance Distance in front between the rider and other people’s mistakes. Keeping plenty of Good riders keep at least space around you gives you two things: three seconds’ distance between themselves and 1) Time to react to trouble the vehicle ahead.

  • Page 30: Three-Second Rule

    Three-Second Rule For proper following distance, use the Three-Second Rule. A. The car ahead is approaching a check point (a power pole, road sign, etc.). B. Begin counting as the rear of the car ahead passes the check point. C. If it takes less than three seconds to reach the check point, you’re too close.

  • Page 31: Distance To The Side

    Distance to the Side Parked cars When passing parked cars, the Motorcycle riders can do one thing other drivers cannot – they motorcycle rider has an can move across the lane to increase their distance from other advantage over the automobile vehicles.

  • Page 32: Sharing Lanes

    Turn your head and Sharing Lanes make a shoulder Motorcyclists are allowed to ride two abreast but most riders check. That’s the only prefer to have a full lane width. Motorcycle drivers shouldn’t sure way to see a vehicle share lanes with cars. The best way to stop lane sharing is to behind you in the next keep your blocking position, especially in situations where other lane, so it’s particularly...

  • Page 33: Distance Behind

    Aside from the danger to the rider who does it, lane splitting Position for Seeing causes trouble for all motorcycle riders. It is an irresponsible act As a motorcycle rider, you can put yourself in a position to see that makes other motorists lose respect for motorcycle riders. In things that another driver cannot see.
  • Page 34 At blind intersections At the roadside After stopping, you should ease forward past obstructions You can angle a motorcycle across the road so that you can see to see properly if anyone is coming. both directions.

  • Page 35: Position For Being Seen

    Position for Being Seen Where the rider positions the motorcycle on the road also affects Don’t ride in another driver’s blind spot. Either pass the other how well other drivers can see it. Experienced riders think about driver or drop back. When you pass another vehicle, get through what other drivers can see from where they are.
  • Page 36 Look out for intersections Most collisions between cars and motorcycles happen at inter- sections. Drivers often have a hard time seeing a motorcycle coming directly at them. A vehicle may make a left turn across the motorcycle’s path or may pull out from a side street. These are two leading causes of motorcycle accidents at intersections.

  • Page 37: Riding At Night

    Riding at Night Riding at night is even more dangerous than riding in the day. Reduce your speed This is why Endorsement 6 (learner’s) licensed riders are If there is something lying in the road ahead, you will not be able prohibited from riding at night.

  • Page 38: Handling Dangerous Surfaces

    Handling Dangerous Surfaces A motorcycle is balanced on only two wheels. To stay upright, the Use both brakes two wheels must have good traction. Any surface that affects the The front brake is still more effective than the rear brake, even on motorcycle’s traction will affect its steering, braking and balance.
  • Page 39 Gravel roads 3) Rise slightly on the footrests so that you can absorb the shock with your knees and elbows. Traction on gravel roads is not as good as on pavement. Some areas are better than others. Stay in the tire tracks away from the loose gravel at the edge of the road and avoid any sudden Railway tracks movements.

  • Page 40: Riding In Bad Weather

    Riding in Bad Weather Rain In really heavy fog you will be able to see only a few metres. Any time you cannot see farther than your stopping distance, you are Riding in the rain presents several problems. The road is slippery, you riding blind.
  • Page 41 If you find you are unable to avoid riding on a very slippery surface such as ice or snow, slow down as much as possible before you get to it. Pull the clutch, coast across and stay off the brakes. On a long section of snow-covered roadway, try to ride on loose or fresh snow.

  • Page 42: Being In Shape To Ride Your Bike

    Being in Shape to Ride Your Bike Riding a motorcycle is more demanding than driving any other Fatigue vehicle. You must be in good physical and mental shape to ride Fatigue impairs your ability to perceive and react to emergencies. safely.

  • Page 43: Owning And Maintaining A Motorcycle

    Owning and Maintaining a Motorcycle Accessories and modifications Ape hangers These are high handlebars that extend above the operator’s A safe motorcycle can be quickly turned into a menace. If you shoulders. add accessories incorrectly or change the motorcycle in any way, it may seriously degrade the motorcycle’s handling.

  • Page 44: Emergencies

    Emergencies No matter how good your perception and predictions are, there Stay in your own lane in an emergency. The moment you change will be times when you find yourself in a tight spot. Your chances lanes, you risk being hit by another vehicle. You should be able to of getting out safely depend upon your ability to react quickly and squeeze by most obstacles without leaving your lane.
  • Page 45 Riding over objects it could become smeared or cracked, making it difficult to see. Whatever happens, don’t let it affect your control of the Sometimes you have no choice but to ride over an object in your motorcycle. Keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the path.
  • Page 46 Tire blowouts Here’s what to do if you have a stuck throttle while riding: If you have a tire blowout, you will need to react quickly to keep 1) Turn off the engine with the kill switch and pull in the clutch. your balance.
  • Page 47 Excessive speed will increase the likelihood and severity of these Engine seizure is caused by overheating or lack of lubrication. problems. Without oil, the engine’s moving parts will no longer move smoothly against each other, and the engine will overheat. The The only thing you can do in a wobble is to ride it out: first symptom may be a loss of engine power.

  • Page 48: Group Riding

    Group Riding The highway is not a place to socialize. Motorcyclists riding in Check the rider behind you groups do not have any special rights. If you want to ride with Agree on a pre-set pace. Use your mirror to keep an eye others, you must do it in a way that does not endanger anyone or on the person behind you.
  • Page 49 Staggered formation When riders in a staggered formation want to pass another The best way to keep close ranks and yet maintain an adequate vehicle, they should do it one at a time. When it is safe to do so, distance is through a “staggered”...

  • Page 50: Carrying Passengers And Cargo

    Carrying Passengers and Cargo If you are an Endorsement “6” licence holder, it is illegal for you Footrests to carry passengers. Even with an “M” endorsement, you should There must be footrests for your passenger. Without a firm avoid carrying passengers or large loads until you are an experi- footing your passenger can fall off and pull you off, too.
  • Page 51 3) Allow a greater following distance and keep more distance Carrying loads between you and other vehicles to either side. A motorcycle is not really designed to carry cargo. However, a small load can be carried safely if it is properly positioned and 4) Look for larger gaps whenever you cross, enter or merge with fastened.

  • Page 52: Maintenance

    Maintenance Weekly motorcycle inspection Controls Check the controls for smooth operation. Check the cables for Read your owner’s manual and save it for future reference, kinks or broken strands. Lubricate the control mechanisms at should something go wrong with your motorcycle. each end of the cable.
  • Page 53 Drive line Chain breakage is very dangerous. Maintain the chain and replace it when necessary. Check for slack and lubrication. Drive shaft Check the fluid levels. Muffler Modifying an exhaust system will create an excessively noisy vehicle that can be very annoying to the public. A motorcycle driver with an altered muffler may be guilty of an offence.

  • Page 54: Driver's Licence Information

    Driver’s Licence Information You must not operate a motorcycle on any street or highway Class 6 and Endorsement “M” unless you hold a licence/endorsement authorizing the operation A Class 6 licence or an “M” endorsement on a Class 1 - 5 of a motorcycle.

  • Page 55: Gdl

    Once you feel confident about taking the driver examination, con- There are three stages to Saskatchewan’s GDL – Learner, tact your nearest SGI motor licence issuer to arrange an appoint- Novice 1 and Novice 2. As drivers pass through the stages, they ment in your area.

  • Page 56: Road Test

    There are certain minimum standards which you must meet. A road test will be refused if: If you fail to meet these standards, you may be referred to an – You are late for your appointment. ophthalmologist or optometrist for further testing and possible –...

  • Page 57: Registering Your Motorcycle

    Where to go Inspection Certificate may be required (see point #4). You can register your motorcycle at any SGI motor licence issuer. You may select a vehicle registration term of 89 days to 365 2) Transfer from another province: Current out-of-province days.

  • Page 58: Insurance

    For more information, contact Saskatchewan Finance at 306-787-6768. Cancellation The licence plates and vehicle registration can be returned to any motor licence issuer or to SGI at 2260 – 11th Avenue, Regina, S4P 2N7 with a request for cancellation.

  • Page 59: Motorcycle Equipment Standards

    Motorcycle Equipment Standards – a brake lamp facing rear emitting a red light when activated by application of either brake A properly equipped motorcycle must meet the following – four turn signal lamps, two facing the front emitting an standards: amber light and two facing the rear emitting either an –...

  • Page 60: Electric Cycles And Scooters

    Electric Cycles and Scooters Electric Assist Bicycle Power Cycle Electric assist bicycle means any two- or three-wheeled bicycle Power cycle is a two- or three-wheeled bicycle that is: that is: – designed to be propelled primarily with the power from an –...
  • Page 61 06/2007 12m pw www.sgi.sk.ca...

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